I have a been a fan of wide leg denim and pants for years and years. Even through the years that I wore mostly skinny jeans, I still always had a pair of wide leg in my closet. Though they are not always trending, I have found that the style can be timeless and look so polished and refined. Whether you choose a super voluminous pair of wide leg jeans or a slightly less wide leg fit, they are a style that can look good on all body types and can be worn a variety of ways. They’re one of the best jeans for women. As someone that is only 5’4″ and has a very short inseam, I often gravitate towards cropped wide leg jeans so I don’t have to worry about hemming. And I do prefer a high rise fit so that it continues to create a lengthening effect to the entire look.
I personally love a wide leg denim because they can elongate the leg and can be so comfortable to wear. They may seem like an intimidating style of denim to wear so I am going to share a few outfit ideas and styling tips for wide leg jeans and how versatile they can be.
How to Style Wide Leg Jeans
How To Dress Up Wide Leg Jeans
Wide Leg Jeans with a Bodysuit
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Wide leg jeans are perfect to dress up for a night out. Choose a pair with no distressing and preferably in a dark wash. A wrap bodysuit is always a classic top that looks great for evening. By adding wide leg jeans, it helps to balance out the proportions of the outfit.
How To Style High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
Wide Leg Jeans with a Striped Sweater
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Wide Leg Jeans with a Cropped Sweater
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Wide Leg Jeans with a White Blouse
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Because I have a long torso, I always look for a high rise wide leg fit. Additionally, it makes me look a lot taller because the waist of the jeans is much higher. Even if you don’t have a long torso, choosing a high rise fit will give a lengthening effect to your look.
What Sneakers To Wear With Wide Leg Jeans
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Wide leg jeans look great with sneakers but it’s important to choose lifestyle sneakers rather than athletic. Something not too bulky and without a chunky sole. The same concept that I apply to styling sneakers with a dress, I also apply to wide leg jeans. Here are some options of sneakers that I would recommend styling with your wide leg jeans.
Styling a Classic Look with Wide Leg Jeans
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When I referred to wide leg jeans as a classic and timeless style, these are the kinds of look that I was imagining. A simple printed blouse and a pair of pointy toe flats is so easy to repeat over and over throughout the season by just changing up your outerwear and handbag. It can look completely different each time and provide a variety of looks with relatively few pieces.
Styling Wide Leg Jeans with a Blazer
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A blazer and jeans is one of the most classic outfits ever to exist. Many people may think of opting for a slim straight or boot cut style to wear with a blazer since it seems a tad more conservative and professional. However, I love the added volume that wide leg jeans add to the outfit. And it gives the same silhouette as a wide leg trouser. Especially if you work in a business casual environment, I definitely think trying a wide leg style of denim is a great choice to wear with all your classic blazers.
Styling Wide Leg Jeans with a Trench
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Wide leg jeans often have a lengthening effect on the body and really elongate your silhouette. This type of look pairs really well with the dramatic length of a traditional trench coat. I would personally choose a non cropped pair of jeans to wear with a mid length trench coat so you continue that seamless line of sight which makes the outfit look so cohesive.
Styling Wide Leg Jeans with Sandals
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This may be my favorite type of shoe to wear with wide leg jeans because I love the look of a dainty strappy heel paired with a voluminous wide leg denim. They play off each other so well and it really balances out the proportions nicely. Any sandal that is too chunky or one with thicker straps may look better with a slimmer style of denim or full length wide leg jeans that cover the top of the foot .
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