Life just hit peak casual. No more late-night clubbing, buzzy rooftop gatherings, or events that require formal getups. Instead, it's all about couch sitting, socially distant coffee dates, and farmer's market trips wearing nothing but yesterday's loungewear (on repeat). But now, as the weather gets nippy, we're ready to pair our cozy cable-knit sweaters with a different style of bottom that offers a little more oomph than our tired sweatpants: the oh-so-cool-and-classic black jeans.
Comfy, chic, universally flattering, and available in a surplus of versatile silhouettes that match just about any aesthetic, black denim is one of those wardrobe staples that transcend style and time. Whether your vibe is more grunge or glam and your budget tight or loose, there's a pair out there for you. And before you go a-searching, we already hunted the best ones down. Ahead, scroll into 20 pairs of black jeans worth shuffling into your peak-casual clothing rotation.
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Uniqlo High-Rise Boyfriend Jeans, $, available at Uniqlo
Reformation Cindy Bootleg Slit Hem Jeans, $, available at Reformation
Good American Curvy Skinny Cropped Jeans, $, available at Good American
ASOS DESIGN High Rise Stretch Straight-leg Jeans, $, available at ASOS
Agolde Toni Distressed Mid-rise Straight-leg Jeans, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Levi's Levi’s Wedgie Icon Jean, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Dressing for fall is a marathon, not a sprint. Although we experience the winter months every year, jacket fatigue inevitably occurs. Once the long-anticipated crispy day of the year hits, the urge to pull out all wool and puffer coats arrives in full-force. But pace yourself: You're going to be stuck wearing them for the next six months.
Since fall offers up the perfect in-between weather, we've rounded up 16 lightweight quilted jackets that will keep you from wearing that puffer until it's absolutely necessary. Plus, when winter arrives, these quilted pieces are light enough to wear as an extra layer. Coat layering may seem extreme when we're still dealing with 70-degree temperatures, but don't forget about last winter when we were trudging through five inches of snow on the way to work. (Most of us won't be doing the same this winter, but even in a pandemic, coats are still necessary.)
Lightweight quilted jackets are the equivalent of bringing your comforter everywhere. They're the portable blanket that ensures peak fall feelings, and they deserve a place in your closet. Click on to shop some of our favorites ahead.
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Zara Water And Wind Protection Puffer Coat, $, available at Zara
While spending $11,000 on a 3D-printed head like Jared Leto did for the Met Gala would be overkill, we can suggest some easier-to-manage costume ideas that still spell Fashion with a capital F.
Ahead, check out 8 fashion-forward Halloween costumes that are sure to get you that best-dressed award at every soiree come October 31st.
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Savage X Fenty Vol. 2 Show
Last week, Rihanna, along with some of her closest pals, including Paloma Elsesser, Lizzo, Normani, Bella Hadid, and Willow Smith, returned to the stage for the second annual Savage x Fenty runway show, which was released in over 200 countries via Amazon Prime Video. For the occasion, each of the many celebrity guests got dressed up in Savage x Fenty lingerie — some in bright colors, others in all black. And now, since every piece from the show is being sold on Amazon Prime and Savagex.com, you can do the same... on Halloween. To recreate the looks from the Vol. 2 show, just pick your favorite Savage x Fenty look and away you go.Photo: Kevin Mazur.
Savage x Fenty Savage Not Sorry Lace Bodysuit, $, available at Savage x Fenty
Savage x Fenty Commitment Issues Suspender Body Stocking, $, available at Savage x Fenty
Miuccia Prada & Raf Simons, Co-Creative Directors At Prada
When the news broke in February that Raf Simons would be joining Miuccia Prada as her co-creative director at Prada, the fashion world had high hopes — and the duo didn't disappoint. At Milan Fashion Week, during their first runway show as partners, Prada and Simons put forth the best qualities of their individual aesthetics, together forming an unstoppable fashion empire. So, naturally, we want to honor their hard work this Halloween. To recreate the two designers, as they told the world in a Q&A following the show, wear a white, pleated skirt with a blue sweater for Miuccia and black trousers and a shirt (yes, that's all he said) for Raf. Easy enough. Photo: Sean Zanni/Getty Images.
