17 Foolproof Ways to Style High-Waisted Jeans

Listen, we could wax poetic about the various styles of denim we’ve been loving this season, but there’s one style in particular we can’t get enough of—high-waisted jeans. Sure, there are tons of other great styles to know, but it doesn’t get more flattering or classic than good ol’ high-rise denim. So naturally, knowing how to put together good high-waisted jeans outfits is vital right about now.
More likely than not, you’ve already mastered the art of pairing the perfect white tee with your jeans, but we’re here to provide you with a brand-new set of cool girl approved high-waisted jeans outfits. Style these looks with your favorite sweaters or a cool shearling jacket as the temperatures really start to drop. (There’s really no going wrong.) Keep reading to see these looks for yourselves, and then shop each outfit to put your own spin on them now.
Style a blouse with high-waisted wide-leg jeans for a look you can wear to the office.
A ribbed sweater will always look good with your jeans.
We’ll never shy away from a denim-on-denim look.
A silk blouse with high-waisted jeans will never get old.
Give an ensemble a pop of color with a red coat with your jeans.
A striped button-down with high-waisted jeans will always be a cool, casual outfit.
A striped sweater with wide-leg high-rise jeans is perfect for the fall.
Add some edge with skinny sunglasses and black boots to your jeans outfit.
A floral blouse with black high-waisted jeans will be perfect for a casual Friday at the office.
Want a classic look? Wear a black crewneck sweater with your high-waisted jeans.
Dress up your standard tee and jeans with a cool trench coat.
You can never go wrong with a classic white tee with your straight-leg jeans. Give it another layer when it gets colder with a wool coat.
Play with the contrast in colors and pair an orange sweater with you blue jeans.
A lightweight cropped sweater with high-waisted jeans is perfect for your fall activities.
All we need is a cool Matrix-inspired outfit to keep us going.
A cropped sweater with your high-waisted jeans is the so good for the season.
Need a quick outfit for anything? Wear a white button-down and your high-waisted jeans.
You’ll be set with these chic outfits all season long!

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