If there’s any denim trend I’m recommending this summer, it’s white jeans. While light-wash and vintage-blue pairs will always have a place in our wardrobes, there’s something about crisp white denim that feels especially elevated during the warmer months.
That said, styling white jeans can seem like a little uncharted territory — especially when it comes to footwear pairings. As we’re moving away from boots and loafers and fully into sandal season, finding the perfect pair isn’t always as natural as it seems. But this week, while scrolling through Instagram in search of warm weather outfit inspiration, I came across the cute sandal trend that makes white jeans instantly look more sophisticated. Posting just in time for the change in seasons, Elsa Hosk styled her white jeans with simple brown sandals.
Instead of opting for stark black styles – or even the trending pop-of-red sandal fashion people are gravitating towards right now – the soft gray created a much more harmonious finish against the bright white denim. Still firmly within the neutral family, the rich, earthy tone adds warmth and depth to an outfit without compromising its versatility.
Keeping the rest of her outfit light with a boxy white T-shirt and oversized sunglasses, Hosk created an easy summer formula I know I’ll be relying on for months to come.
Scroll to shop my edit of the best white jeans and brown sandals inspired by Elsa’s dress below.
Buy white jeans and brown sandals:
H&M
wide high waist jeans
It also comes in 24 other colors.
white company
Tiki’s Lily Round Toe-Post Sandal
I’m counting on these before the hot summer.
Mango
Low-Rise Wideleg Jeans
The low-rise jeans trend shows no signs of slowing down.
These also come in two other colors.
massimo datti
Leather Toe Divider Sandals
The suede construction gives them such a high edge.
massimo datti
Straight-Leg High-Waist Jeans
Style with ballet flats or wear them with strappy sandals.
The chocolate brown color trend shows no signs of slowing down.
Marks and Spencer
Boyfriend Mid Rise Ankle Grazer Jeans
These come in five different leg lengths, so you can find your perfect fit.
A.Emery
Kinto Leather Flip Flops
Summer sandals from A.Emery are a favorite of fashionistas.
Improvement
Risa Adjustable Waist Baggy Jeans
White jeans are one summer outfit that can’t be compromised on.
