What goes around comes around, and that’s true of even the most controversial fashion trends of decades past. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that one of the more contentious styles of the 2000s, low rise jeans, are now making a comeback.

Understandably, you might have less than positive associations with low rise jeans. This is primarily in thanks to their sister trend… the whale tail (shudder).

But, when styled the right way, low rise jeans can not only look modern, but also classy and chic.

If you’ve got no clue how to wear low rise jeans, I put together three cute looks as inspiration. Hopefully these outfits will inspire you to give the trend a second chance.

{See Related: The Hottest Denim Trends of 2020}

Keep scrolling for my outfit picks!

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Low Rise Jeans Outfit #1

Products: Shirt – Mango, Espadrilles – Old Navy, Jeans – Old Navy, Earrings – Shopbop, Sunglasses – Mango, Bag – Mango

This outfit features simple elements and clean lines. It’s perfect for those who are looking for how to wear low rise jeans in a more classic and timeless way than typically associated with the trend.

To begin, put on a crisp white puff sleeve shirt cut in the a-line silhouette. Next, add a pair of low rise skinny jeans in dark wash.

Keep jewelry and other accessories to a minimum to keep it classy. I picked out a pair of chunky mini gold hoops, along with oversized black sunglasses.

Choose a simple shoe style like these striped espadrilles and grab a woven bucket bag. Now you’re all set!

Low Rise Jeans Outfit #2

Products: Polo – Madewell, Jacket – Gap, Jeans – H&M, Necklace – Madewell, Bag – Madewell, Sneakers – Madewell

If you were a fan of the preppy trend that dominated much of 2000’s and want to know how to wear low rise jeans in that way, look no further.