6 Fall and Winter Denim Outfits that Are Both Cool and Classy

6 Fall and Winter Denim Outfits that Are Both Cool and Classy

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Can you imagine your life without jeans? I can't. Especially blue jeans. The versatility they deliver is unmatched and I am keen on seizing every opportunity to make the most of them. Jeans offer a myriad of options that guarantees something for everyone. Whether it's the cut, the wash, the closure style, the rise, the material, you're sure to find yourself a denim staple you'll be able to pair with just about anything. I shared how I styled my favorite blue jeans in this post but I also love to indulge in a good distressed pair for maximum cool factor. And the beauty of the cool seasons is that layering makes for endless possibilities to style a pair of jeans. You can go for a cropped jacket, puffer vest, the quintessential trench coat, a leather jacket, and the list goes on. Read on for a dose of inspiration on how to style your favorite jeans this Fall and Winter.

1. Blue Jeans With a Striped Tee and Blazer

I've said it before and I'll say it again: jeans and a blazer are perfect for days when you just can't decide what to wear but still want to look put together. I styled these blue straight-leg jeans from Gap with a striped tee I scored at Target and the perfect black blazer from Express. This look was super easy to assemble and definitely checks the smart casual box. While the colors are easy on the eye, the top also delivers the distinctive black and white contrast we all love. This outfit is a true multi-tasker that is appropriate for both the office and off-hour feats. I opted for strappy sandals but you could easily swap those for black pumps or ankle boots and still look absolutely posh. 

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Fashion and style blogger Farotelle wearing an outfit that consists of high-waisted blue jeans, a striped tee and a black blazer. She is also wearing black strappy sandals and holding a black handbag. She has dark skin, short hair and is in a standing position.
Fashion and style blogger Farotelle wearing an outfit that consists of high-waisted blue jeans, a striped tee and a black blazer. She is also wearing black strappy sandals and holding a black handbag. She has dark skin, short hair and is in a standing position.
Fashion and style blogger Farotelle wearing an outfit that consists of high-waisted blue jeans, a striped tee and a black blazer. She is also wearing black strappy sandals and holding a black handbag. She has dark skin, short hair and is leaning against a table.

2. Blue Jeans With a Cropped Jacket

It's good our clothes can't speak because if they could, this Ann Taylor plaid tweed jacket would have asked for a break! It's one of those pieces in my closet that I reach for often because it's so good. It pairs well with skirts, dresses, dress pants and jeans alike. Here I wore it with two other favorites in my wardrobe: a black turtleneck sweater and those Gap wide-leg blue jeans. This is a look that takes absolutely no effort and yet packs so much polished punch. The jeans' straightforward cut and classic blue hue make them perfect for work and play. The turtleneck sweater adds instant polish to the look and the cropped jacket elevates it to business casual level. For a more casual vibe, I removed the jacket and was left with the simple chic of blue jeans and fitted turtleneck combo. This is definitely a look anyone can pull off.

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A woman wearing blue jeans with a black turtleneck and plaid cropped blazer. She is wearing black heels and is leaning against a brick wall.

A woman wearing blue jeans with a black turtleneck and plaid cropped blazer. She is wearing black heels.

A woman wearing blue jeans with a black turtleneck. She is holding a plaid jacket and wearing black heels. She is leaning against a brick wall.

3. Blue Denim Skirt With a Faux Leather Blazer

ICYMI, I talked about the versatility of faux leather in this post. Faux leather has been having a moment on the fashion scene and I have fully embraced it. I especially love faux leather blazers because they really have that dressy yet cool factor. For this street style-inspired look, I went for a black faux leather blazer on top of a faux leather shell top and a front slit blue denim skirt. Denim skirts have also been in vogue and styling this one with the faux leather blazer was like an outfit match made in heaven: it worked beautifully. I finished the look with black leather knee-high boots to play up the rockstar vibe. 

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A woman wearing a blue denim skirt with a black faux leather blazer. She is also wearing black knee-high boots.

A woman wearing a blue denim skirt with a black faux leather blazer. She is holding a blue handbag with a chain strap.

A woman wearing a blue denim skirt with a black faux leather blazer. She is also wearing black knee-high boots and holding a blue handbag.

