Boyfriend Jeans for Everyday Street Style
If you're tired of skinny fits, boyfriend jeans are a great alternative. Baggy or slim, these jeans have a relaxed fit in the lower leg and are slightly more fitted at the hip. Go full-length to be casual, or elevate the look slightly with a pair of cropped jeans. Keep it grungy with a distressed pair, or stay classy with dark denim that gently slims the lower half of your body. Whatever you choose, you're sure to love them. These are a wardrobe staple that you'll reach for over and over again, thanks to their flattering silhouette.
Choosing a Pair of Boyfriend Jeans
The right fit is everything with a pair of boyfriend jeans. Unlike skinnies, these may or may not have a percentage of Lycra in the denim. If they do, they will stretch around your body. If not, they will remain a little rigid, so be careful in choosing the right size. The key is that they should be fitted in the hips, and looser further down. If they're baggy around your hips, you're in danger of overwhelming your figure and looking shapeless from the waist down. When it comes to length, you can play around. A cropped pair is elegant and stylish, but full-length jeans can also be really versatile. Because they're a little loose at your ankles, you can easily cuff these jeans and wear them full-length or shorter, as you please.
How to Style Your Boyfriend Jeans
Because boyfriend jeans have a casual feel to them, it's nice to mix things up and go ultra-feminine on your top half. Choose a floral or ruffled blouse for a quirky look. Alternatively, keep things fresh with a crisp, button-down shirt. Go with white for a classic look that owes a lot to old-school Americana. If you're going to wear heels with your denim, it's best to either choose a cropped pair of jeans or cuff them. That way, you can show off your shoes without the danger of your hemlines hitting the wrong spot. Of course, they'll look good with flats, too. Slip-on a pair of ballet pumps or, if you want to keep it really casual, just go with a pair of sneakers.
Stefanie Giesinger
