What to Wear with Cropped Jeans: Your Complete Style Guide
Here at Simply Be, we know denim. Since 1999, we’ve been crafting jeans that are stitched to perfection. Our expert styles blend unmatched quality with the ultimate fit; meaning we’ve got an iconic silhouette to complement every back, waist and bum.
In our new denim series, we will be introducing our favourite styles and giving you the styling tips to make these jeans work for you.
Meet The Cropped Jean: Your New Favourite Pair
The perfect jeans just entered the chat... and they're everything. Perfect fit, effortless style and made for your wardrobe – cropped jeans are the versatile hero every body needs. With their flattering ankle-grazing length and endless styling possibilities, these aren't just jeans – they're your ticket to looking effortlessly put-together every single day.
With over 25 years of supporting backs, waists and bums, we understand that the right fit can transform your entire approach to getting dressed. Our cropped styles showcase everything we've mastered when creating denim that doesn't just look good but fits perfectly too. That's why we offer cropped jeans in sizes 10-32 across short, regular and long leg lengths – because iconic styles should work for everyone.
Ready to discover why cropped jeans deserve a starring role in your wardrobe? Let's explore five game-changing ways to style them.
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The It Jacket
Sometimes the best outfit formula is keeping things beautifully simple and letting one standout piece do all the talking. Start with a monochrome base – white cropped jeans and a classic tee create the perfect canvas for your statement jacket to truly shine: we’re loving quilted jackets with playful gingham and animal prints this season.
This is your go-to for errands, but make it chic. The cropped hem is your secret style weapon – it perfectly highlights your shoes, giving you the ultimate opportunity to show off your favourite trainers. We're obsessed with bold shoe colours for added interest – think vibrant red, electric blue, or sunshine yellow to inject personality into your look.
The ankle-grazing length of cropped jeans means that even your most casual pieces look polished and intentional – it's proof that denim done right can elevate everything else without trying too hard.
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Formal Frills
Who says you can't wear your jeans to the office? Cropped jeans strike the perfect balance between professional polish and feeling authentically you – the key is to style them exactly like you would your favourite tailored trousers.
Dress up your denim with a crisp shirt or blouse that brings the drama. We love pieces with shape and personality – think oversized collars that frame your silhouette beautifully, bold puff sleeves, and voluminous ruffles that add a feminine touch.
Keep the rest of your look office-appropriate with dark-wash denim and closed-toe flats. The cropped length works perfectly with professional footwear, creating a sophisticated look that proves jeans absolutely belong in your work wardrobe.
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Double Denim, Done Right
It wouldn't be a Simply Be denim style guide without double denim. Gone are the Britney & Justin days – double denim is now a wardrobe staple that's all about sophisticated mixing and matching.
The trick to mastering double denim lies in mixing washes for a more wearable, contemporary approach. We love the contrast of white cropped jeans with a deep indigo wash top – it's fresh, modern, and endlessly versatile.
Cropped cream jeans scream summer but pairing them with a puff-sleeve denim top and trainers shifts the look from Mediterranean getaway vibes to British summer reality. This combo means you'll get serious wear out of these pieces, no matter what the weather throws at you.
Top tip: Roll up the hems of your regular jeans to get that cropped look without committing to a new pair – it's an instant style refresh that costs nothing but looks like everything.
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Jeans and a Nice Top
Everyone's favourite evening look for a reason – you literally can't go wrong when last-minute drinks or dinner plans come up. Dark-wash and black cropped jeans are absolutely perfect for after-dark adventures.
The cropped hem makes your shoes the star of the show, so this is your moment to step out in those strappy heels you've been saving for special occasions. The ankle-grazing length creates a sleek, elongated silhouette that's endlessly flattering.
Going for something more casual? Mix a satin blouse with trainers for the ultimate just-thrown-together look that's anything but basic. It's proof that elevated essentials are always a good idea, no matter what your evening plans involve.
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Elevated Basics
A cardigan and jeans might sound like nothing special, but little styling touches will transform your clothes into an outfit worth talking about. Barrel and wide-leg jeans are trending right now, so lean into those styles with confidence.
The statement silhouette of cropped jeans elevates the base of your look instantly, giving you the perfect foundation to build on. Try buttoning your cardigan up while leaving only the bottom buttons free, then go for a half French tuck to create dimension.
Pair with a belt and chic flats for a simple yet elevated look that proves effortless style is easy to achieve. The cropped length works beautifully with flats and is perfect for everything from coffee dates to casual meetings.
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The Cropped Advantage: Why Ankle-Grazing is Everything
What makes cropped jeans such a wardrobe game-changer? It's all about that perfectly placed hem that hits at just the right spot. The ankle-grazing length creates a clean, modern silhouette that works with virtually every shoe in your wardrobe.
From trainers to heels, flats to boots, cropped jeans provide the perfect backdrop for showcasing your footwear choices. No more worrying about hem lengths or awkward bunching – cropped jeans deliver that effortless, put-together look every single time.
The Perfect Fit: A Flawless Fit 25 Years in the Making
What makes our cropped denim truly special isn't just their versatile length – it's the expertise that goes into every single pair. Our fit expertise means we continuously develop our denim on real bodies, including innovative design features that ensure your jeans fit like a second skin.
With over 25 years of making jeans shopping simple, we understand that great style starts with great fit. We've been perfecting the formula since the '90s and our 5-star reviews say it all: with a fit you can trust, crafted over two decades, you're investing in pieces that will work with your lifestyle, not against it.
Your Collection’s New Staple
Cropped jeans aren't just another pair of jeans – it’s denim that works as hard as you do. From statement-making weekend looks to office-appropriate elegance, these jeans prove that the right length can transform every outfit in your wardrobe.
Whether you're a size 10 or 32, in short, regular or long leg lengths, we've got the perfect cropped jeans waiting for you.
Denim? We've mastered it. Now it's time for you to master the art of styling it.
Shop our range of iconic cropped jeans - today and discover the perfect fit for your unique lines.