6 ways to style black jeans!

I'm back with a NEW six ways to style today and today we are styling up BLACK JEANS! Black jeans have become a closet staple for me over the past few years but admittedly before that they weren't really on my radar. And I've heard from a few of you don't even own black jeans! Well, I am here to tell you they are probably one of my favorite and most worn pieces in my closet They are slimming and flattering and I always have an extra boost of confidence when I wear them. A common question I get about black jeans is "won't they fade?" and yes, some pairs are worse than others but in general I don't mind the fading. They looked more lived in and chic to me for some reason!?!?

Today I am styling two pairs of black jeans. First up is this skinny pair with distressed knees, if you aren't into distressed jeans THIS PAIR is similar with no distressing. I own both pairs and love them both. Then I am styling up this straight cropped pair. I've raved about this pair before but let me rave again. They are stretchy and flattering while still giving that "mom jean" vibe that is so popular right now. I really love them and find them to be my most comfortable pair of jeans lately. Please note: BOTH JEANS ARE TRUE TO SIZE. Go with your usually size in both! I did! For easy reference the skinny pair is on the LEFT below and the straight crop pair are on the right below. I think both pairs can easily be interchanged - so if you prefer one style over the other, just choose what you like best.

Let's take a look at the outfits!

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Outfit 1 (left)

I love wearing a denim jacket with black jeans. It's a favorite combo of mine for sure. Here I layered it with a simple cashmere sweater and added flats for a pulled together but casual look.

Shop the pieces: denim jacket (true to size), sweater (true to size), black skinny jeans, flats

Outfit 2 (right)

I love going a little sportier and casual with black jeans from time to time too. A leopard sweatshirt and sneakers are a fun casual mom on the go look. 

Shop the pieces: leopard sweatshirt (fitted, go up one size for a slouchier fit), straight crop black jeans, sneakers

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Outfit 3 (left)

Pairing camo and a utility jacket with black jeans is another mom-friendly look for sitting sidelines or weekends of running errands. 

Shop the pieces: jacket (I went down one size), camo sweater, black skinny jeans,  ankle boots

Outfit 4 (right)

I just LOVE an all black look. It's SO easy to pull together and I always feel extra fierce and confident when I wear all black.

Shop the pieces: LOVE sweatshirt (I went up one size), straight crop black jeans, leopard loafers

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Outfit 5 (left)

If you don't love the leggings-as-pants trend - just swap the leggings for black skinny jeans! I love this look with an oversized sweater and leopard mules. 

Shop the pieces: sweater (oversized, go down one or more sizes), black skinny jeans, leopard mules

Outfit 6 (right)

You can go ultra classic and timeless with black jeans too. I love them paired with a chambray top, loafers and a trench coat for an ultra classic look. Plus I added a little headband for a pop of fun. How are we feeling about the headband trend? I'm really loving it while also not feeling 100% confident about stepping out in a headband. So mixed feelings (kind of like the first time I tried skinny jeans 12 years ago!?!) but overall I like it.

Shop the pieces: chambray top, similar trench coat, black straight crop jeans, loafers, similar headband