15 Ways to Wear Jeans and Cowboy Boots This Fall for a Western Chic Look

The Gist

• Paired with jeans, cowboy boots offer a versatile fall look that combines classic and modern styles.

• Combine different materials like faux animal skins, patent leathers, and soft suedes to keep the look fresh and stylish.

• Cuffing the jeans, or tucking them into the boots, will highlight the craftsmanship of the cowboy boots by showcasing details like cursive stitching and shiny embellishments, adding an extra flair to your outfit.

When Queen Bey herself wears it, you know it's gotta be good. Denim jeans and cowboy boots styled together have been a huge trend , and there are no signs of it slowing down. The classic cowboy uniform has been a staple in American fashion for over a century. New York City-based fashion stylist Liz Teich says, "This isn't a new idea, especially as we've seen cowboy boots the last few seasons, and this trend always seems to be one that returns year after year. Unlike Beyoncé's Texas-inspired styling (á la Louis Vuitton's men's fall show) recently and from what we saw from designers a few years ago, what will make them feel fresh is how they're styled."

While we all may not all be in Texas, cowboy boots are certainly made for walking and make for a fun and versatile accessory paired with any favorite trusty denim jeans. Not to mention, the greatest thing about jeans is that they seamlessly pair with any shoes, and that especially includes cowboy boots. "To make cowboy boots and jeans feel more current, we'll be seeing them styled in a less Western-inspired aesthetic, but mixed with other aesthetics," says Teich. 

The best thing about wearing cowboy boots with denim jeans is that they suit a huge range of styles, whether you're rocking your favorite band tee or looking for a more playful way to dress up your everyday denim. Jeans and cowboy boots are a match made in heaven, and there are endless ways to wear them, no matter what your aesthetic is.

Read on for 15 city chic ways to style jeans and cowboy boots this fall.

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Borrow From the Boys

Jeans and a basic top get a major upgrade when you add in an oversized menswear-inspired wool blazer . Play up how fun it is to be matchy-matchy by sporting teeny black lacquer sunnies, and shiny leather cowboy boots for cool-girl polish. Teich says this look is totally wearable, "This is personally how I wear them because it looks authentic to me (especially being from New York). These boots work well and add balance with the oversized blazer."

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Rock Your Best Western

Got a leather jacket that hasn't seen enough action yet? Add it along with a wide-brim cowboy hat and boots to go with your wide-leg dark-wash jeans for a look that works for brunch, and beyond. Teich says, "This works because it's literally taking a page out of that era, but also feels like something I would want to wear today. The sandwich styling of the hat and boots really brings your eye throughout the whole look." 

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Maintain a Monochromatic Moment

An easy way to maximize the impact of your pieces is to match them head-to-toe for a major monochromatic moment. White jeans and cowboy boots exude an undeniable, rich-looking appeal that proves that your sartorial prowess is no joke. This is a styling trick that can bring harmony to otherwise competing textures.

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Walk on the Wild Side

There's nothing subtle about wearing more than one animal print at a time, but it works like a charm when mixing your trusty ankle-length dark denim and brown cowboy boots. It's a look that feels just as daring as it is polished. Teich says, "This styling feels very reminiscent of a French girl take on the cowboy boot. Animal prints will also be everywhere this spring, so adding a boot that's inspired by a cowboy boot, rather than an actual cowboy boot, will feel intentional instead of over the top with the trends." 

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Mix and Match

From faux animal skins, patent leathers, and soft suedes there's a myriad of cowboy boots to choose from that you can mix and match with your jeans. While there's no shame keeping everything the same with your outfit, we're of the mind that adding contrasting textiles keeps things interesting and stylish.

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Play With Ladylike Layers

Want to look like Princess Di? Teich says, "This look feels very reminiscent of Lady Di mixing classic prep with the cowboy boots. We'll be seeing a lot of mixing genres/styles this coming season and this is a prime example of one that works, especially as a riding boot would feel expected."

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Nod to (Western) Nostalgia

Teich loves a look that works seamlessly but nods to classic Western fashion. "The lady-like bag and the button-down shirt give it an unexpected twist that is refreshing and modern but doesn't feel like a costume." Not to mention the added benefit of getting dressed quickly when things match.

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Lighten Things Up

A light caramel suede cowboy boot can bring tons of warmth and depth to even the simplest of outfits, like the above tee and jeans combo. The soft brown tones will bring a light sophistication to otherwise gloomy fall days.

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Pull Out the Skinny Jeans

Take your skinny jeans out of retirement and pair them with punchy plaid tops of fabulous flannels. While baggy jeans are certainly seeing a resurgence, skinnies will never be fully put to rest.

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Keep it Roomy

Jeans and a cowboy boot clean up beautifully. Pair wider leg, light wash denim with a beige cowboy boot and minimal accessories for a fresh and refined look. Teich says, "This look is so classic, and the cowboy boot is really not a new style, so it doesn't scream an era. What makes it feel current is the way it's paired with clean silhouettes and a wider leg jean."

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Straighten Out

For those often toeing the line between skinny jeans and wider silhouettes, know that you don't have to settle just to wear a pair of cowboy boots. Straight-leg jeans pair just as beautifully with the western footwear, possibly even moreso, as the looser lines add a more relaxed aesthetic.

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Cuff It

There's an incredible amount of craftsmanship that goes into every pair of cowboy boots so why not show it off by cuffing your jeans? Sure the country saying goes that you can always spot a city dweller by the way they don't wear their jeans over their boots but there's just too many fun details like cursive stitching, shiny embellishments, and luxe fabrics not to show off.

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Opt for a Total Look

Going full-blown denim on denim doesn't have to look like Britney and Justin. Teich says, "Denim on denim will be major this coming season, especially matching sets, so adding a cowboy boot can make it feel extra current." Opt for an all-denim blazer and coordinating flared pants for a look that feels like a modern version of the Canadian tuxedo . 

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Button Up

Vests are a staple of western style. Though the traditional cowboy vest is often of a hardy denim or equally functional textile, this more dapper approach still honors it origins. The pinstripe vest offers a more elevated addition while the dark denim and cowboy boots ground the look.

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Experiment With Proportions

Jeans and cowboy boots are a natural pairing, and that goes for denim bottoms of myriad varieties. Case and point: the cropped iteration above. They're ideal for flaunting a statement pair of cowboy boots (as well as a hint of skin).

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