The Dos and Don'ts of Wearing Skinny Jeans in 2019

While there's never a wrong way to wear something, we do get inspired to wear certain pieces in the same way we see them on the street, the runway, and celebrities. In reference to the latter, we turn to the A-list for denim outfit ideas, specifically. Because when Victoria Beckham or Hailey Rhode Bieber wears jeans in a cool way, how could you not be intrigued, right? Exactly. When it comes to skinny jeans (a style celebs will continue to wear despite their polarizing nature), we realized that there are a few dos and don'ts It girls are following in 2019. While some of the tips ahead might be obvious, others may surprise you. Regardless, keep scrolling to get inspired and shop for new skinnies.

Do: Go for skinnies and booties. Don't: Be afraid to let the jeans bunch up.

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While it totally used to be a faux pas, Hailey Rhode Bieber highlights that bunching your skinnies around ankle boots is actually quite cool and forward. Of course, opting for a cropped pair works just as well.

Do: Embrace a crop top. Don't: Opt for low-rise jeans when wearing a crop.

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A crop top paired with skinny jeans a no-fail hit for a night out. Right, Winnie Harlow? But if you are testing out this look, consider higher-waisted skinny jeans as opposed to low-rise ones for a sophisticated vibe.

Do: Pair cropped skinny jeans and heels. Don't: Go for long jeans and heels.

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As Gina Rodriguez showcases, heels paired with skinny jeans is always a smart idea. We'd suggest following her lead and going for a cropped pair to really show off the shoes rather than a long pair, which could look a bit messy.

Do: Test out denim on denim. Don't: Overlook your choice in washes.

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Take a note from Victoria Beckham and try a sleek denim-on-denim ensemble. The key here is to ensure the wash of the jeans coordinate well with the jacket or top. (It doesn't have to be the same wash, but it should be in the same family.)

Do: Wear skinnies with knee-high boots. Don't: Disregard classic pieces for a streamlined effect. 

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Skinny jeans work flawlessly with knee-high boots because you can stuff the legs inside. To keep this overall vibe feeling streamlined, consider opting for sophisticated pieces à la Rosie Huntington-Whiteley rather than flashy items, which could bring the look down.

Do: Stick to a T-shirt and jeans. Don't: Forget about incorporating extra pieces for interest.

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You can never go wrong with a T-shirt and skinny jeans. To make the classic vibe feel even more interesting, follow Gigi Hadid's cue and layer unique pieces like a sweatshirt tied around the waist and a scarf to bring extra dimension.

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Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.