What Jeans Go With a Red Sweater?

Whether your sweater is poppy red or a deep, sultry scarlet, choosing jeans to pair with this spotlight-attracting garment may seem like a tall order since your sweater is anything but neutral. Luckily, red pairs well with a variety of jeans, from classic options to more fashion-forward, edgy selections. Make the most of the attention your already bold look is likely to receive by adding denim that reflects your personal style, from preppy to urban chic.

Classic

Channel the sexy sweater-and-jeans looks of '60s bombshells -- think Brigitte Bardot -- and throw on an oversized red sweater with a classic pair of blue jeans. For example, pull on a bright red fisherman's sweater that falls past your natural waistline with a pair of deep blue skinny jeans. Add black ankle boots with chunky heels for the finish. Or, pull on a red sweater that hits at your waist with dark trouser jeans or flared jeans for a retro-inspired look. Add the same boots and you're good to go.

Go Tonal

When you're really in the mood to make a bold statement, go for a tonal appearance by reaching for a pair of jeans in a red hue that is one to two shades lighter or darker than your sweater. Imagine you're wearing a poppy-red cowl-neck sweater. Slip into a pair of straight-leg or skinny jeans one shade darker and add black or nude pumps for a chic look. Or, slide your feet into black flats to keep things polished yet casual.

Boyfriend Chic

Play up the cozy, rough-and-tumble vibe of a red crewneck sweater -- a chunky knit is ideal -- by playing around with rugged styling that pushes your look into an Americana vibe. Start with a raglan-sleeve sweater with a banded hem that covers the waistline of your jeans. Pull on light or medium-blue boyfriend style jeans, preferably distressed with a tear or two. Pop your feet into a pair of medium-brown moccasins for a laid-back finish or chunky brown ankle boots. If your jeans seem to pile awkwardly over your boots, create a couple messy, slim folds for a more visually pleasing finish.

Color Contrast

Make your sweater really pops by adding some heavy visual contrast. For a more conservative, classic approach to this style, pull on a pair of super-saturated black jeans under an oversized, vivid red sweater. Add black, streamlined leather ankle boots, pumps or flats. Or, for spring, reach for a pair of white jeans with a tomato-red sweater. Skinny or straight-leg jeans are ideal. Add nude or brushed-metallic sandals and let that sweater stand center stage.

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