What Kind of Shirts Do You Wear With Skinny Jeans?

A woman wearing skinny jeans

Skinny jeans became popular in the early 2000s and remain so today. Although the name lends itself to the idea that they are only for very thin people, that is not the case. If worn properly, they can even have a slimming effect.

Volume

In order to contrast with the narrowness of the jeans, a top with volume is recommended. A chunky sweater, a shirt with flared sleeves, or a top with a belted waist are all complementary.

Length

Long shirts are a great accompaniment to skinny jeans, and they flatter those who aren't quite as tiny in the hip and bottom as the jeans suggest. Short dresses and shirts with an empire waist go nicely as well.

Layering

Layers look great with skinny jeans because they also give a contrasting volume to the straight, narrow cut of the jeans. A few layering suggestions: pair a t-shirt with a blazer, throw a cardigan over a cami, or top a long white shirt with a vest.

References

• Sassy Chic: How to Wear Skinny Jeans
• StyleList: Skinny jeans if you have unskinny genes