Getting bored with rewearing the same denim pieces over and over again? Yeah, me too. Introducing: two-tone jeans. A perfect mash-up of shades that feels unexpected yet stylish.
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Each season, new styles and washes of denim enter the trend cycle that make me think: what if I bought just one more pair? But with this update on a classic, there was no second-guessing. With their contrasting colours and an effortlessly cool vibe, two-tone jeans have arrived as a fun way to referesh an outfit without being over-the-top about it. Dress them up with an oversized blazer and ballet flats for a more polished look, or keep it casual with a simple tee and a pair of fashion trainers. Either way, you'll emerge with a look worthy of a street style snap.
The popularity of two-tone denim pieces should have come as no surprise. After all, piping-trimmed trackies and two-tone shoes have already established their moment as key spring pieces that effortlessly transition into summer. With each of them, the contrast in colours offers dimension and a surprising element to an outfit. A pair of two-tone jeans makes a statement, while still being totally wearable, as one of the easiest ways to change up your outfit formula without having to reach too far out of your comfort zone.
Celeb favourites like Amanda Seyfried, Katie Holmes, and Sarah Pidgeon have demonstrated the sartorial power of these pieces. All have recently stepped out in their own take on two-tone jeans, offering perfect inspo on how to style this trend in the process.
Amanda Seyfried and Katie Holmes both embraced the two-tone denim trend as a way to bring a dash of relaxed everyday style. Pairing them with black slingbacks à la Amanda or suede Mary Janes like Katie, the look ends up feeling put together but not overly fussy. The contrast down the length of the jeans adds a subtle touch of personality, giving the outfit a bit more visual interest without being distracting.
Meanwhile, Love Story's Sarah Pidgeon’s two-tone take on barrel jeans works exceptionally well with a pop of red via her pumps. The colour splash instantly adds a feminine, confident touch to the jeans, and the lines on the trouser help lengthen the silhouette while drawing the eye downward to her statement shoes. Add a black blazer, and you've got a sophisticated look – one that definitely goes away from her minimal wardrobe as Carolyn Bessette Kennedy.
In fact, a dash of red can be one of the best styling tricks when putting together a look around a pair of two-tone jeans. It's a classic colour that compliments the multiple shades of blue, especially when worn with a clean white T-shirt and black sandals.
Convinced yet? Below are some of Glamour's favourite two-tone jeans available right now.
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A version of this article originally appeared in Glamour US.
