25 Ways to Style Baggy Jeans With Everything, From Blazers to Crop Tops

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With so much nostalgic '90s and 2000s fashion continuing to trend — from the return of miniskirts and lug-sole platforms to the ubiquity of crop tops and slip dresses — it's no surprise baggy jeans are also making a comeback. Slouchy, low-slung, straight-leg silhouettes are usually called "dad jeans," while loose, tapered silhouettes embody more of that "mom jean" vibe (this style typically features high rises and nipped waists). Some baggy jeans incorporate design elements like raw hems, distressed finishes, and deconstructed materials.

Whether your style is sporty, bohemian, minimalist, or a mix of all of the above, outfits with baggy jeans always have a certain "cool factor" that makes even the simplest wardrobe basics — from T-shirts to blazers — feel laid-back and practical. An understated white tank top, for instance, paired with white baggy jeans and a straw sun hat is the quintessential coastal-grandmother look that's ready for your next beach day. And while baggy jeans are an obvious choice for casual outings like solo afternoon strolls or grocery-store runs, you can dress them up with a corset top and sharp leather jacket. These oversize styles bring a relaxed touch to any outfit, and the good news? If your jeans aren't intentionally designed as a baggy style, simply size up for a slouchy look.

What Are Baggy Jeans?

Any pair of jeans that isn't skinny or fitted can be considered baggy. Other terms for baggy jeans include mom jeans, boyfriend jeans, loose-fit jeans, and dad jeans. The trend is a fixture for fashion-lovers everywhere, with baggy jeans making frequent appearances across the street style scene during Fashion Week. These styles are also ideal for festival fashion — they facilitate easy movement for those long hours spent dancing and jamming under the sun.

How to Style Baggy Jeans

Baggy jeans are incredibly versatile. For an office-ready outfit, wear them with a neutral blazer, leather loafers, and mixed metallic accessories. Dare we suggest a denim jacket for a bold denim-on-denim look? Baggy jeans are ideal for wearing on repeat, offering endless styling options for all occasions.

Keep scrolling for 25 unique ways to wear baggy jeans.

Additional reporting by Sarah Wasilak

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Shearling Accessories
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Shearling Accessories

The colorblock tee and ombré-effect sneakers make baggy jeans seem sporty, but add a shearling top-handle bag and wear a stylish coat off your shoulders with hoops, and you've instantly made over the mood.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Bow-Adorned Kitten Heels
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Bow-Adorned Kitten Heels

There are plenty of accessories that can make a baggy pair of jeans feel more sophisticated. With leather accessories like a cylinder bag and kitten heels that pop, you'll be reaching for all your favorite add-ons; think: bows for your hair, necklaces, and colorful gemstone earrings.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Leather Coat and Sneakers
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Leather Coat and Sneakers

Cap off an '80s combination — a zippered leather jacket and acid-wash jeans — with running sneakers for a surprise twist.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Lug-Sole Platforms
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Lug-Sole Platforms

The combination of baggy, faded jeans and treaded-sole platforms screams grunge. But add a bejeweled belt, a luxe-looking coat, and ornamental earrings, and you're meeting the moment with just as much glamour.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Polo Shirt and Tie
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Polo Shirt and Tie

Go for a sporty academia look by adding a touch of prep. Pop a collar out from under an oversize sweater, and secure a tie around the neck. Add a puffer, flat sneakers, and a beanie for athletic appeal.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Lots of Layers
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Lots of Layers

If you're layering a bunch of lightweight tops, opt for neutral colors and choose one layer that accents the color of your denim. A longer coat will help you balance out proportions.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Polished Loafers and a Minibag
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Polished Loafers and a Minibag

While a basic white tee might feel like a casual foundation for this combination, you can amp up the allure with a nicely tailored blazer and gold jewelry. Let the ankles of your pant legs pool around your loafers to draw attention to a detail at the upper or a flashy logo.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Business-Casual Button-Down
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Business-Casual Button-Down

Keep things business casual in a crisp white button-down shirt and comfy slides. Layer on gold bangles or simple necklaces for a little glimmer.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Hoodie and Work Boots
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Hoodie and Work Boots