4. Blue Cropped Wide Leg Jeans With A Shirt and Cami

When it's layering season, you layer, it's that simple! I went for a triple layer in this look to give it distinctive interest. It all started with these Levi's cropped wide-leg blue jeans. I scored those at Nordstrom Rack a few years ago and let me tell you, they are one comfy piece of garment, a pair of jeans I can wear without having to do the wiggle-and-pull if you know what I mean! After the blue jeans, I went for a classic white button-down shirt. Everyone needs at least one of those! I have well over a handful of them but that's besides the point! I could have stopped at the blue jeans and white shirt because those two make for a full-fledged outfit but I wanted more pizzazz so I added a fitted laced up cami for a layered effect and finally threw on a plaid coat for the cozy factor. This look blends business casual and street style in a way that is suitable for a variety of settings.

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A woman wearing cropped blue jeans with a black corset top over a white shirt. She has on black boots and is holding a black handbag. She is wearing chunky gold earrings and sunglasses.

A woman wearing cropped blue jeans with a black corset top over a white shirt. She has on black boots and is holding a black handbag and a plaid coat. She is wearing chunky gold earrings and sunglasses.

A woman wearing cropped blue jeans with a black corset top over a white shirt. She has on black boots and is holding a black handbag and a plaid coat. She is wearing chunky gold earrings and sunglasses.

5. Distressed Blue Jeans with A Trench Coat

Who doesn't love a trench coat? Trench coats add a refined and modern touch to any look. And if you're like me and enjoy the contrast of polished and casual, then distressed jeans and a classic trench are a combo to add to your lookbook. For a Fall and Winter vibe, I finished the look with knee high boots.

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A woman wearing a classic trench coat in a light beige color.

A woman wearing a light beige classic trench coat with distressed blue jeans and boots.

6. Black Jeans with a Plaid Blazer and Crochet Scarf

Okay, I know I rave about blue jeans a lot, but I do like black jeans too! One of the biggest benefits of black jeans is that they can easily substitute for dressy pants. To create a look that straddles classy and casual, I opted for high rise straight leg black jeans from Levi's paired with a black turtleneck sweater and a plaid tweed blazer. That blazer delivers all kinds of sporty chic and cozy allure. To jazz up the look even more, I went for color-blocked square toe boots from Alohas and a contrastive yellow crochet scarf. This is an outfit that I wore to work and for casual outings and that's been marked as a favorite in my denim lookbook. 

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 A woman wearing black ankle length jeans with a black turtleneck top and black and white plaid blazer. She has on color-blocked boots and a long yellow scarf.

A woman wearing black ankle length jeans with a black turtleneck top and black and white plaid blazer. She has on color-blocked boots and a long yellow scarf.

Jeans are super versatile and offer so many options for creating looks that can go from work to happy hour to weekend errands. When paired with the right pieces, a simple pair of jeans can deliver maximum style. How do you like to style your jeans, and tell me, which one of those looks do you like the most?

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6 Ways to Style Green Jeans for Work and Weekends

Farotelle fashion influencer stylist wearing green jeans with green sweater

Thought blue jeans were the be-all and end-all of denim? Think again. Color is having a major moment on the fashion scene and that trend can be seen with denim taking on more character with bold shades of red, yellow, and even green. Check out these six wearable yet statement-making denim looks featuring green wide leg denim pants.

1. Green Jeans with a Red Blazer and Red Accessories

Make an entrance at work or brunch with bold color-blocking. Whether you're looking at spicing up a Summer day, or disrupting Fall's earthy palette, you're sure to hit the mark with a saturated green and bright red combo! Here I paired my one and only fave green denim pants with a red cami and red blazer for a look that's halfway between preppy and whimsical. 

A black woman wearing a colorful outfit with green wide leg green jeans and a red blazer. The overall look is color-blocked.

 

2. Green Jeans with a Green Blouse

Try green on green for days when you want to go monochromatic, but not boring. For an added color effect, throw on minimal, contrasting accessories.

3. Green Jeans with a White Halter Bodysuit

Casual style can be so much more than we tend to make it! Try a fitted bodysuit with wide leg jeans to create that simple yet polished look perfect for errands and outings alike.

4. Green Jeans with a Yellow Blazer

When it comes to color-blocking, the sky's the limit! Put a gutsy spin on classic style with an eye-catching yellow blazer and green jeans combination. Not only will you turn heads, you will also inspire all the neutral-palette-aficionados around you to venture out of their comfort zone.

