When it comes to celebrity style inspiration, I look to different people for different things. If I’m in need of sleek office outfits I’ll turn to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. If I’m searching for a partywear refresh, I’ll probably consult Laura Harrier. And if I’m after some day-to-day ideas, I’ll turn to Rochelle Humes.
Championing jeans in her wardrobe with the same fervour as I do, I often check in with Humes via social media to see how she’s invigorating her denim collection with new-season pairings throughout the year. Having spent a fair amount of time studying her looks, I’ve come to recognise some recurring themes. Humes has bid farewell to any semblance of a skinny silhouette and has instead been leaning on wide-leg and baggy styles of late, experimenting with colours and shapes rather than fit.
On the shoe side, it’s clear that she has some favourites. Mixing and matching her go-to jeans and shoes in myriad ways, the singer isn’t short of chic capsule-wardrobe styling inspiration. Read on to discover four jeans and shoe pairings that Rochelle Humes has been relying on this summer, and give your own jeans outfits a new lease of life with some fresh picks.
4 JEANS AND SHOE PAIRINGS I’M STEALING FROM ROCHELLE HUMES
1. MID-WASH DENIM + MARY JANES
Style Notes: Although I’m partial to light-wash jeans, my heart remains true to the most classic of washes—the perfect shade of mid-blue denim. And apparently, Humes’ feels the same. Styling her mid-wash jeans with a pair of pretty Mary Janes, the singer pulled together a comfortable ensemble that’s so easy to emulate with a few basic buys. This is a look I’ll be re-creating stat.
SHOP MID-WASH JEANS AND MARY JANES:
H&M
Wide High Jeans in Denim Blue
Do double-denim with a matching button-down or wear with a boxy tee.
Miu Miu
Satin Ballet Flats
This pretty style features ruched toes, a delicate bow detail and an elastic strap.
Reformation
Cynthia High Rise Straight Long Jeans in Lanier
These come in sizes 23–34.
& Other Stories
Square-Toe Ballet Flats
We’re loving chocolate brown for summer.
2. COLOURFUL JEANS + FLIP-FLOPS
Style Notes: Colourful jeans are an approachable way to awaken your summer wardrobe, and Humes’ pretty pink pair has inspired me to shop the trend. Wearing her statement jeans with a light flip-flop sandal, Humes brought a casual element to her eye-catching outfit.
SHOP COLOURFUL JEANS + FLIP-FLOPS:
Hush
Remy Straight Slouch Jeans
This soft pink shade styles well with brown and burgundy tones.
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandal
These also come in six other shades.
Rouje
Madeleine Jeans in Rose
I haven’t come across many pairs in this rose shade.
Jeffrey Campbell
Flying Private Flip Flops
3. WIDE-LEG JEANS + HEELED SANDALS
Style Notes: Wide-leg jeans are a wardrobe non-negotiable for Humes, who incorporates them in so many of her strongest looks. To give this ultra-relaxed trouser trend a dressed-up finish, style with heeled sandals and a boxy blazer, and you’re ready in an instant.
SHOP WIDE-LEG JEANS + HEELED SANDALS:
COS
Tide Jeans in Washed Black
These also come in pink, blue and ecru.
Aeyde
Wilma Leather Sandals
These chic sandals toe the line between smart and casual.
& Other Stories
Wide Jeans
Every great wardrobe includes a pair of wide-leg jeans.
Toteme
Leather Thong Sandals
These will comfortably see you through summer events that require a heel.
4. HORSESHOE JEANS + TWO-TONE SHOES
Style Notes: The horseshoe jeans trend has been growing this summer, offering a sculptural silhouette that celebrities have been gravitating towards since its debut. To give the trending style a classic twist, wear with a timeless two-tone shoe for a chic pairing that you can come back to in any season.
SHOP HORSESHOE JEANS + TWO-TONE SHOES:
Free People
We The Free Good Luck Mid-Rise Barrel Jeans
These come in 10 different sizes and three different lengths.
Alohas
Cream Lindy Leather Heels
The 4.5cm heel adds some extra height without sacrificing comfort.
Citizens Of Humanity
Horseshoe Frayed High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans
A dramatic silhouette that will liven up any tired jeans rotation.
Aquazzura
French Flirt 35 Two-Tone Metallic Leather Mary Jane Pumps in Silver