Jeans Are the Foundation of My Capsule Wardrobe—5 Fresh Ways I'm Styling Them for 2025

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What's the best way to ease yourself into a new year of style I hear you ask? Start with the basics; those trusty wardrobe classics you never tire of and always feel yourself in. For me (and most people I know), jeans are firmly on this list. Whatever the season, whatever my sartorial mood, I always know I'll be happy in a nicely-fitting pair of jeans.

But in 2025, I'm looking for new ways to wear my denim. Often all it takes is a subtle tweak or two to breathe new life into your most-worn outfits: an updated shoe here, or a splash of a trending colour there. And of course, there's no harm in turning back to your favourite formulas when all else fails.

Over the past few weeks, I've been bookmarking jeans outfits that have caught my eye on Instagram, and in these early days of 2025, they've already served as handy inspiration. Whether you borrow a few stylish elements from the below looks or re-create them entirely, I'm confident you'll be glad you kept scrolling.

5 Fresh and Chic Outfits With Jeans I'm Rotating in 2025:

1. Suede Jacket + Baggy Jeans + Loafers

 @_livmadeline wears a suede jacket with baggy jeans and loafers

Style Notes: Our collective love of suede is set to reach new heights in 2025, so adding a suede jacket to your jeans look is a smart way to align it with this season's trends. Bonus points for incorporating a red cardigan, like Liv.

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Will Jacket - Camel Suede - Goat Leather

Trust French brand Sézane to release a beautiful take on this trend.

Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan

Reformation

Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan

You'll reach for this all through 2025.

Baggy High Jeans

These jeans come in 15 different washes. Yes, really!

Suede Penny Loafers

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Suede Penny Loafers

A wear-everyday kind of shoe.

2. Silk Blouse + Bootcut Jeans + Kitten Heels

 @sylviemus_ wears a black coat with flared jeans and kitten heels

Style Notes: Sylvie is my most-trusted source of elegant yet simple outfits, and this one is no exception. Plus, it features a jeans cut I'm yet to experiment with—her mastery of the bootcut has convinced me to try it.

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 Silk Satin, Pearl

With Nothing Underneath

The Boyfriend: Silk Satin, Pearl

Stunning, but in an understated way.

Belted Double-Faced Wool Coat

COS

Belted Double-Faced Wool Coat

The quality of this is seriously impressive for the high street.

Flared Rinse-Wash Jeans - Women | Mango United Kingdom

MANGO

Flared Rinse-Wash Jeans

I rate Mango jeans really highly.

Slingback Leather Pumps

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Slingback Leather Pumps

These shoes are a bestseller every season.

3. Wrap Cardigan + Straight-Leg Jeans + Boots

 @marina_torres wears a grey cardigan with jeans and boots

Style Notes: Knitwear is the key to keeping cosy with ease as we start the slow crawl into spring. A wrap cardigan is a chic update that works with all denim shapes, from slim-leg to boyfriend.

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Lounge Wrap Knit Cardigan

LILYSILK

Lounge Wrap Knit Cardigan

V Waist Baggy Mid-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

AGOLDE

V Waist Baggy Mid-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

AGOLDE is cherished by the fashion set.

Massimo Dutti, High-Heel Chelsea Boots

Massimo Dutti

High-Heel Chelsea Boots

Such a classic silhouette.

4. Leather Blazer + Barrel Jeans + Ballet Flats

 @lucyalston_ wears a leather blazer with barrel jeans and ballet flats

Style Notes: Despite all the colour trends to get excited about this year, I've refused to leave my affinity for black clothing in 2024. So, Lucy's monochrome outfit is right up my street. It's refreshingly simple, but the barrel jeans and ballet flat pairing make it feel current.

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Black Aliza Waisted Leather Blazer

Whistles

Black Aliza Waisted Leather Blazer

The perfect layer to take from day to night.

Chunky Pure Cashmere Crew-Neck Jumper

COS

Chunky Pure Cashmere Crew-Neck Jumper

COS releases this jumper in multiple shades every winter and the quality is always incredible.

Black Authentic Barrel Hourglass Jeans

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Authentic Barrel Hourglass Jeans

This shape will add instant interest to your outfit.

Leather Ballet Pumps

Style these with everything from jeans and wide-leg trousers to maxi skirts and dresses.

5. Trench Coat + Wide-Leg Jeans + Trainers

 @_santinaharrison wears a trench coat with jeans and trainers

Style Notes: Spring is coming, which means trench coats will once again steal the outerwear spotlight. No complaints here. Wear with jeans and sneakers for a timeless look with a sporty twist.

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Trench Coat

I don't need another trench coat, but this frugal one has tempted me.

Ribcage Wide Leg Jeans

Levi

Ribcage Wide Leg Jeans

Destined to become your new go-to jeans.

New Balance Rc42 Sneakers

New Balance

Rc42 Sneakers

New Balance kicks are always so comfy.

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