From Kendall Jenner to Alexa Chung, white jeans have become an unexpected failsafe in the wardrobes of fashion’s favourite It-girls. Previously synonymous with a certain “Noughties soccer mom” approach to dressing, it has since forged a more directional, trend-savvy path for itself. Of course, it hasn’t totally discarded its high-maintenance associations – people with toddlers, dogs or a clumsy disposition should approach with caution – however, we cannot deny that it’s a great alternative to traditional true blues in the summer months.
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But the question remains: how do you style white jeans? This is where we come in. Due to their bleached shade, they can be a tricky one to navigate, but we’ve compiled five easy outfit formulas that you can recreate this season.
First and foremost, you can’t go wrong with neutral pairings, such as navy, cream and black, as we find they offer white jeans a high-end finish à la The Row. Accessories, meanwhile, are a great place to add a pop of colour, be it a snake print boot or an embellished shoe. Take Alexa Chung, who has long been a fan of the navy knit and white jeans pairing and often styles hers with a bright knotted scarf or colourful pumps.