Today Kelli Murray is going to share five ways to style a classic—denim pants: Denim is a staple in every wardrobe. No matter what the style of denim you gravitate to.....skinny, boyfriend, high waisted, wide leg...there are countless ways in which you can style them. For this post, I chose to show you 5 ways in which I style my favorite go-to skinny jeans. With Fall quickly approaching, denim jeans are sure to make a comeback on my daily outfit rotation. Here are some ideas for ways you can style yours too!
Accessorize Everyday Layers -Styling your denim jeans with a pair of boots and a simple cotton tee is a great, effortless everyday look. You really can't go wrong. But if you want to add a bit more style to your simple ensemble, just add a few layers and accessories! I added a long statement fringe vest, felt hat, vintage sunglasses, and a leather bag. By adding just a few accessories, your simple outfit can quickly turn chic.
Denim Dressed Up -I for one have way too many dresses and not enough occasions to wear them to. Is anyone with me here!? One way I like to get wear out of some of my favorite mini dresses is to pair them leggings and boots, or like I did here, with skinny jeans and a wedge. It's appropriate for a casual party or a dinner date with your guy. The key here for me is a "mini" dress. The shorter the hem, the better this look is pulled off.
Flowers & Fringe - Moccasins have always been my thing. My grandma bought me my first pair when I was about 8 at the local Minnetonka store in Wisconsin where I spent my summers as a kid. Needless to say, I've had a love for them ever since. Not only are they crazy comfy, but they are pretty cute too! Pair your skinny jeans and moccasins with a flower crown, a crochet top, and a fringe bag and you've got yourself a hippie boho kind of vibe going on. I happen to love this vibe! ;)
Denim on Denim - Fashion faux pas? No way. I am loving the all-over denim look. The trick is all in the mix....combining denim pieces in different colors and washes. For this look, I decided not to accessorize much because the "double denim" is statement enough. My dark wash jeans were a good contrast to my light denim blouse. I paired it with a white leather satchel and a lace up bootie.
High Waisted and Belted -I thought I would never succumb to the high waisted pant, and well, here I am. I thought they were only for those blessed long-legged females, and I am surely not one of those! But I have found that the great thing about high waisted jeans is that you can show off that waistline when you want to...and the rest of the time no one needs to know what is hiding under your blouse! I am wearing the same pair of denim in all of these looks, and yes, they are high waisted. If you are wanting to accentuate that high waistline, choose a flattering blouse that you can tuck in and highlight your waist with a belt. To further create an illusion of longer legs, I wore the tallest heels I own....that'll always help!
Thanks so much Kelli, you make us want to spice up our denim outfits!
They're all great options but "Denim on denim" has to be my favorite!
Posted by: Pauline | August 31, 2012 at 07:51 AM
it's great to see how versatile one pair of jeans can be, thanks for the tips!
Kitty
xo
Posted by: Kitty @ Kitty & Buck | August 31, 2012 at 07:51 AM
High waisted belt, the best solution to make your legs seem longer (in case they are not! :D )
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Posted by: call me debbie | August 31, 2012 at 07:57 AM
I love your moccasins! Everyday layers and flowers and fringe are my favourite! I love this list because jeans can start to look a little frumpy when you don't know how to dress them up a bit! Love it!
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Posted by: Robyn | August 31, 2012 at 07:59 AM
How cute the flower and fringe style is?? I realy love it!! The moccasins, the flower crown, the crochet top, the fringe bag!! They all rock!! This is a real boho style ;) Good job Kelli!!
Posted by: Maslinda | August 31, 2012 at 08:02 AM
All these looks are amazing but I really love the flower & fringe one. There's something about it that makes me all warm and fuzzy inside. (:
Posted by: Jess Dynarski | August 31, 2012 at 08:13 AM
in love with the last look!
x
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Posted by: Irene's Closet | August 31, 2012 at 08:16 AM
Love these outfits! Especially the Flower & Fringe style. Minnetonkas are so cute!
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Posted by: Allison | August 31, 2012 at 08:17 AM
i love the everyday layers look. i am hoping i will find the perfect felt hat this winter, wish me luck :)
Posted by: Lottie | August 31, 2012 at 08:19 AM
I love the flowers and fringe look. so cute! I love these creative combos!
Posted by: Taylor | August 31, 2012 at 08:38 AM
I love the demin on demin look. Where are the boots from? I love love love loooooove them!
Posted by: Annis | August 31, 2012 at 08:51 AM
My favourite things to do is to dress denim pants up. I like putting fall dresses with denim skinny jeans underneath.
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Posted by: ttea | August 31, 2012 at 08:59 AM
The flower and fringe look is my favorite even though it's not my style at all!
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Posted by: Margherita | August 31, 2012 at 09:01 AM
Such cute ideas! I really like the one with the mini-dress and the high-wasted and belted look! So adorable. :)
xoxo,
Laura
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Posted by: Laura Whitman | August 31, 2012 at 09:08 AM
LOVE all these looks. My favorite is the FRINGE!
XOXO
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Posted by: Daisy Nguyen | August 31, 2012 at 09:10 AM
Love this such a great inspiration post. Amazing outfits, never thought that denim on denim good look so good..
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Posted by: Lara | August 31, 2012 at 09:18 AM
I LOVE all these outfits! 5 ways to style is one of my favourite posts on a Beautiful Mess so please keep bringing us more inspiration!
You have such great style lady :)
xx
Posted by: Sarah | August 31, 2012 at 09:26 AM
perfects all the looks. love denim pants
kisses
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Posted by: patricia | August 31, 2012 at 09:27 AM
Love these looks so much, you look amazingly cool in all of them!
Pip x
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Posted by: Amanda | August 31, 2012 at 09:46 AM