Wondering how to style cropped jeans for summer? It’s really all about your shoe choices. Cut right above the ankles, this silhouette showcases your feet more than other pairs, so you’ll want to be intentional with your sneakers, heels, or flats. Since they’re also airier than skinny or straight-leg jeans, they’re also perfect for your summer capsule wardrobe.
As a 5-feet-2 editor, I prefer ankle-length jeans because they never require tailoring, and styling them is pretty much effortless. I suggest you go polished with heeled pumps for work—or take a cue from Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, who famously wore the ’90s style with a simple tank and strappy sandals for running around town. Here’s how to style cropped jeans that go from casual hangs to date nights.
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For the office
If you’re wearing cropped jeans to work, go with a comfortable wide-leg pair and style it with some tailoring, like a slim T-shirt and sharp blazer. A proper pair of heels is key here, since it’ll help to balance the oversized proportions and add some office-ready polish. It might seem simple, but you’ll get endless mileage out of this work uniform, especially with the right work bag.
