No Jeans Outfits for Men: 31 Days of Outfit Inspo

Not to be dramatic or anything, but for a few years there, we thought men’s jeans might be on the way out for good.

After staying at home and dressing down (like, way down) during the pandemic, men’s style was at its most no-jeans-iest… ever. Which made Style Girlfriend’s No Jeans January wardrobe challenge for men pretty easy for awhile.

Now, getting dressed has made a comeback in a big way, and it’s been exciting seeing men embrace style in a new, more personal way.

So in 2026, I hope you seize the moment for this sartorial challenge—getting through all of January without wearing jeans—as the personal style reset button we always intended it to be here at SG HQ.

After all, January’s an easy time to find yourself in a rut. This is a fun, easy way to start fresh.

To kick off 2026, then, why not channel all your “new year, new you” energy into making your outfits more fun this month? Or colorful! A little dressy, perhaps?

I’ve got you covered for all of it with the jeans-free outfit inspo below.

All you have to do? Accept the #NoJeansJanuary challenge. 31 days, zero denim. It’s a great way to hit the “reset” button on your wardrobe for the new year.

Can you handle it?

Below, check out a month’s worth of no jeans outfits for guys:

1. Embrace a looser silhouette

SG Says: In January, you want to the Venn diagram of “stylish” and “comfortable” to be a perfect circle.

That could mean a sport coat with your favorite sweatshirt or sweater draped casually over your shoulders.

2. Wear a waxed canvas jacket with cuffed chinos

SG Says: I love how every element of this outfit on its own, from the waxed jacket to the New Balance sneakers, is pretty low-key.

All together, though? It’s a ::chef’s kiss:: good No Jeans January lewk.

My favorite part? How the oversized fit of the pants keeps the overall effect modern, not stuffy.

3. Top your look off with a bright beanie

Bonus points for wearing a stylish long coat that makes every outfit in your winter wardrobe arsenal 10x cooler.

4. Choose bright colors against a winter backdrop

SG Says: Now this is how to stand out in the snow.

I love the bright Paddington-esque jacket with an otherwise subdued look.

5. Pick something funky

SG Says: Beam me up, baby! Take a style cue from Juju here and skip the traditional button-down shirt and oxford with your tailored trousers.

Instead, get playful with a kitschy knit that’s got some color to it.

Feeling especially fun and funky? Bring your sneakers in on the fun with a pair that comes in a coordinating color.

6. Throw on a colorful sweater

SG Says: Jeans-free outfits don’t have to be fussy, or hard to plan. Just pull on a sweater from the back of your closet and pair it with a pair of trendy workwear pants.

No Jeans January outfit, done!

7. Clash in a cool way

SG Says: Listen, if someone was like, “Show me an outfit that you could wear as an at-home Joker costume this Halloween,” this is what I would offer.

A little weird? Sure. A playful way to wear mix colors that an international pop star can pull off but so can you? Absolutely.

8. Take the sweater vest trend for a spin

SG Says: Are you ready to get on this trend train?

RELATED: The 4 Affordable Sweaters You Need This Winter

Be the best-dressed dude when you get back in the office by dressing up your comfiest khakis with a sleeveless sweater vest.

9. Embrace all-black like Zane Lowe

SG Says: Good news!

You, too, can look cool enough too sit down with Miley Cyrus by stepping up your monochromatic crewneck-and-pants combo.

Just add a fisherman’s cap and retro sneakers.

10. Match your hat to your shoes

SG Says: A fun fact about me is that I didn’t know who would win the 1998 NBA Championship game until I got to the very last episode of The Last Dance.

A fun fact about you is that you can absolutely pull off a silky scarf tied jauntily around your neck.

The trick?

Keep the rest of your outfit sophisticated (see: that handsomely cut topcoat and cuffed chinos) to make sure the overall effect is suave, not sloppy.

Try it, I dare you!

11. Pair a turtleneck and slacks with classic white sneakers

(Dan Levy looks good, too!)