Think oversize in every way, and slip into a pair of dark-wash baggy jeans with Timberland boots. You can add a pop of color with a favorite hoodie, then a bit more structure courtesy of a checked blazer on top.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: Distressed Denim and a Tank Top
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: Distressed Denim and a Tank Top

Don't overthink it when it comes to your baggy ripped jeans. A simple white tank and retro sneakers are nondistracting — because you don't want your outfit to be doing too many things at once. A simple leather jacket in a neutral shade is a great added layer for warmth, and you can add a hint of personality with a fun hair accessory.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Loafers and a Long Trench
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Loafers and a Long Trench

Allow your loafers to peek out from under a pair of swingy jeans, and balance proportions with a fitted shirt. To really play up the '90s vibe, consider a long leather trench jacket that will lend your look some flow.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Cozy Sweater and Sneakers
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Cozy Sweater and Sneakers

Don't overthink it — just throw on a cozy sweater and your favorite sneakers for a no-fail everyday outfit. A canvas tote bag makes for a farmers-market-ready ensemble.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Crop Top and Oversize Denim Jacket
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Crop Top and Oversize Denim Jacket

Bring a 2000s vibe into your wardrobe with an oversize denim jacket layered over a crop top. Pair with a matching beanie and belt to complete the look.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: Belted With Platforms
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: Belted With Platforms

Cinch the waist of your baggy jeans with a chic belt, and dress them up with platforms and a crop top. If it gets chilly, complete the look with a shirt jacket.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Bright Cardigan and Kitten Heels
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Bright Cardigan and Kitten Heels

Brighten up baggy jeans with a colorful sweater and bag, then finish with compliment-worthy pumps. A simple jeans-and-sweater combo is infinitely cooler when baggy jeans are part of the equation.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Cargo Pockets and a Chain-Link Belt
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Cargo Pockets and a Chain-Link Belt

Give baggy denim a posh treatment with a French-style cardigan and white heels. Add feminine details such as a chain-link belt and quilted purse.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Baseball Cap and Slides
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Baseball Cap and Slides

For a warm-weather look, throw on a lightweight button-down and baseball cap, and complete with rubber pool slides for a nostalgic, understated vibe.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With an '80s-Skater Twist
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With an '80s-Skater Twist

Go for a skater-chic look by pairing baggy jeans with Vans sneakers. A simple T-shirt, an animal-print coat, and sunglasses are the finishing touches.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Leather Booties
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With Leather Booties

For a polished yet bohemian feel, style a quilted jacket or blazer that's cinched at the waist with heeled boots.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Shacket and Western Boots
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Shacket and Western Boots

Channel slightly Western, slightly "Matrix" vibes with cropped slouchy jeans, a striped shirt, a long leather jacket, and cowboy boots.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Glitzy Top and Trench Coat
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Glitzy Top and Trench Coat

This look is the epitome of '90s style: light-wash baggy jeans recall the grunge era, while a cropped silk cami and long sheer jacket exude the minimalist glamour the decade is known for.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Simple White T-Shirt
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Simple White T-Shirt

On your most relaxed days, there's no better combo than baggy jeans, a T-shirt, and sneakers. Go for a top that's slightly fitted in order to contrast with the loose leg of your pants, and finish with a chic accessory, such as a favorite pair of sunglasses.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Structured Blazer
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Structured Blazer

A super-slouchy pair of jeans looks smart with a tailored leather blazer, sleek loafers, and an oversize bag that offers a punch of color.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: Ripped Denim With a Bomber Jacket
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: Ripped Denim With a Bomber Jacket

A black-and-white color palette instantly elevates a pair of ripped, baggy jeans. The sporty appeal of a bomber jacket also makes this look feel more relaxed.

Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Ribbed Turtleneck
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Baggy-Jeans Outfit: With a Ribbed Turtleneck

Classic pieces like a neutral ribbed sweater, a plaid coat, pointed-toe boots, and a structured bag make a pair of slouchy jeans look incredibly polished. Tuck the sweater into the waistband of your jeans.