STYLE

Class is in session. Are you taking notes?

The most versatile fall fashion item in your closet...is probably made of denim. Whether it's jeans or a skirt or jacket, those true blues are wardrobe workhorses for a reason.

But when was the last time you were legit excited to wear jeans? Does looking at that denim jacket hanging on your door make you feel...nothing? We can help. A few styling hacks up your, um, sleeve, and you'll be making the grade—and seeing your entire closet in a whole new light. Saved by the bell (bottoms)? Absolutely.

Jackets

@taylorpeyroux

Give your jean jacket a leading role, instead of something you simply throw over your shoulders.

When you plan an outfit around your outerwear, it makes the whole look feel more considered. And trust that whether you go with a traditional cut, a tailored blazer or a plush puffer...it's a no-fail assignment.

Shrunken Roll Neck Sweater, $55, gap.com | Meisee Mulberry Silk Scarf, $15, amazon.com | Wool Beret, $49, stories.com | The Vernon Bit Hardware Loafers in Leather, $125, madewell.com | Denim Blazer, $80, abercrombie.com | High Desert Canvas Wide Leg Pant, $148, buckmason.com

Jeans

@nlmarilyn

See ya, sweatpants. Later, leggings. For Sunday hangs, relaxed denim can easily sub in for all that athleisure—and look good doing it. Study up: Try a baggy or barrel-legged pair with cozy, oversized layers, or don a straight cut with a tweed jacket and sporty sneakers to nail that lived-in, casual vibe.

Knit Your Love Cardigan, $70, chicwish.com | Marc Fisher Women's Jodi Ballet Flat, $90, amazon.com | High Rise 90s Relaxed Jeans, $80, abercrombie.com | High-Rise Dark Wash Flare Jeans, $29, hollisterco.com | Nike Waffle Debut Vintage, $69, nike.com | MANGO Papallon Cardigan, $100, nordstrom.com

Skirts

@rayan.xasan

Denim skirts don't always get the glory, but it's time for that to change. Like their pants counterparts, they shine as smart outfit-makers, thanks to their ability to transform even the most basic of basics into a "lewk". Let this be your cue to move that crisp mini or swingy maxi to the front of your rotation, k?

Cesar Riding Boot, $90, samedelman.com | Denim Mini Skirt, $45, gap.com | Yukis - Short-Sleeve Plain Peplum Tie Front Blouse, $15, yesstyle.com | Leather Western Belt, $47, madewell.com | FRAME The Dorothy Denim A-Line Skirt, $134, nordstrom.com | Contrasting Binding Cherry Pattern Knitted Crop Top, $22, shopcider.com | Adidas x Sporty & Rich, $85, stockx.com 

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Slider image: @taylorpeyroux
Top image: @shayrudolph
Graphics and digital formatting by Felicia Bono.

by Sara Gaynes Levy | 10/22/2024