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Lately, our stylists have heard the same question from clients over and over again:
“What sneakers should I wear with my jeans?”
Which is a great question! I’m so glad that more guys are excited to get into the nitty-gritty of what makes a great outfit.
Because leveling up your style means recognizing that it’s usually the small details — like the profile of a shoe, or fit of a pair of jeans — that take a look from average to exceptional.
So, Team SG put together this guide on the best men’s sneakers to wear with which kinds of jeans.
Consider it a cheat sheet to elevate your casual, everyday style.
Below, check out the best men’s sneakers to wear with jeans
WEAR CHUNKY SNEAKERS WITH RELAXED, LOOSE, OR BAGGY JEANS
Right now, a looser style is popular in men’s pants. From workwear pants to baggy denim, the ’90s are back in a big way.
If you’re down to clown with bigger pants, your shoe shouldn’t get lost beneath all that material.
To keep things stylish not sloppy, go with chunky sneakers with a rounded toe like a pair of crisp white Air Force 1’s to create a solid foundation for your jeans outfit.
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Straight-leg jeans works best with a low top sneaker that has an elongated toe.
A retro sneaker like the Nike Killshot 2 will keep your look streamlined.
Throw on a white t-shirt with blue jeans in warm weather for a “celebrities getting photographed at the airport” casually cool vibe. In colder months, add a rugby shirt or shacket to layer your look.
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PAIR A HIGH TOP WITH TAPERED JEANS
We love a man in tapered jeans, the better to show off his unique personal style when it comes to footwear! Exhibit A? The pair of high-top sneakers like the Air Jordan style above.
Don’t be afraid to add a tall sock that picks up on colors in your outfit. They’ll be spotted when you sit or take long strides, so you want them to be cohesive with the rest of your look.
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WEAR SKINNY OR SLIM-FIT JEANS WITH A RUNNING SNEAKER
Do your best Seinfeld impersonation in a pair of slim or skinny jeans with a classic dadcore running sneaker like the Nike Zoom Vomero 5. The more functional-looking, the better.
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READ MORE ON MEN’S SNEAKER STYLE FROM SG HQ:
I’m a Stylist. These Are My Favorite Everyday Sneakers to Recommend to Clients
The Bear‘s Jeremy Allen White Loves These Sneakers. Here’s How to Wear Them
