Words like effortless and no-fuss are often associated with Parisian style. (You know, je ne sais quoi.) As a result, French girls routinely turn to items like basics that are easy in nature to create their covetable looks. And yes, jeans are one of the basics that are always a go-to.
While this set will style their jeans with a variety of pieces, it’s often other basics that complete their chicest ensembles. For spring 2024, there are a few key elevated basics people in Paris will wear with jeans to create those modern silhouettes.
Keep scrolling for visual inspiration highlighting the best spring basics to wear with jeans, as showcased by some of the chicest women in Paris. You’ll also uncover shopping recommendations if you’re interested in adding fresh basics to your wardrobe.
Country Jackets
Country jackets are quickly becoming a key staple for the season, and Parisians have been leaning into the look more and more. The jacket style feels effortless and particularly forward. It’s also quite versatile, so it pairs perfectly with any denim cut.
Shop Country Jackets and Jeans
Zara
Combination Quilted Jacket
J.Crew
Heritage Barn Jacket
Barbour
Gosford Velvet Collar Quilted Jacket
Levi’s
501 ’90s Straight Leg Jeans
Blue Button-Up Shirts
Red will continue to be an It hue of the season, but shades of blue (mainly icy and French blue shades) will also be front-runners—especially on the basics front. A blue-top–and-jeans combo is a no-fail.
Shop Button-Down Shirts and Jeans
Open Edit
Button Down Shirt
Banana Republic
The Perfect Shirt
Pari Passu
Oxford Button-Front Shirt
Reformation
Andy Oversized Shirt
Brooks Brothers
Classic-Fit Cotton Oxford Shirt
Agolde
Dame High Waist Wide Leg Organic Cotton Jeans
V-Neck Sweaters
For those chillier spring days, a V-neck sweater is a go-to pick paired with denim. While wearing one with jeans is perfect, you could also consider one with a jacket on top or tie it around your shoulders as an alt to a scarf.
Shop Sweaters and Jeans
Banana Republic
Caro Lightweight Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
Noisy May
Balance Drop Shoulder V-Neck Sweater
Vince
Weekend V-Neck Cashmere Sweater
Mango
V-Neck Knit Sweater
Mother
The Bookie Heel Bootcut Jeans
Tailored Blazers
One uniform Parisians wear on repeat involves a blazer and jeans. Yes, relaxed blazers are still popular, but tailored blazers (double-breasted or cinched-in blazers) are a standout for the season for a polished and streamlined silhouette.
Shop Blazers and Jeans
H&M
Double-Breasted Blazer
Nordstrom
Novelty One-Button Blazer
& Other Stories
Tailored Wide-Shoulder Blazer
COS
The Waisted Linen Blazer
Madewell
The Plus Curvy ’90s Straight Jeans
Leather Jackets
It’s no secret that a leather jacket will bring that touch of cool to an ensemble, particularly a more lived-in and relaxed silhouette. The beauty of a trusty leather jacket is that it can work with a range of outfits (ahem, denim looks). That versatility aspect is the making of a great basic.
Shop Leather Jackets and Jeans
Topshop
Faux Leather Bomber Jacket
Endless Rose
Faux Leather Bomber Jacket
Anine Bing
Kelanie Jacket
BDG Urban Outfitters
Wadded Faux Leather Jacket
Desigual
Henry Faux Leather Jacket With Removable Sleeves
Levi’s
Wedgie Straight Jeans
