Rosy Rebel: Urban Chic with a Romantic Edge

Casual-edgy outfit featuring red cropped sweater, black rose-embroidered jeans, white eye-motif sneakers, black backpack, round sunglasses, and silver watch
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Casual-edgy outfit featuring red cropped sweater, black rose-embroidered jeans, white eye-motif sneakers, black backpack, round sunglasses, and silver watch

The Perfect Blend of Edge and Romance

This outfit will add a dash of glamour to your day while keeping you comfortably cool! I'm absolutely in love with how this ensemble balances edgy streetwear with romantic details. The distressed red crop sweater creates an effortlessly cool vibe, while those black jeans with embroidered roses add such a beautiful feminine touch I can't get enough of this combination!

Breaking Down the Magic

  • That red cropped sweater with strategic distressing is giving me major fashion forward vibes
  • Black jeans with red rose embellishments literally artwork you can wear!
  • Those playful white sneakers with eye motifs add the perfect quirky touch
  • The structured black backpack brings practicality without sacrificing style
  • Round burgundy sunglasses and silver watch elevate the whole look

Styling Tips & Tricks

Trust me, you'll want to keep your hair slightly messy with this one I'd suggest a tousled look to complement the edgy casual vibe. The high waisted jeans perfectly balance the cropped sweater, and I'd recommend rolling the cuffs once or twice for an extra style punch.

Perfect For...

I can see you rocking this at art gallery openings, coffee dates, or casual Friday at a creative workplace. It's ideal for spring and fall, but you can easily winterize it with a leather jacket or make it summer appropriate by swapping the sweater for a graphic tee.

Comfort & Practicality

You'll love how the stretchy jeans move with you all day! I always suggest carrying a small lint roller in the backpack those black jeans can be dust magnets. The sneakers will keep you comfortable during long walks, and the backpack has plenty of room for daily essentials.

Budget Friendly Options

While the original pieces might be investment pieces, I've found similar rose embellished jeans at H&M and Zara. The key is to focus on the red and black color story you can easily recreate this look with patches or even DIY rose appliques!

Care & Maintenance

Hand wash that gorgeous sweater to maintain its shape, and spot clean the embroidered jeans when possible. I've learned that hanging the jeans to dry helps preserve the embellishments trust me on this one!

Confidence Boost

What I absolutely adore about this outfit is how it makes a statement while remaining totally wearable. The mix of tough and tender elements creates such an interesting personality statement. You'll feel like you can conquer anything while staying true to your artistic side!

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LiveLife-Well_555 commented LiveLife-Well_555 5 months ago

Could work for so many different occasions

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OOTD_Star_101 commented OOTD_Star_101 5 months ago

The backpack really pulls it all together

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Sloane99 commented Sloane99 5 months ago

My sister has those jeans and they look even better in person

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Selma_Breeze commented Selma_Breeze 5 months ago

Great everyday style

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Brooklyn_Breeze commented Brooklyn_Breeze 5 months ago

I'd add a choker necklace to complete the look

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Trendy-Palette commented Trendy-Palette 5 months ago

The mix of casual and edgy is perfect

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ZenVibesOnly commented ZenVibesOnly 5 months ago

Just bought a similar sweater in burgundy and I'm obsessed

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Balanced-Bliss_888 commented Balanced-Bliss_888 5 months ago

Do you think ankle boots would work instead of sneakers for fall?

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MaeveX commented MaeveX 5 months ago

Need this whole look asap

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CelesteM commented CelesteM 5 months ago

Wonder if a white crop top would work just as well for summer?

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TheGood-Life_Vibes_101 commented TheGood-Life_Vibes_101 6 months ago

This outfit screams confidence to me

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Beverly_Spark commented Beverly_Spark 6 months ago

I've seen similar rose jeans at Forever 21 for anyone looking for a budget option

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DreamBiggerToday commented DreamBiggerToday 6 months ago

The proportions are perfect

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Liana-Wright commented Liana-Wright 6 months ago

Would look amazing with a messy bun and some gold hoops

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ReginaH commented ReginaH 6 months ago

I need those sunnies in my life! The round shape is perfect for summer

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Margot_Spring commented Margot_Spring 6 months ago

Such a cool vibe

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Opal_Whisper commented Opal_Whisper 6 months ago

Anyone know how to care for embroidered jeans? I'm always worried about washing mine

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WillaS commented WillaS 6 months ago

Might try this with my white sneakers until I can find the eye ones

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Serenity-Scott commented Serenity-Scott 6 months ago

The sunglasses really complement the outfit's color scheme

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IvyB commented IvyB 6 months ago

I would probably add a denim jacket for cooler days

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Vintage_Fits_05 commented Vintage_Fits_05 6 months ago

Those jeans are stunning

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Eva_Marie commented Eva_Marie 7 months ago

The backpack is so practical but still looks super fashionable

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Jillian_Lavish commented Jillian_Lavish 7 months ago

You could totally dress this up with heels for a night out

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TheCozyMinimalist commented TheCozyMinimalist 7 months ago

What would you wear for jewelry with this? I'm thinking minimal silver pieces

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Jemma-Yates commented Jemma-Yates 7 months ago

I love how the watch adds a subtle sophistication to the casual outfit

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PeacefulMindset commented PeacefulMindset 7 months ago

The accessories make it pop

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MotivationDaily commented MotivationDaily 7 months ago

Could you swap the red sweater for a black one? Or would that be too much black?

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Gabriella_Journey commented Gabriella_Journey 7 months ago

My friend has those eye sneakers and they always get so many compliments when she wears them

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Isla_Daydream commented Isla_Daydream 7 months ago

I tried rolling the jeans like suggested and it really does make the outfit look more put together

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LaceyM commented LaceyM 7 months ago

Obsessed with this look

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PowerOfNow commented PowerOfNow 7 months ago

Would this work with combat boots instead of sneakers? I'm thinking for a winter version

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Miranda_Sky commented Miranda_Sky 7 months ago

The contrast between edgy and romantic is fantastic

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PenelopeXo commented PenelopeXo 7 months ago

I actually own that backpack and it fits my laptop perfectly while still looking stylish

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Dahlia_Rain commented Dahlia_Rain 7 months ago

Perfect street style vibes

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Renata99 commented Renata99 7 months ago

Has anyone seen similar jeans at Zara lately? I've been looking everywhere

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SelfCare_Sanctuary_42 commented SelfCare_Sanctuary_42 7 months ago

I love how the watch dresses it up just enough without being too formal. I wear mine with everything!

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Fashion_Edition commented Fashion_Edition 7 months ago

Those sunglasses are everything

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Lana_Solar commented Lana_Solar 8 months ago

Anyone tried DIYing rose patches on jeans? I want to recreate this look on a budget

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Janelle-Haynes commented Janelle-Haynes 8 months ago

The distressed sweater adds character

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Lily_Rose92 commented Lily_Rose92 8 months ago

I'm wondering if the backpack could be swapped for a red crossbody to match the sweater? What do you all think?

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Renee99 commented Renee99 8 months ago

So chic

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FaithPeterson commented FaithPeterson 8 months ago

Where can I find those eye sneakers? I need them in my life!

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Meditation-Moments_01 commented Meditation-Moments_01 8 months ago

I have similar jeans and I usually pair them with a leather jacket instead of the sweater. The edgy look works really well with the feminine roses

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WholeheartedLiving commented WholeheartedLiving 8 months ago

Love those rose details!

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