
People in Paris are always in the know about what’s happening in the fashion world—which designer to watch, which trend to add to your closet before everyone else does, which item will sell out in a few weeks, and which elevated basics work the hardest. They know the latter especially well because the city is famous for its anti-trend approach to dressing. So if you were to ask someone there right now what one of the most important denim trends for fall is, without hesitation, they would tell you black jeans. Now ask them what shoes pair best with them, and that answer might surprise you. Take Elsa Hosk’s outfit, for example.
This week, Hosk took to Instagram to share a few pictures taken on the streets of Paris. In each one, she wore a black denim ensemble: slim-straight jeans, a black silk top with a plunging V-neck, a white silk scarf draped around her neck, oversize sunglasses, and a black belt. To finish, she added a vintage Hermès Kelly Bag and white Reebok sneakers.
On Elsa Hosk: Reebok x Hed Mayner sneakers; Hermès bag
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Yes, you read that right: The fashion icon styled black straight-leg jeans with white sneakers in Paris. But if we think about it a little more, it makes total sense. While Paris fashion is known for its elegance, it’s also focused a lot on comfort and ease. That’s exactly what the sneakers provide. They’re practical for walking around the city, and the white color feels fresh and crisp against the rest of the black pieces. Then the silk top and designer bag add sophisticated elements, balancing out the shoes’ casualness.
If you’re inspired to wear black jeans this fall and style them with white sneakers, keep scrolling. Ahead, I’ve rounded up the best styles to help you look as chic as Hosk.
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Gap
Low Rise ’90s Slim Straight Jeans
My friends and I were just talking about how no one should sleep on Gap’s denim.
Why have I never seen these before? They almost look like Maison Margiela.
AGOLDE
90s Pinch Straight Jeans
Polo Ralph Lauren
The Suede Pony Ballerina Sneaker
Leave it to Ralph Lauren to make the chicest white sneakers.
These jeans, created in collaboration with Amelia Gray, keep selling out for a reason.
Miu Miu
Plume Nappa Leather Sneakers
Levi’s
Superlow Bootcut Jeans
Levi’s on sale? Say less.
I can’t believe that these are still in stock.
DL1961
Kristy High Rise Cigarette Sculptsystem Jeans – Black (vintage)
This pair features a special technology that sculpts your waist, seat, and thighs.
Veja
Volley Signature Sneakers
These never go out of style.








