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I’m a lover of the basics and getting the most out of what you already have in your wardrobe. With some easy tricks, you can take a simple tee and jeans outfit and make it look elevated in many different ways!
How to Elevate a Simple Tee and Jeans Outfit
First, here’s the simple look we’re starting with:
Now here’s what we can do with it!
1. Tuck in your tee
Side tuck, half front tuck…your outfit is already elevated no matter what your tucking style preference may be.
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | flats (Payless, similar)
2. Throw on some heels
Takes it from casual to night out worthy.
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | heels (similar)
3. Add a statement accessory
Whether you choose a necklace or a bold pair of earrings, it’s sure to bring your outfit up a notch. Related: How to Make Your Outfit Pop With Accessories
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | flats (Payless, similar) | necklace
4. Layer jackets
Layering always adds interest to an outfit. Layering=elevated.
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | flats (Payless, similar) | denim shirt (similar) | moto jacket (Forever21, similar)
5. Add a belt
Any cool belts hanging out in the back of your closet? Tuck in your top to really show it off.
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | flats (Payless, similar) | leopard belt (Target, similar) | black belt (thrifted, similar)
6. Throw on a blazer
One of my favorite outfit combos because you can’t beat the mix of chic and simple. Related: 7 French Outfit Formulas You Can Copy
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | flats (Payless, similar) | blazer (Target, similar)
7. Knot the tee
Super simple, but it already gives your outfit a new look.
white v neck (JCPenney, similar) | skinny jeans (T.J.Maxx, similar) | flats (Payless, similar)
Just in case you didn’t know, you can play around with mixing these formulas to give you new outfits! Below I mixed #1, #2, #3, & #4 for a cool edgy chic outfit!
It’s really easy to elevate a simple tee and jeans outfit by making some simple tweaks. You’ll get countless outfit options this way! Now who can argue with that?
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