How to dress up distressed jeans like Lea Michele

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By Marta Sadowski

May 30, 2014

How to dress up distressed jeans like Lea Michele

Photo, Keystone Press.

Weekend Style- Lea Michele

Style inspiration: Lea Michele

There’s no better way to dress up distressed denim than by throwing in ultra-feminine accents. A floral blazer, ruffle top, and ladylike pumps will make even the most tomboyish trousers look flirty. Go ahead and give them a try!

Photo, Keystone Press.

Blooming blazer

Parisian Floral Print Blazer, $52, New Look.

Red ruffles

Blouse, $98, Aritzia.

Distress to impress

Denim Trousers, $60, Zara.

Pump it up

Pumps, $86, Nine West.

Flattering frames

Oversized Thick Rim Sunglasses, $25, Sole Society.

Schoolgirl satchel

Double Tab Satchel Bag, $61, Asos.

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