White jeans are a choice. They're not the most convenient pair to have, considering that they get dirty quickly, and the ritualistic food and drinks dropping whenever you wear them (it's real, we all know it). But not just that, they're not easy to style or pull off. It takes effort to look effortless, and if you haven't yet figured out just what to pair with those white jeans you bought because you just needed them and they're collecting dust (not unlike they would if you were to actually wear them) in your closet, take your cards out, because we're about to break this down and do some serious, targeted shopping. Let's go.
7 White Jeans Outfit Ideas For When You're Confused On What To Pair With 'Em
Solid Tshirt
If you're thinking, "Wow, what big-brain energy", give a girl a moment to elaborate before you bounce off. What you need is a round neck t-shirt with slightly dropped shoulders, and you should wear it tucked in. It's a relaxed, model-off-duty look that does enough without being too loud. Accessorise with golden hoops and a watch, and tie your hair in a neat bun, and there's a look in 3.5 minutes.
Best Paired With: Straight White Jeans
Striped Shirt
While many colours look very good styled with white jeans, there is nothing that matches the pairing of them with a blue and white striped shirt. It's a staple that everyone should have, simply because it will never go out of style. I recommend tucking this in for a put together look, but pairing it with a white tank and letting the shirt stay unbuttoned is also a great styling option, especially if your shirt is a bit oversized.
Best Paired With: Straight White Jeans
Structured Colourful Top
Structured tops are a very easy way to elevate any outfit. They add a formal look to the outfit, and it is a very painless way to put together an event-ready outfit with minimum effort. Thanks to the versatility of white, you could pair it with any colour you like, and it would blend right in. Some great styles are peplum, wrap tops, corset tops, and puffy sleeve ones that cinch at the waist.
Best Paired With: Wide-leg Jeans
Blazer and a Tank
In my opinion, blazers and white jeans both fall into the category of 'beautiful but tough to style well'. The good thing, however, is that they pair well together. A good, pastel-coloured blazer is all you need to add to your white tank-and-jeans 'fit to give it an elevated look. It's a no-brainer outfit for work meetings that might turn into drinks and puts the impulsively bought blazer to use.
Best Paired With: Wide-leg or straight jeans
White Knit Sweater
Oversized cable knit sweaters are the one winter staple that will never go out of style. It's snug and cosy, and the all white 'fit is the perfect way to break the monotony of dark winter colours, making it a choice that would help you stand out. The knit also gives the sweater a traditional and old-timey look, which would make it a good break from the minimal basics that have been in trend all of this year.
Best paired With: Ankle-length, straight or skinny jeans
Loose White Shirt
Now that we're on the subject of all white outfits, here's a classic summer-appropriate one. Loose, drop-shoulder shirts tucked in with relaxed jeans is a classic combination, but it looks much more elevated and rich when it's all white. It's also the easiest way to look formal without looking over the top.
Best Paired With: Straight Tapered Jeans
Neutrals
If all white feels too daunting for you (clumsy girls will understand), we get it. A great way to balance it out is to add neutral hues to the outfit. A taupe shirt or top, or a beige sweater are some possible pairings with your white jeans, that will be perfect for a semi-formal occasion such as lunch or day events. Beige and white is a classic combination that you can never go wrong with.
Best Paired With: Bootleg Jeans