For a sleek and professional look, stick with dark-wash jeans and a blazer in a dark, neutral color and simple cut, as I did here.  

While you could style this pairing with any professional-looking top (or perhaps even a t-shirt, depending on how casual your workplace is), I chose to go a little more daring and add a denim shirt. And, while the idea of wearing a Canadian tuxedo to work might seem intimidating, all that you really need to keep in mind is: 1) your top should be a very different color from your bottoms; and 2) just like your bottoms, your top should be streamlined and classic.

For jewelry, I chose these fun Poppy-shaped earrings and cute bow bangle, along with a sophisticated pendant necklace. I also chose a timeless cross-body bag in a shade of midnight-blue for a dose of coolness. 

Finally, because the outfit is monochromatic, I decided to jazz things up a little and round out the look with a pair of bright yellow driving moccasins, along with a Nars lip pencil in an upbeat fuchsia shade. 

Jeans for Work Outfit #2

Products: Sweater – Nordstrom, Heels – Lord & Taylor, Jeans – Everlane, Charm Bracelet – Nordstrom, Marquise Bracelet – Nordstrom, Rose Gold Bracelet – Nordstrom, Ring – Sole Society, Necklace – Revolve, Hair Clip – Nordstrom, Watch – Overstock, Tote – Sole Society, Earrings – Shopbop

When paired with soft, pretty basics, such as a gorgeous peach-pink sweater and beige block-heel pumps, light-wash slim-fit boyfriend jeans go from casual to work-ready.  

Add some dainty jewelry — think delicate layered bracelets, a multi-strand lariat necklace, a signet ring, a feminine watch, and double-pearl earrings — for a beautiful and chic aesthetic that’s understatedly trendy.

Put your hair back in either a sleek ponytail or a half-ponytail using a Gucci-inspired hair clip for an extra touch of polish.