How to Wear Wide-Leg Jeans This Winter

I have been loving full-length wide-leg jeans this year! Today, I want to share how to wear wide-leg jeans this winter, featuring the Quince Bella Stretch Wide-Leg Jeans.

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Quince Bella Stretch Wide-Leg Jeans

Every season, my taste in jeans shifts just slightly. I still love all styles, but I usually have one favorite that I wear on repeat for a few months. Currently, my go-to style is full-length wide-leg jeans. This is a silhouette I haven’t always loved—because I’m 5’1″, it’s always been hard for me to find a petite-friendly full-length jean that fits well. More often than not, they’re too long.

This fall, I’ve been really loving Quince jeans, and I recently purchased the Bella Stretch Wide-Leg Jeans. I truly love the fit of these jeans. The way they fit through the hips and thighs is key when wearing wide-leg jeans, especially if you’re on the shorter side. They have a 10-inch rise, which I could go an inch higher, but overall, the high-rise fit works well. They also come in four different lengths to choose from. I went with the 28-inch inseam because it’s long enough to wear with a heel, but short enough not to drag on the ground with flats or sneakers.

These jeans come in a variety of washes and color options. I chose the midnight blue wash because I’m really loving darker denim this winter. Below are four different ways I’ll be wearing these wide-leg jeans this season!

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How to Wear Wide-Leg Jeans

Outfit 1: Polished Fitted Top + Ballet Flats

This fitted, elevated basic top from Walmart is a great option for styling dark wide-leg jeans. Pairing a more fitted top with full-length wide-leg denim helps balance the silhouette, which is especially important for petite body types. I styled this outfit with Mary Jane flats, a shoe style that works well with wider-leg jeans because it helps create an elongating effect.

Ballet flats can be tricky to wear with wide-leg jeans—particularly if you’re petite—but choosing a pair with a pointed toe or low profile can help lengthen the look of your legs. When styled correctly, flats can be a comfortable and stylish shoe option for full-length wide-leg jeans.
(Read more about the best shoe pairings for full-length wide-leg jeans here.)

Top (small) || Jeans (25/28″ inseam) || Shoes || Purse (similar) || Belt || Necklace

Outfit 2: Timeless White Button Down + Tall Boots

A white button-down paired with dark wide-leg jeans is a timeless, classic outfit combination. A structured button-down helps balance the volume of full-length wide-leg denim, making this an easy and polished look for winter. My favorite white button-down is from Amazon, but since it’s currently sold out, I’ve linked several similar options that offer the same classic fit and versatility.

For shoes, I styled this outfit with tall heeled boots worn underneath the wide-leg jeans. Wearing tall boots under wide-leg jeans is one of my favorite winter shoe tricks—they keep your legs warm while making your boots more versatile and wearable throughout the season. To add interest and break up the neutrals, I finished the look with a printed belt. This vintage belt is a hand-me-down from my mom’s closet from the 1990s and adds the perfect pop of pattern to an otherwise classic outfit.

Blouse (similar) || Jeans (25/28″ inseam) || Boots (7.5) || Purse (similar) || Belt (similar) || Necklace

Outfit 3: Cozy Sweater + Booties

I love wearing a cozy sweater with wide-leg jeans during the winter months. A soft, slightly relaxed sweater pairs perfectly with full-length wide-leg denim, creating a comfortable yet polished cold-weather outfit. This sweater is from Walmart, and I love how soft and wearable it is for everyday winter outfits.

For shoes, I styled this look with ankle booties from Amazon. These booties are a great option to wear with wide-leg jeans because the heel adds subtle height and helps elongate the leg line. I love the color, the style, and the price—plus, they’re surprisingly comfortable. I put them to the test on a recent family outing with a lot of walking and had zero issues, making them a practical and stylish choice for winter.

Sweater (small) || Jeans (25/28″ inseam) || Booties (7.5) || Belt || Necklace || Purse

Outfit 4: Casual Hoodie + Sneakers

For my final look, I kept things casual by pairing these wide-leg jeans with my cozy Abercrombie hoodie. This outfit has become one of my favorite go-to winter weekday looks. The wide-leg jeans elevate the relaxed hoodie, while the sweatshirt brings all the cozy, effortless vibes. I finished the look with my classic Adidas Sambas—my favorite sneakers to wear with wide-leg jeans for a stylish, laid-back feel.

Sweatshirt (small) || Jeans (25/28″ inseam) || Shoes (7, size down half size) || Purse– Large