39 Ways to Wear Cropped Jeans Right Now, Because Why Wait?

Updated on March 30, 2019 at 12:11 PM

It's that time of the year when you can start to consider different lengths for your denim, specifically going shorter, and it's never been easier now that cropped jeans and ankle-skimmers are all over the place. These modern cropped jeans have hems that fall anywhere from just below the knee to right above the ankle — you can even fake it by cuffing your full-length pairs — but what length is right for you? And, just as importantly, what shoes go with them? Let these street style looks inspire you to pull together an outfit that complements your favorite cropped jeans, from your head to your toes.

These street style stars show you all the footwear options you can team with your cropped denim, from strappy sandals and statement heels to stylish flats and ankle boots. From crop tops to long coats, all clothing options are covered, too. Ahead, get ready to learn how to master the crop.

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39 Ways to Wear Cropped Jeans Right Now, Because Why Wait?

With White Boots, a Crop Top, and a Puffer Jacket

Over Red Socks Tucked Into White Boots

Hanging Freely Over Black Boots, Covered With a Camel Coat

Rolled Up Over Glittery Green Platforms, Under a Shoulder-Draped Coat

With a Leather Topper and Pointed-Toe Footwear

With an Off-the Shoulder Top, a Tucked Scarf, and Statement Sandals

As Part of a Casual Camo Puffer and Flats Outfit

With Yellow Accents in the Heels and Cuffs

In Chic, Muted Shades With a Camel Coat, a Grey Polo Neck, and Boots

Rocking a Sailor Vibe With Blue Accent Turn-Ups and a White Colour Scheme

With Loafers, Socks, and Layers

With a Utility Jacket and T-Bar Shoes

Above Open-Toe Boots, Under a Longline Coat

A White Wide-Leg Pair With a White T-Shirt and Brown Strappy Sandals

With Statement Collars and Chain Boots

With an Animal-Print Jacket and Black Slingbacks

With a Simple Black Top and Anything-but-Simple Shoes

Casual and Cool in Frayed Hems, Trainers, and a Puffer

Long Layers Over Roll-Ups and Trainers

With a French-Tuck Top and Open-Front Boots

Channelling the '80s in Stonewash, Trainers, and a Bold Sweater

Long Roll-Ups on Skinnies Over Sliders

Flashes of Flesh Under a Distressed Pair and a Front-Tie Tee

Layers of Hosiery With a Furry Topping

Frayed and Flared With Pumps and Polka Dots

With Strappy Sandals and an On-Trend Shell Anklet

With a Double-Breasted Blazer and Statement Heels

With a Long Coat and White Boots

White Boots Once Again, With an All-Over Neutral Palette

Mustard Mixing With a Frayed Pair

High Frilled Hemlines With Heeled Mules

With White V Shoes and Textured Outerwear

With Embroidered Flats and an Oversized Statement Shirt

A Plain Pair to Offset a Print-Busy Cropped Blazer and Boots

Monochrome Mashups

A Longline Teddy Coat and White Boots Once More

Lace-Up Boots and Statement Cuffs

Boho Styling With Rips, a Crop Top, and Contrast Prints

Belted, Neon, and Transparent Shoes

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