The One Thing You Should Never Wear With Ripped Jeans
The art of pulling off ripped jeans comes down to one important trick: Don't pair them with other distressed items. Since the denim style already lends streetwear edge to any outfit, adding in other worn-in pieces can make the look read as sloppy instead of cool. Instead, stick to pieces like a blazer and turtleneck for a polished outfit, a voluminous top and ankle boots for something on trend, or a simple T-shirt and a leather moto jacket to achieve a model-off-duty look.
Ahead, take some inspiration from fashion girls and see the outfits they're wearing with black ripped jeans, then shop a pair for yourself.
Layer a turtleneck and an oversize blazer for a cool office look.
Tuck in a simple tee and pair with a long coat.
Add a pop of color to your everyday jeans.
Statement tops and ripped jeans are a foolproof combination.
Make a denim-on-denim look your go-to combo.
Let a pair of fishnets peek through the holes of your ripped jeans for a cool, edgy look.
Try out a crop top with high-waist jeans.
Pair your ripped jeans with a comfy sweater and chunky scarf.
Go for a simple look and pair your jeans with a plain silk tank.
Opt for the model-off-duty look and match your jeans with a cool leather jacket.
Try out a graphic tee and ankle boots.
Available in sizes 24 to 30.
Pair your jeans with a puffy jacket on a cooler day.
Fur jackets are everywhere this season, and they pair best with denim jeans.
This story has been updated by Anna LaPlaca.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear where she oversees luxury, runway content, and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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