5. Green Jeans with a Brown Blazer

If you didn't know, now you know that green and brown are a special combo! The classic and more serious vibe of brown balances the fun flair of the green jeans perfectly and actually makes the green pop even more, don't you think? This look delivers a striking alternative to the typical office black-on-black suit and lets everybody around you know that you're not afraid to shake things up and express yourself.

Fashion influencer Farotelle wearing green wide leg jeans with a brown belted blazer. She's posing in a city street.

 

 

Fashion influencer Farotelle wearing green wide leg jeans with a brown belted blazer. There's a building with windows in the background.

6. Green Jeans with a Belted Denim Shirt

Has it ever crossed your mind that the Canadian tuxedo, which we all like to call "denim-on-denim", could take on a color-blocked spin? Well, case in point is this outfit featuring green jeans with a traditional blue wash denim shirt. This look is as easy to put together as bread and butter and still manages to deliver all kinds of punch! I should say that this Sergio Hudson wide green belt goes a long way to bring playful coordination to this ensemble and elevate the look. 

 

 

So... you have no more excuses for shying away from colorful denim. Colorful jeans are more versatile than you think, whether they be green, red, or any color that strikes your fancy! Leave a comment and share what color you'll go for and how you'll be styling it! 

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5 Outfit Ideas to Spice Up Your Office Routine this Fall

I don't know about you, but when it comes to seasonal dressing, Fall is my favorite! It's the season that lets you pile on the knits, the leather, the trench coats, the suede, cool hats and all kinds of arrestive colors - without looking overdone. As someone who works in the corporate world, I love to incorporate all that Fall has to offer into my office looks. Here are 5 outfits you can try to play up your work style this Fall.

1. Red Pants with an Olive Green Shirt and Trench Jacket

I've said it before and I will say it again: the sky's the limit when it comes to color-blocking. Next time you want to go for a classic office look, try pairing your pieces in colorful, contrasting hues for a bold effect. Here I went for red pants and an olive green button down shirt topped with a coat because a layer makes a difference during this time of the year.

A black woman wearing red wide leg pants with an olive shirt and matching olive trench coat. She's wearing pump heels and holding a red Louis Vuitton handbag.

2. Burgundy Faux-Leather Skirt with a Green Blouse

Want to add an edgy touch to your Fall office style? Try leather. Or better yet, try faux leather. This material has become a Fall staple for all the good reasons, including the fact that it provides the perfect amount of insulation as temperatures make their way down. Here I paired a burgundy faux leather skirt with a kelly green blouse for a color-blocked effect. I also went for an extra polished allure with pointed toe pumps and a matching belt. 

A black woman in a standing position wearing a burgundy faux leather skirt with a contrasting green blouse. She's also wearing burgundy heeled pumps and has a burgundy handbag.

3. Red Pants with a Bright Yellow Blouse

What you see is what you get with this splashy yet office-perfect outfit. 

A black woman walking outside and wearing a bright color-blocked outfit. The outfit consists of wide leg red pants, a yellow blouse, and matching burgundy heels and belt. Her hair is styled in locs.

4. Printed Pants with a Burgundy Turtleneck Sweater and Blazer

Okay, so everybody could use a reminder that fun prints are not just for Spring and Summer. Indeed, they are also perfect for Fall and we should not shy away from incorporating them into our office routine. I went for a fun square patterned pair of pants with a matching turtleneck sweater and blazer for a look that screams "I am fashionable, and I mean business too". And because it's boots season, I completed the look with my favorite brown low-heel Aquatalia boots. 

A black woman in a standing position and wearing printed pants with a solid burgundy turtleneck and blazer. Her shoes and belt are made of brown leather. This is a Fall office look.

5. Monochrome Burgundy Skirt and Jacket Outfit

When in doubt, go monochrome! It's that simple. Here I paired a burgundy faux leather skirt with a matching cropped jacket for a generous dose of wine. I also added my favorite lace-up heels of the moment for that nice transitional touch because letting go of Summer is no easy feat!

A black woman in a standing position wearing a matching burgundy skirt and cropped jacket. She's holding a small burgundy handbag and wearing off-white heeled lace-up shoes. This is a monochrome office look.

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