It’s no secret that we love a good pair of skinny jeans. (The key word here is good.) If you find the right pair, they feel stretchy and comfortable like a second skin. They hug your shape, creating a silhouette that’s at once casual and professional, depending on how you choose to style them.

1. Sneakers

Sneakers are perhaps the most obvious choice when it comes to comfortable (and sensible) footwear. Fashion insiders will tell you that sneakers are also an extremely stylish choice. They’re cool, casual, and effortless, almost like the fashion equivalent of no-makeup makeup. The best part is that sneakers encapsulate an extremely broad category of footwear. There are also dad sneakers to think about. We think these chunky white sneakers look best when paired with a sleek pair of skinny jeans, whether classic blue or leopard print, since they balance out their proportions. Add a white tee and sunglasses and you’ll be all set for weekend brunch.

2. Kitten Heels

If you want to dress up an outfit but don’t want to wear a towering pair of pumps, slip on a pair of kitten heels. They’re low enough to the ground to keep your ankles and heels happy, but they’re a bit more polished than your average pair of white sneakers. Whether they’re pointed mules or strappy sandals, kitten heels are fashion insider–approved. We like this combination of dark, cropped skinny jeans and round-toe mules. Add in a top-handle logo bag, and you’ll get something similar to this cool ’90s-inspired outfit.

3. Block Heels

Similar to kitten heels, block heels make a pair of skinny jeans look elevated and polished without adding all of the extra height (or subsequent foot pain, blisters, or wobbling) that stilettos do. Is it just us, or are these woven block heels the perfect shoes for wearing on a summer weekend? Finish off an all-black ensemble with a pair of block-heel sock boots.

4. Ankle Boots

Don’t think ankle boots are just for fall and winter. Influencers know that they work just as well in summer (which is great, because they’re much more comfortable than most heels). Pointed ankle boots, black skinny jeans, a graphic tee, and a Dior Calfskin Saddle Belt Bag make for a balanced summer outfit equation. It’s not just black leather boots we’re talking about, either. We love the way skinny jeans look with white or snakeskin styles for summer, too.