If a Fashion Person Is Wearing Skinny Jeans in 2024, It's With These 4 Basics

Baggy, straight-leg, and flared jeans continue to be denim front-runners for fashion people. While these more relaxed silhouettes will certainly hold strong throughout 2024, skinny jeans could easily be considered a “classic” choice despite their somewhat polarising nature. 

After scrolling through the accounts of some of our favourite fashion follows, it became quite clear that there are a few specific elevated basics the fashion crowd will wear with their skinny jeans to create chic looks. Although, just about anything pairs flawlessly with them given the classic nature of the cut. 

Keep scrolling to check out the trend-forward basics fashion people will wear with skinny and slim-straight jeans in 2024, as well as shopping inspiration. 

Style Notes: A classic white button-down shirt is considered a staple for many. A relaxed silhouette is effortlessly chic with skinny jeans. 

For those who like more of a slim fit.

Counter the slim fit of your jeans with an oversized shirt.

I love the poplin texture which gives this oversized shirt a light stripe. 

Such a classic blue.

Don’t sleep on & Other Stories’ jeans.

Style Notes: The fashion crowd can’t get enough of striped jumpers right now. Team your favourite silhouette with skinny jeans and you’re set.

The long fit makes it perfect for layering over skinny jeans.

The lime green hem is a surprising—and welcome—touch.

So many influencers own this exact jumper.

I love the button details around the ankle.

Such a flattering fit.

Style Notes: For a polished silhouette, consider tossing on a double-breasted blazer over a simple top with your go-to jeans.

Looks equally cool worn open or buttoned up.

This would instantly elevate your skinnies.

For a vintage-inspired look.

So many of our editors love Mother denim.

The frayed hem is a great touch.

Style Notes: A trench coat will bring a sleek twist to any look. The sweater-and-blouse combo with skinny jeans and heels is also notable here.

A classic that you’ll use for years to come.

This also comes in a burgundy and forest green.

This looks so much more expensive than it is.

Ideal if you like a second-skin fit.

Skinny jeans fans are obsessed with these jeans.

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This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.