5 Everyday Warm Staples You Can Wear With Jeans

Tons of outfit inspiration ahead.

written by

Jo Rosenthal

updated Apr 12, 2021

woman in jeans — @alyssainthecity

I’d be lying if I said I didn’t wear jeans every day—so much so, I like to think I’ve mastered the art of finding the perfect top or dress to go with any pair of jeans. I’ve scoured Etsy, eBay, and the streets of NYC, looking for jeans to match my mood, closet, and so much more. What started as an idea turned into outfits upon outfits that changed the way I felt about myself when I left the house. One could say I am a little denim obsessed. And with that, obsessed with outfit pairings with said jeans.

Another thing about me: I always run cold. So, I've had to figure out some easy, warm closet staples I can always throw on when the breeze hits. Ahead, find your new favorite layers to pair with denim.

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Tunics

The tunic is the fashion equivalent of saying, "I couldn’t decide if I wanted to wear a dress or pants today." It's also the perfect layering piece to keep you warm. That said, you can pair it with bike shorts, a skirt, or wear it as a mini dress when it's warm out as well.

Simply Be Tunic Top

Asos Simply Be Tunic Top $40

Softest Touch Cowl-Neck Tunic

Lane Bryant Softest Touch Cowl-Neck Tunic $26

Starting Waves Tunic

Free People Starting Waves Tunic $50

Urban Outfitters Tunic

Urban Outfitters Mock Neck Tunic $79

(Re)sponsible Henley Tunic Shirt

Madewell (Re)sponsible Henley Tunic Shirt $80

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Crop Tops

My mother always says, "It’s better to dress warm than dress cute." She's right, but I can’t help but fall in love with a crop top every time I see one. So, the best of both worlds is to use your crop top as another layering piece (or alone once it's warm enough).

Puff Sleeve Crop Top

Good American Puff Sleeve Crop Top $72

Circle Bust Knit Tee

Orseund Iris Circle Bust Knit Tee $195

Plus White Tie Front Ruched Blouse

PrettyLittleThing Plus White Tie Front Ruched Blouse $25

Plus Knot Front Crop Top

In The Style Plus Knot Front Crop Top $23

L Space Sunseeker Chenille Crop Top

Anthropologie L Space Sunseeker Chenille Crop Top $99

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Sweaters

Ah, the savior to every wardrobe: the sweater. Dress it up, down, layer it, wear it solo—the possibilities are endless. Because sweaters come in so many varieties, it's fun and easy to switch it up with different, fun styles and textures.

Extra Long Sleeve Cardigan

YanYan Extra Long Sleeve Cardigan $425

Checkered Cardigan

Calle Del Mar Checkered Cardigan $350

Shrimps Elisa Jumper $575

Plus Size Fine Gauge Cotton Crewneck Sweater

Land's End Plus Size Fine Gauge Cotton Crewneck Sweater $38

Rainbow Stripe Sweater

Torrid Rainbow Stripe Sweater $32

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Long Sleeves

Every fall, we can’t wait to bring out our long sleeves. When you don’t feel like going for a sweater, the long sleeve shirt is the perfect antidote (as well as an effective cold-weather layering piece).

Signature Long Sleeve

Re Ona Signature Long Sleeve $75

We The Free Arden Tee

Free People We The Free Arden Tee $58

Rainbow Star Long Sleeve Crew Tee

Torrid Rainbow Star Long Sleeve Crew Tee $25

El Valle Check Long Sleeve Top

Lisa Says Gah El Valle Check Long Sleeve Top $159

Capucine Long Sleeve Tee

Rta Capucine Long Sleeve Tee $265

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T-Shirts

T-shirts are the long-sleeve shirt's sexy cousin. Whether it’s graphic or your favorite plain white tee, this piece is a staple for any the wardrobe of any season. (I'm wearing one right now.)

Classic "Snoopy & Woodstock Love" Tee

ReDone Classic "Snoopy & Woodstock Love" Tee $125

Colorado Springs Baby Tee

UO Colorado Springs Baby Tee $34

White Kestan T-Shirt

Daily Paper White Kestan T-Shirt $66

Mr. Larkin Omo Tee $220

Mock Neck Short-Sleeve Tee

Pyer Moss Mock Neck Short-Sleeve Tee $125

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