8 Jeans-and-a-Nice-Top Outfits That Have You Covered for Every Occasion

I’ve been a stylist for almost 10 years, so I’d like to think that when it comes to putting clothes together, I know a thing or two. Even so, I still have those moments, either in the morning or before going to dinner or drinks, where I find myself staring at my wardrobe without any inspiration at all.
It’s in those moments, though, that I’ve learned to not be afraid of falling back on old faithfuls. They’re called that for a reason, after all. It might be my favourite midi dress and ankle boots or the power suit I know I feel great in. More often than not, however, it’s jeans and a nice top. It’s a winning combination that just works for so many occasions, and most importantly, it never feels too dressy or too casual, which is particularly helpful for those outings where the dress code isn’t obvious. Drinks at the pub? First date? Working lunch? Hen do? Best friend’s birthday? Throw on a cute top and your go-to denim, and you’re covered.
So as an ode to this hero wardrobe pairing, and to make your lives much easier during this strange trans-seasonal time, below I’ve pulled together eight of the best nice top + jeans outfits that I’ve come across recently and shopped them out. From elevated shirting to back-baring styles (grab your blazer or coat on the way out), keep scrolling to see and shop the looks now.
8 JEANS-AND-A-NICE-TOP OUTFITS TO TRY
1. STRAPLESS TOP + LOW RISE JEANS
Style Notes: Strapless tops and dresses have been a celebrity favourite this past year. For their easy elegant attitude, they're the perfect accompaniment to your favourite pair of jeans.
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2. TEXTURED TOP + HIGH WAISTED JEANS
Style Notes: A textured blouse instantly elevates any look. Styling well with jeans, a textured blouse can also be dressed with with wide leg wool trousers.
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3. WAIST COAT + DARK WASH JEANS
Style Notes: Minimal waistcoats had a major moment this year. Styling well with matching sets, I love to dress up my jeans with a sleek kitten heel and a well-cut waistcoat to take them from day-to-night.
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Buttermilk yellow is set to persevere as a major colour trend next season.
Turn up jeans are one of winters biggest denim trends.
4. VINTAGE STYLE JACKET + BAGGY JEANS
Style Notes: Button up a slim-fitting jacket and style with jeans for an elegant take on casual style.
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5. SILK BLOUSE + STRAIGHT LEG JEANS
Style Notes: A silk blouse and jeans pairing is a match made in heaven. Dress down the look with black boots, or style up with kitten heels.
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6. BACKLESS TOP + MID-WASH JEANS
Style Notes: Style your favourite mid-wash jeans with a jet-black backless top and dress them up with with ballet flats or a pointed-toe heel.
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A backless top is such an easy way to dress up a casual outfit.
7. ASYMMETRIC TOP + TWO TONE JEANS
Style Notes: Bolder than a classic t-shirt, yet just as comfortable, asymmetric tops are the simple styling solution when you want to feel put-together with ease.
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8. V-NECK JUMPER AND GREY JEANS
Style Notes: For an elevated take on the classic jumper and jeans pairing, opt for the new-season's favourite silhouette and style a v-neck jumper with cool grey jeans.
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Grey jeans are emerging as a winning denim trend.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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Emily Dawes is an editor, stylist and writer with over 12 years in the industry. Known for impeccable taste, our readers trust her advice, especially in her top-selling column, expensive-looking high street buys. Working forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK since 2020, Emily has been a contributing editor, branded content editor and affiliate editor. Now, as senior shopping editor, she leads the e-commerce content strategy. After obtaining a BA in English and American Studies from Nottingham University, Emily interned at The Mail on Sunday’s YOU. As the magazine’s fashion editor, she managed the fashion team and travelled the globe to style and direct fashion editorials and celebrity cover shoots. As a freelancer, she styled Grazia cover shoots, developed brand marketing and content plans and worked with VIP clients including Elizabeth Day.
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