Uniqlo Supima Cotton Stretch Long-Sleeve Shirt, $, available at Uniqlo
Uniqlo Extra Fine Merino Ribbed Turtleneck Sweater, $, available at Uniqlo
Amazon Essentials Regular-Fit Long-Sleeve Poplin Shirt, $, available at Amazon
Gloria Vanderbilt Plus Size Amanda Trouser Pant, $, available at Amazon
Jared Leto at the Met Gala (& More Severed Heads)
Gucci's fall '18 runway show presented a handful of strange objects including, but not limited to, dragons, snakes, and chameleons. But of all the accessories carried throughout the show, the models carrying life-like replicas of their own heads were by far the most memorable of the night.
Following the show, Gucci brand ambassador Jared Leto recreated the cloning process by having a 3D printed replica of his own head crafted for the 2019 Met Gala red carpet... a task that apparently cost him around $11,000 (casual). But since you likely don't want to spend $10k+ on a virtual Halloween costume this year, we instead are suggesting you simply by a white face mask, tape a printed picture of your face to it, and attach it to a ball of some sort. And for extra credit, throw on a wig!
Fashionary Design Crystal Rhinestone Bra Body Chain, $, available at Etsy
Madewell Linen-Blend Ruffle-Cuff Wrap Dress, $, available at Madewell
Blick Creativity Street Pulp Masks, $, available at Blick
Naomi Campbell & Kate Moss Eating Ramen
There's no model/BFF duo more synonymous with fashion than Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell. So, of course, we're dying to spend a night in their shoes.
To nail their looks, we suggest going full '90s model off duty, a.k.a. baggy jeans, a simple camisole, and, naturally, a to-go cup of ramen and a Coca Cola can.
Coca-Cola Coca-Cola 12 Fl Oz Cans, $, available at Target
BDG Petite High-Waisted Baggy Jean – Medium Wash, $, available at Urban Outfitters
#GanniGirl
There's no combo more tied to Scandinavian style than a poofy, pastel dress and a pair of chunky sneakers. And while the number of brands coming out of Denmark continues to rise, none can quite compete with cult-classic label Ganni and their infamous #GanniGirls.
Ganni Seersucker Check Dress, $, available at Ganni
New Balance Grey Made In US 990 v5 Sneakers, $, available at SSENSE
Viktor & Rolf Memes
"Go F*ck Yourself", "Sorry I'm Late I Didn't Want To Come", "NO" — these are just a few of the messages that avant-garde brand Viktor & Rolf sent down their spring '19 haute couture runway in Paris last year. A year later, on the highly debated Netflix show Emily In Paris, similar dresses appeared, this time with phrases like "I am tacky" and "Basic" printed on them. To turn the viral gowns (and their 2020 remake) into Halloween costume infamy, grab any princess-like gown in your closet (or on the shelves of Spirit Halloween) and cut 'n' paste your sassy phrase of choice.
VeraQueen Off Shoulder Tulle Long Prom Dress, $, available at Amazon
OneJollyGift Personalized Embroidered Valentine Hearts, $, available at Amazon
The J.Lo Jungle Dress
It's been 20 years since J.Lo made history on the Grammy's red carpet donning a green Versace dress that's since become iconic. In honor of the anniversary of the "Jungle Dress", the Grammy-winning artist surprised MFW show-goers by modeling the dress at Versace's spring '20 show last year, thus sparking many to seek out the dress (or one like it) for their Halloween costumes. After all, who doesn't want to be J.Lo for a night?
Silverscreen Jennifer Lopez Sexy Color Poster Busty Dress, $, available at Amazon
Vince Camuto Lauralie Ankle Strap Sandal, $, available at Nordstrom
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