An Incredibly Chic and Easy Way to Make Your Denim Outfits Look More Expensive
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@symphonyofsilk; @sylviemus_; @anoukyveIf you're anything like me and my fellow Who What Wear editors, you're always on the hunt for ways to make your outfits look more expensive. My denim-outfit rotation has been in dire need of this kind of boost, and I recently noticed a trend bubbling up that will do the trick without any heavy lifting. It all revolves around a chic and easy styling tip that requires three key pieces: the jeans of your choice, a pair of sheer black tights or black socks, and a sleek pair of black shoes that allows the socks to be seen. I know it sounds simple, but it makes a tremendous impact.
To put it in perspective, I set out to find some visual inspiration where this styling tip is at play, and sure enough, each ensemble I came across is elevated with a designer feel as a result. Keep scrolling to check out 15 chic fall looks that incorporate jeans with stylish black socks and shoes for the ultimate expensive-looking denim outfit.
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@slyviemus_Sylvie Mus takes on the cuffed-jeans trend with black tights and slingback heels.
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@symphonyofsilkLorna Humphrey poses in Paris with gray jeans, black socks, and cult-status Prada loafers.
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@christietylerChristie Tyler is known for her classic yet fashion-forward style—this combination of jeans with socks and loafers is no exception.
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@sylviemus_Mus goes French-girl chic with straight-leg jeans, tights, and suede slingbacks.
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@symphonyofsilkA closer look at Humphrey's chic gray denim and Prada loafers with socks.
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@lindseyholland_Lindsey Holland is perfectly polished in cropped jeans, black socks, and patent loafers.
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@sylviemus_Another sophisticated take on the tights-with-denim look from Mus.
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Citizens of HumanityThe Citizens of Humanity fall 2023 lookbook is full of great tights-with-denim pairings.
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@symphonyofsilkHumphrey takes a coffee break in a classic outfit with ankle-length jeans, black socks, and timeless loafers.
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@sylviemus_Did I mention Mus has mastered the denim-with-black-tights trend?
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@tylynnnguyenTylynn Nguyen is serving party outfit inspo with her light-wash jeans, black tights, and embellished pumps.
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Citizens of HumanityCitizens of Humanity coming in with a casual-chic black-denim-and-tights pairing that's perfect for fall and beyond.