Outfit Ideas for Black Cargo Skinny Jeans

Cargo skinny jeans are a wardrobe must-have for any woman looking to add a masculine edge to an outfit without losing feminine appeal. The slim leg, front slash pockets and seamless back pockets give the skinny cargo pant a figure-flattering effect -- like leggings -- but with more texture and thicker stretch fabric that tends to slenderize. Cargos are as comfortable as a standard skinny jean, but with more personality because of the side cargo pockets and other stylish details such as zippers. Black cargos will give you the most versatility, and work for just about any occasion.

Day Wear, Play Wear

Put on a pair of skinny black cargos, a basic white or gray V-neck tee and a pair of Converse-type tennis shoes, and you've constructed an outfit that is not only cute but also entirely comfortable. Add a chunky stainless-steel watch and a long-chained pendant necklace to complete the look.

What Works for Work

To "office-proof" your black skinny cargos, add a dark blazer and buttondown blouse, or any collared shirt. Most cargo pants are cut mid- or low-rise at the waist, so be careful to choose a shirt long enough to either tuck in or, if left out, reach the hip. A pair of leather Oxfords or flat loafers will keep this outfit appropriate, professional and comfortable for a long work day.

An Outfit Made for Happy Hour

The key to wearing a utilitarian-type slim cargo pant is to keep the other elements light and feminine. Tuck a long-sleeved, flowy, blouse into the jeans and tie all the elements together with a slender belt. Complete the look with a pair of wedge sandals, and your cargos are good-to-go out.

Dress Them Up for a Date

For evening, pair your dark cargos with a sequined racerback tank top. Accessorize with a pair of classic suede stiletto pumps and a stack of metal bangles. This is the best kind of mixed message, as the masculine and feminine elements balance each other out beautifully.

Handle with Care

A black cargo pant, like dark denim, is appropriate for any season and many occasions, so it may get a few uses in a week. Washing them inside out and in cold or warm water will keep the black from fading quickly.

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