How to Style Classic Straight-Leg Jeans
As we usher in a new season of the Jess Edit, the keyword here is ease. The Cut’s fashion director, Jessica Willis, is cutting out the noise and embracing a wardrobe that’s easy, comfortable, and not fussy. And of course, still looks really good. Now she’s showing you how to do it. Starting with the everyday jean and elevated with pieces that shine from Cartier, Willis has created a chic look you can wear anywhere. Here’s the full breakdown and how you can get the look.
The Hero Piece: a Classic Wash Jean
Nili Lotan Joan Jeans
Willis’s choice of denim, a high-rise straight-cut pair in a classic wash from Nili Lotan. “It’s the cut of the season, it’s not flared or baggy,” she explains. The jeans slightly open at the bottoms, making them the perfect pants for a boot. Willis wanted to a play on opposites; you could wear this with a T-shirt and sneakers or a look which is more dressed up. She chose to dress them up.
Layer on a sculpted coat
Fforme Anouk Tailored Coat
Don’t underestimate the importance of a great coat. It can be the whole outfit. Willis’s go-to is this tailored jacket from Fforme. “It has a nice structure but cinches in the waist so it gives you definition but doesn’t overwhelm your body,” Willis says. The floor-grazing length also helps to elevate the look. Willis vouches for the coat: “You could wear the same base outfit over and over again, but if you change your coat and your shoes, it completely changes the look,” she explains.
Zoom in on the little details
This crisp top from Celine makes up the base layer of Willis’s look. Unlike your cotton button-down, it’s a heavier weight that looks and feels more dressed up. It has pearl-button details that are Western-inspired.
Color and texture are key
Cartier 90 Scarf, Panthère Reissue
Here’s something easy to do with all those silk scarves you have. Willis draped a burgundy silk twill scarf from Cartier over her shoulders, a nice bit of texture to contrast with the wool outerwear. The colors in the scarf also complement the Celine shirt.
Add on a bit of sparkle
Cartier Clash de Cartier Earrings Small Model
Lastly, she finished off the look with some gold pieces from Cartier, a watch, studded earrings and a ring you can wear with anything. Consider these investments you’ll wear again and again.
Cartier Clash de Cartier Ring Small Model
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Watch
Don’t be afraid to go with a theme
Schiaparelli Keyhole Western Ankle Boots
Leaning into the Western look of the top, Willis added on a pair of cowboy-inspired Schiaparelli ankle boots with gold details that complement her jewelry.
Get the Jeans for Less
Here are two pairs of classic denim to get the look.
Agolde Kelly Jean
Madewell The Dean Easy Straight Jean
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