This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through the links below, I may receive compensation. Above, wearing Madewell jeans, Veronica Beard blazer, and 3.1 Phillip Lim bag.
My most-worn jeans, week-in and week-out, are my Rag and Bone Sofies (about which I’ve written extensively — TTS, stretchy/comfortable, very slimming), my Agolde Riley crops, and my Citizens Charlottes. All three are comfortable, broken-in, and tried-and-true — I know exactly how to style, with what shoes and shirt length, etc. But I’ve been wanting to try some newer styles recently. This past fall, I picked up and loved wearing these baggy Citizens jeans (run big – I took my true size but probably could have gone down a size), these Veronica Beard Wide legs (true to size), and these Madewell darted jeans (seen above — go down one full size). All three are fabulous, but require some specific styling. The Citizens, for example, really only work on me if I’m wearing a very trim, tucked-in, slim fit top, or I’m completely swallowed up. The VBs are so elongating and I’m obsessed with the wash, but made of a hyper-rigid denim and I find not particularly comfortable if I’m sitting at my desk or sitting anywhere for a long period of time — definitely not good for a car trip / movie theater / etc. And the Madewell darted jeans IMO only work with a ballet flat. I’ve seen them styled with boots but they just don’t feel right to me.
A few new jeans I’m eyeing:
01. I mentioned these jeans (more sizes here) from new-to-me label B-Sides and so many of you wrote to rave about this denim line. I love the dark wash but this everyday wash is also calling my attention. Look for less options: one of you wrote in all exclamation points about this pair from Gap (appealing thanks to the petite inseam options!) and these Everlanes.
02. Pistola high rise cuffed jeans in oat. The wash alone! But the entire vibe is so interesting. I like the idea of pairing with a crisp white button down or simple white tee and great pair of flats.
03. Mother Wide Leg crops. In my opinion, these are the chicest way to wear a dressy sneaker.
04. Agolde Rens in white. A lot of you LOVE these jeans and I’m obsessed with them in the optical white. Look for less with these J. Crews — several of you who own or have tried both these and the Rens have said they’re pretty similar.
05. Citizens Miro jeans. Another great, different wash with a slightly bowed leg — these remind me a lot of my Madwell darted pair. I feel like the Miro jeans would look cool in a tonal look, paired with a shirt like this.
06. Speaking of: I might go back for a second pair of the Madwell darteds with the new white wash! The fit and quality are incredible. Great with a slightly cropped sweater that hits just at the hip so you really get the full silhouette.
07. Similar to the B-Sides I mentioned at top, also loving Agolde’s take as well as Veronica Beard’s. The VBs feel maybe a touch more tapered / approachable than Agolde and B-Sides if you want to dip your toe into the trend without as much flair / width.
08. Chocolate brown SLVRLAKE Grace jeans! I own these in white and love them.
MADEWELL DENIM OVERSHIRT (UPGRADE PICK: VERONICA BEARD) // IVORY B SIDES SLIM LASSO JEANS (LOOK FOR LESS WITH THESE) // LIZZIE FORTUNATO ARP STUDS // AMAZON BAG (UPGRADE PICK: SAVETTE) // ANN TAYLOR SLINGBACKS (UPGRADE PICK: MANOLO)
VERONICA BEARD TOP (LOOK FOR LESS WITH THIS MADEWELL) // JENNYBIRD EARRINGS // KULE SWEATER (LOOK FOR LESS WITH QUINCE) // SLVRLAKE JEANS // TOTEME BAG (LOOK FOR LESS HERE) // GIANVITO ROSSI SNEAKERS (LOOK FOR LESS WITH THESE OR THESE)
LA LIGNE MARIN SWEATER // HEAVEN MAYHEM EARRINGS // GAP JEANS // TOTEME BAG (LOOK FOR LESS HERE) // ISABEL MARANT SNEAKERS (LOOK FOR LESS HERE AND HERE)
CELINE SWEATER (LOOK FOR LESS HERE) // HEAVEN MAYHEM EARRINGS // TORY BURCH ROMY BAG // VERONICA BEARD RYDER JEANS // SCAROSSO MOCS
VERONICA BEARD SUMIRA BLAZER // B SIDES LASSO JEANS (LOOK FOR LESS HERE, HERE) // MANSUR GAVRIEL CABAS BAG // HEAVEN MAYHEM EARRINGS // JEFFREY CAMPBELL FLATS
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Love this look! The Madewell jeans paired with the Veronica Beard blazer create such a sleek, effortless vibe. I’d elevate it further by adding some simple gold jewelry, like a delicate necklace and a pair of studs—something that complements the minimalistic yet chic aesthetic. Perfect combo! Thank you Jen for all your outfits, I really enjoy reading your blog! xoxo
Thank you!!