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High-Waisted Jeans That Make You Look Six Feet Tall

High-rise denim converted me completely — I can't go back to low-rise styles anymore. Here's why I'm hooked on these jeans.

High-Waisted Jeans That Make You Look Six Feet Tall

After trying these, low-rise jeans are officially a thing of the past!

I've recently fallen head over heels for high-waisted denim. Skinny cuts, tailored silhouettes, straight legs, boyfriend fits — no matter the shape, if the waistband sits high, I'm buying. Normally I leave my tops untucked, yet with this rise, the combination just works. The jeans elongate my frame, sculpt my figure, and look effortlessly chic. They pair beautifully with knit sweaters, crisp button-downs, flowy blouses, and so many other pieces. My real height is 5'4, but in these jeans I feel like I tower at six feet tall!

My obsession grew strong enough that I purchased three pairs (a dark wash, a medium blue, and a light blue). The fabric has plenty of stretch, the fit feels wonderfully comfortable, and they pair just as well with heels as with sneakers. I hope you enjoy the styling ideas and thank you so much for reading!

Stillness speaks louder than mere quiet.

– OUTFIT –

Coat | Burberry coat (similar Ralph Lauren coat, under $210)Top | Zara sweaterBottom | Zara high-rise jeansShoes | Gucci mirror T-strap pumps (purchased secondhand on The Real Real!)Bag | Saint Laurent bagAccessories | striped sheer socks: YesStyle, COS, Wolford & Ray-Ban sunglasses

Thank you so much for reading!

First appeared on wendyslookbook.com

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