Trust Me: These 7 Classic Jackets Will Always Look Great With Jeans

We like to make getting dressed as easy and as stress-free as possible. That's why we spend so much time bringing you the best outfits floating around in the fashion ether, many of which will be made up of items you already own. That's certainly the case as far as this fail-safe ensemble is concerned. Good jeans are available en masse and at lots of really great price points too.
While I'm at it, you just can't beat a jacket and jeans combo, can you? It's a chic look that you can pull together at a moment's notice and that will never let you down—basically everything we want from our wardrobes. While you can confidently style just about any outwear with jeans and know it'll look good, there are certain jacket styles that loan themselves particularly well to denim. Keep scrolling to see a round-up of sleek but attainable jacket-and-jeans outfits.
1. LEATHER
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Style Notes: Leather outerwear has made a massive comeback this winter, particularly in the guise of '90s-style blazers. Here, Brittany showcases just how great one can look with an all-black look, using it to add textured to her jeans and boots combo.
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Cosy, comfy and so wearable. I love how Brittany has worn her jumper over her shoulders.
You can look to Bobbies for great leather boots and shoes, season after season.
2. DENIM
Style Notes: Double denim makes a comeback every season. For a fresh take on the trend keep it oversized and follow Yaminah's lead and finish with a cute top-handle bag.
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Ballet flats add a chic touch to any outfit, whilst the hardware details toughen it up a bit.
3. SUEDE
Style Notes: With a stylish nod to the 70's, suede jackets, ideally with fringing like Monikh's, always look the off-duty part when paired with jeans.
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All the Who What Wear editors agree: M&S's jean range is just so good.
Monikh has worn her combo with trainers, but you could also dress it up with boots. I guarantee these will continue to be a wardrobe staple for years to come.
4. BLAZER
Style Notes: The only thing fashion types love more than blazers is wearing said blazers with jeans. Take cues from Aïda and style the combination a classic white tee before swapping flats for heels to take it from day to night.
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Dress it up with heels and a silk camisole or wear it over t-shirts with converse.
Acne Studios is one of my favourite brands for designer denim with a great fit.
These will really come into their own over party season.
5. CAMEL
Style Notes: Of all the colour pairings out there, you'll be hard-pressed to find one chicer than indigo and tan. Case in point—Julie's timeless ensemble. Whatever style you go for, from belted to scarf-detailed, cropped to capes, it's sure to look good with denim.
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Wear under jackets, dresses and shirts for extra warmth.
6. QUILTED
Style Notes: Not just a one season wonder, the khaki quilted jacket is here to stay and looks tres cool paired with denim. Style yours like Jessica with black denim and a 'Dad' trainer. Cute dog optional.
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Available in cream also and runs up to a size 24.
It's not just scarf coats and striped that Totême does right.
7. TWEED
Style Notes: With the power to make everything look polished, tweed and bouclé jackets are given a cool spin when styled with blue jeans and an on-trend, lace-collared blouse. Accessorise yours with velvet loafers and a classic quilted bag.
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Zara's multi-straps-with-buckles shoes are sitting right at the top of my wish list right now.
This story was originally published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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