How to Wear Jeans with Sneakers

Creating Casual Looks

1. Pair regular- or slim-fit jeans with athletic sneakers for an everyday look. This is a combination you can never go wrong with. The best part about it is that you can wear it pretty much anywhere: meeting up with friends, going to a concert, hanging out in a park, or almost anything else you can think of.
2. Go for a classic look by choosing monochrome jeans and sneakers combos. The best thing about a one- or two-tone look is that it will never go out of style. Match black jeans with black sneakers, or white jeans with white sneakers. Mix it up and wear black jeans with white sneakers, or white jeans with black sneakers. Try to play around with shades, such as dark and light grays and tans for a modern take on the classic look.
   • For example, you could wear dark gray jeans with black sneakers or light gray jeans with white sneakers.
   • If you want a more bold take on this classic outfit, try matching colored jeans with sneakers of the same color or a similar hue!
3. Create a retro or boho look by pairing wide-leg jeans with low-tops. If you want to go for a breezy, vintage vibe, this is one of the easiest ways to do it! Choose jeans that are more form fitting through the waist and thighs and then open up at the calf, and throw on a pair of classic low-top, canvas sneakers.
   • To complete this look, add a vintage or oversized graphic tee and tuck it into the jeans, or wear a simple, flowy top!
4. Use the sneakers to add a pop of color and show your sense of style. For the jeans, go with a solid color, like light or dark blue, white, or black. Then pair them with a pair of vibrantly-colored sneakers, or a pair that has a bold pattern. Break out those cool shoes that you’ve been looking for an excuse to wear!
5. Pair high-top sneakers with straight-leg and regular-fit jeans. These jeans have a little more room through the leg and don’t taper as much, which means they won’t clash with high-top sneakers. You can choose to wear the pants so they cover the top of the shoe, or cuff them to show that part off. Either way, you’ll look great!
6. Cuff your jeans to show off your sneakers and create a modern look.Cuffing your jeans helps create a modern silhouette and can bring attention to a cool pair of sneakers. Beyond that, cuffing also helps if you need shorter jeans but don’t have time to head to a tailor. Make a first cuff that is about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long, and then repeat this for a second one. When cuffing, you should aim to have your jeans reach just above the ankle bone.
   • Don’t cuff your pants more than twice, otherwise the bottom of your jeans will start to look bulky. If the pants are still too long with 2 cuffs, you might want to consider taking them to a tailor.
7. Wear low-rise or no-show socks for a clean look. Though it’s completely fine to wear exposed socks, many people prefer to not show socks with low-top sneakers. If you want to keep socks hidden, try out a pair of no-show socks, which you can get at places where shoes are sold. No-show socks typically come in fewer sizes (often just small, medium, or large), so you will need to try a few pairs to find what works best for you and the shoes you have.
   • If you are wearing high-tops, you’ll want to have socks that reach up past your ankle to prevent blisters from forming, so avoid wearing no-show or crew cut socks with these kinds of sneakers.
8. Wear a funky pair of socks to add a little bit of color. If you have to wear socks, consider long ones with a cool pattern or bright color. Use the visible space between your sneakers and jeans as an opportunity to showcase a little bit of personality and uniqueness!