What To Wear With Black Jeans: 10 Ideas

One staple piece that everybody should have in their closet is a pair of black denim jeans. Black denim is so versatile in any article of clothing, from jeans to jackets or even jean jackets, you truly can’t go wrong.

Black jeans show off your own personal style in a strong but subtle way. Black jeans can work in any season, event, or activity: It all depends on how you style them.

Not sure where to start? I’ve got you covered. Here are my ten favorite ways to style black jeans for any occasion: 

Contrast with Color 

One of the best ways to wear black jeans is by contrasting them with color. This is a brilliant way to make your entire outfit pop. Pops of colors, like rust, sage, blues, and pinks, look iconic when contrasted with black denim.

I adore picking a blouse with one of these colors or adding a sweater or cardigan to pull in my color of choice. You could also keep a monochromatic look with your clothing and add a pop of color through your shoes or accessories.

Go for Black on Black

A confident and cool way to style black jeans is by committing to an all-black aesthetic. An all-black look doesn’t have to be grungy or moody, either. All-black looks can also be very feminine and classic.

Wearing an all-black look may need to be paired with your own confidence! The best thing to remember with all of these looks is that the best part of an outfit is never the clothes themselves: it's you and how you rock them.

Rock this all-black outfit like the star that you are! Pair this killer look with black boots and a black wide-brimmed black hat, and you are golden. 

Try Out Oversized + Comfy 

Oversized looks are the perfect combo of comfy and cute. You can style this look a few different ways with your black jeans. One of my favorites is with an oversized sweater or hoodie tucked and styled.

This is a great way to dress down your jeans for any occasion and stay warm and cozy while you’re at it. If you want to dress this up still, add an oversized blazer (over your hoodie or as-is) and accessories like your favorite jewelry or a hat to tie it all together. Black jeans finish off this cozy look flawlessly for whatever activity or event life has for you. 

Rely on Leather

Unsurprisingly, leather pairs with basically all outfit options, especially denim jeans. I recommend a leather jacket for a bunch of outfit combos, including this one. 

Leather jackets are sleek and cool — they will absolutely complete your outfit. These jackets help dress up your outfit and can be a good accessory for a variety of events. This is a great piece to have in your closet, and leather jackets are perfect transitional pieces too.

The best leather jackets can be easily worn to work and also be worn for a night out. You won’t regret adding one to your closet or styling one with your favorite black jeans. 

Discover Animal Prints and Patterns

A fun way to style your favorite black denim is by adding a pattern or animal print. Animal print looks stunning against dark jeans and is a fun piece to add to your closet.

Go for animal print hats, jackets, shoes, shirts, or a scarf — the options are endless. Animal print is just all around a fun and unique way to dress up your denim.

Keep it Simple

You can’t go wrong with keeping an outfit with black jeans clean and simple. The best way to do this is by wearing a white blouse or white t-shirt and keeping it chill.

Not only does the white contrast well with the darkness of the jeans, but wearing a simple white shirt of your choosing allows your outfit to be simple, subtle, and clean. Pair this look with a pair of black boots or white tennis shoes — you have a classic, effortless look. A white, crisp, structured shirt looks equally amazing with a black skirt for a business casual/high-fashion combo.

Add Some Stripes

Stripes are an awesome choice when it comes to styling black jeans. It may seem like an obvious choice to wear a black-and-white striped shirt with black jeans, but it's a classic look for a reason.

Stripes are a simple pattern that can be super versatile in nature. This look is classic, cute, and won’t steer you wrong.

This pattern can also be a professional way to add dynamic patterns to a work outfit. If your office or place of work allows you to wear jeans, black denim pairs perfectly with the simple stripes for an outfit that is eye-catching but not distracting. 

Step Into Pumps 

For a sophisticated and classy look, pair your black jeans with a pair of strappy pumps. This instantly dresses up any pair of black jeans and can be a great way to wear jeans in the workplace or for a night out on the town.

You can also find a pair of heeled boots that can give some edge to your outfit! No matter how you like to step into your style, I highly recommend trying out a pair of pumps with your black jeans. 

Pick Some Plaid 

As the cooler months are approaching, it’s time to bring out your favorite plaid! Whether you decide to wear a plaid shirt, a jacket or accessorize with a scarf, plaid is your friend when pairing with black jeans. It's a classic, cozy fall look that won't let you down.

Plaid works for any occasion, in or out of the office, and is an all-around classic and cute pattern, especially during fall and winter. Consider wearing a cute plaid coat to keep you warm and cozy — and in style. 

Say Yes to Denim-on-Denim 

If there's a time you can pull off a denim-on-denim look, it's with a pair of black jeans. Whether you pick a denim shirt or coat that is light wash, black, or even white… Believe it or not, a denim-on-denim look can be quite fashionable.

Denim-on-denim is comfy and sophisticated and can be the best choice for whatever you have going on. It's an amazing way to mix and match colors while keeping a consistent look and texture with your outfit. It looks incredible; it feels vintage and fashionable. Double denim will help you look and feel like the fashion-forward individual you are. 

Black Is Back 

No matter how you decide to style your black denim, black denim is a classic piece of clothing and fashion that isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. I hope this collection has been helpful in helping you look and feel your best in your favorite pair of black denim jeans.

From plaids to stripes and colors to monochromatic looks, black denim is versatile and fashionable and truly a crucial closet staple for your attire. Happy styling! 

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How to Style Animal Print — Leopard Print Cheetah Print Tiger Stripes Zebra Stripes | L’OFFICIEL USA

31 Outfit Ideas That Revolve Around a Classic Pair of Black Jeans | InStyle

What To Wear With Black Jeans - 20 Styling And Outfit Ideas | Style Craze

11 Ways to Style Denim on Denim — How to Wear Double Denim Trend Jeans | L’OFFICIEL USA