6 Occasions That Actually Call For Jeans And A Nice Top

Boozy, bottomless or otherwise, a brunch date calls for a fit that’s cute and comfortable. Enter the low-rise jean and romantic top combo. We love a slouchy pair teamed with something pretty like lace or floaty frills up top – once you’re seated, you’ll only be seen from the waist up, after all. Bookend your relaxed denim with some dainty slingback flats for an intentional – and on-trend – finish.

Apparently, activewear and a puffer isn’t the only pairing you can wear here. Keep things simple (because you’ve already got enough to juggle), with jeans in your favourite fit, a lightweight Bassike knit and classic sneakers like New Balances or Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66. We can’t say the combo’s more comfortable than your usual pilates kit – but it’s pretty darn close.

We don’t know about you, doing our weekly shop seems to be the only time we bump into people we’d just rather not. You know the ones: work acquaintances, the chattiest person from highschool, your BFF’s ex… And while you *could* get your groceries delivered, we’d rather pick our own produce, no? Look cute while doing it in a pair of ONLY jeans, a cute tube top and that reusable shopping tote you swear you’ll remember next time.

If HR don’t side-eye denim at the office, you’re in luck – the right jeans will work just as hard as your other work pants (and pull double duty on the weekend, too). Choose a pair of dark rinse jeans in a clean fit: straight, slim, or tapered are our top picks. Up top, a classic white shirt or silky blouse balances out denim’s casual undertones – bonus points for a French tuck to create some structure. And to prove that this combo really means business? A beautifully-cut blazer and designer handbag bring just the right amount of weekday polish.

You know who always looks like they’re having THE BEST time in jeans and a nice top? Main character girlies in 90s TV shows. Channel said energy on your next night out with a pair of bootcut jeans (our pick: the Debbie fit from Neuw jeans), a satin cami and pointed pumps or pin-thin boots peeking out beneath. Complete the look with a baguette bag and latte makeup staples like brushed brows, creamy shadow and a cocoa brown lip.

We know what you’re thinking, but hear us out: denim totally deserves a place in your suitcase because sometimes, you just need a break from linen pants. Choose a pair of light-washed ONE TEASPOON jeans in a roomier fit (rips = extra ventilation, if you’re worried about being too warm), and throw on over that one-piece swimsuit or bikini top you already packed. The result? A look that’ll take you from coastal boardwalk to a day of sightseeing without missing a beat.