10 Easy Ways to Make These Simple Jeans Look So 2024

When we talk about classic jeans, blue pairs often spring to mind, but I think black jeans are just as timeless, even if they don’t receive the same airtime as their vintage-wash counterparts. I always feel more pulled together and polished in black jeans, which I’d argue also transition from day to night more seamlessly due to their darker base colour.

Still, just like any outfit, black-jeans outfits can become repetitive if you let them. So in an attempt to stop them from becoming stale and tired, I’ve gone on the hunt for black-jeans outfits that are classic and chic and won’t let you down no matter where you’re going. Handily, there was a plethora of stylish looks to choose from, and my favourites are showcased below.

Whether you’re looking for new ways to freshen your style for winter or simply want some inspiration for 2024, continue on to fill up on black-jeans-outfit inspiration.

1. RELAXED JUMPER + BALLET FLATS

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Style Notes: We expect to be relying on cosy jumpers for the forseeable. Oversized styles in monochrome palettes add to the timelessness of this look, whilst the trending ballet flats for a fashion-forward touch. 

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2. CHECKED BLAZER + LINGERIE-STYLE TOP

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Style Notes: Use your black jeans to offset a sultry top half like a camisole or an on-trend blazer-and-bra combination. 

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3. TRENCH COAT + CHUNKY LOAFERS

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Style Notes: Trench coats and chunky loafers are non-negotiable as we head into spring. Just add black jeans, and you've got yourself an outfit you'll wear time after time. 

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4. BACKLESS TOP + BLACK HANDBAG

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Style Notes: Summer might be a few months away, but that doesn't mean you can't style your nice tops for colder weather. Paired with black jeans, this backless top looks the 2024 part. Add a blazer now to beat the chill.

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5. BRIGHT TEE + CLUTCH BAG

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Style Notes: Give your black jeans an instant lift by pairing them with a brightly coloured tee. For a more joyful appeal, throw a pastel bag into the equation. 

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6. DENIM JACKET + A POP OF RED

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Style Notes: If you ordinarily find double denim tricky to style, follow Grece Ghanem's lead by wearing a blue denim jacket with black jeans. That way, you don't have to worry about matching shades of blue. 

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7. BRETON STRIPES + FLAT SHOES

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Style Notes: We can always trust French people to deliver simple but chic outfit suggestions. This look with black jeans, a Breton, and flat shoes is perfect. 

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8. SWEATSHIRT + STATEMENT BELT

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Style Notes: The beauty of black jeans is that they can just as easily be dressed up as they can down. Monikh expertly styles her wide-leg denim for the weekend with a comfy washed sweatshirt and statement belt, and we're so in love.

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9. WAISTCOAT + BALLET FLATS

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Style Notes: Could there be anything more sleek than black jeans and a tailored waitcoat? Finish with square-toe ballet flat for a look that'll work for everything, be it brunch or cocktails. 

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10. COLOURED BLAZER + STRAPPY HEELS

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Style Notes: Jeans and blazers will never fail to look elegant together. A green or teal shade is gorgeous set against these black jeans and top. 

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This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.

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Maxine Eggenberger
Deputy Editor

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over twelve years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories, and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, works closely with influencer talent on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media. Previously, Maxine appeared on TV in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o. 


Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship, she was offered a position on the Look magazine fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. She went on to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine works remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh.