How to wear boots with jeans: four classic outfits you’ll want to wear again and again

How to wear boots with jeans: it's the universal style dilemma. But when it's done right, pairing your best jeans with your favorite boots is a look that'll last you through all seasons and all occasions. 

Jeans and boots are two of our most loyal wardrobe staples, so mastering how to wear them together is a fashion necessity.

There are endless ways to wear boots with jeans, but it's all about finding the right pairing. Striking a balance between the cut and color of the denim and the style of the boot is essential as well. 

Sounds a bit complicated? Not to worry. We've done the hard work for you and created a mood board of the most stylish jeans and boots combos worn by the street style set. 

And of course, we've included our editor-approved picks of the best jeans and boots to recreate the looks on all budgets.

HOW TO WEAR BOOTS WITH JEANS

Take a hike 

Who would have predicted that hiking boots would swiftly become a fashion footwear staple? And given their comfort, durability, and all-around practicality, we certainly aren't complaining. 

The good thing about hiking boots is that they go with almost all slim-leg denim styles – whether that's skinny, straight-leg, or cropped kick flares. Style yours with a relaxed-fit roll neck, cozy coat, and gold jewelry for optimum chic. 

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Statement Skinnys

It's amazing what a pair of tall boots can do when it comes to elevating your everyday skinny jeans. Leg lengthening, slimming, and infallibly chic, make like the street style set and pair yours with a slouchy blazer for the ultimate desk-to-drinks look. 

That's So Seventies

If you thought flared jeans were relegated to the past, you thought wrong. When worn right – i.e. with a chic trench coat and a pair of platforms – they're one of the coolest cuts of denim there are. 

Pair your flares with platform ankle boots, a French-tucked shirt and one of the best winter coats to see your style credentials reach new heights. Or, if heels aren't an option, wear them with a pair of box-fresh white sneakers. 

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Classic Straight-Leg

You can't fault a classic. Since they landed on the scene well over 100 years ago, Levi's 501s have remained a wardrobe staple for women worldwide, thanks to their long-wearing rigid denim. Style them with mid to low-block heel ankle boots (untucked) and a cropped jacket for a comfortable, everyday style that will give you legs for days. Kendall Jenner, who? 

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