SG Says: I suppose this caption isn’t supposed to be about Kumail’s absolutely bonkers bulging biceps. But instead, about how crisp grey trousers and a charcoal turtleneck look superb with clean white sneakers.

…There, did I do it?

12. Keep your denim up top

SG Says: Just because you’re not wearing jeans doesn’t mean you can’t wear a jean jacket!

This look would fit in perfectly at a business casual workplace, or a dinner date night.

13. Embrace robe life like plus-size model Zach Miko

SG Says: More like No Pants January, amirght?

If you’re going to live that robe life, just make sure it’s a fancy one, and that your boxer briefs are as fun and photo-worthy as the plus-size model’s.

By the way, Miko’s confidence is worth emulating, too!

You’ll look your best when you feel happy and comfortable in your body, no matter your size.

14. Try coordinated casuals

SG Says: Have you considered a coordinated top and bottom? No, not a suit, and not sweats either.

I’m talking about a jacket and pants that match, but still looks and feels casual. It may push you outside your comfort zone, but that’s what No Jeans January is all about!

15. Embrace the season in winter whites

SG Says: Consider this my personal plea for more men in winter white!

Behold how easy (and oh-so-crispy!) the creamy color looks in cold weather.

16. Choose a sunny color

…That gallery wall’s not too shabby, either!

SG Says: I’ll admit it: Mustard-y yellow and olive-y yellow is a pro-level color combining.

Now, don’t get me wrong.

It can be done, but with the wrong shade pairing, you will walk around feeling like a banana.

Ready to dabble in a subtler monochrome combo?

Try a similar vibe by matching up red and burgundy, forest green and olive green, or sky blue and washed-out navy.

17. Top everything off with a quilted vest

SG Says: The fuzzy sweater! The quilted vest! Those boots?!

I love absolutely everything about this outfit and hope to see more guys in something just like it this month.

18. Go retro with a rugby shirt

SG Says: Why yes, I am happy to report that the 80s classic is back, baby.

If pairing yours with a pair of chinos feels a little too preppy, consider swapping in some wide-leg utility pants for something a little more modern.

19. Opt for stylish sweats

SG Says: Sometimes the best way to keep yourself from wearing denim on the bottom is by wearing sweatpants instead.

No judgment!

20. Go lights out in all-black

SG Says: Swap the designer cardigan for one that still leaves some money left over to send your kids to college, and you can totally emulate this outfit.

Black loafers? Check. White tee? Easy. Too cool for school attitude? Done.

21. Go for cozy corduroy

SG Says: Swapping jeans for corduroy pants is one of the easiest ways to tackle the No Jeans January challenge with ease.

Go for forest green à la the look above, or any other wintery neutral that strikes your fancy.

22. Wear forest green trousers

SG Says: Remind yourself that a good pair of trousers can feel almost as comfortable as jeans!

Add a jacket that makes a statement up top to keep the look from feeling boring.

23. Pair striped pants with casual sneakers

SG Says: Let your pants be the most interesting part of your outfit!

A “fun” pair like these striped trousers can feel just as comfortable and casual as jeans, if not more.

24. Wear cropped pants with a colorful top

SG Says: No Jeans January is all about challenging yourself to get out of a wardrobe rut, so extra outfit inspo is helpful.

Scroll through the IG post above for Tim rocking not one but a whole slew of extremely cool, no jeans outfits.

It’s 10x the bonus style inspiration!

25. Take inspo from Team SG’s Stylist Kelci Taylor in #menswear realness

SG Says: What’s to say you can’t get a great men’s outfit idea from a woman?

I love how the bright orange of the sweater vest is tempered by the patterned pants.

And the dad sneakers? Perfection!

26. Wear a matching set like Brooks Koepka on vacation

SG Says: To the SG fam in warm-weather climates, this one’s for you.

Nothing is more high-key bougie than a poolside matched set…in a good way!

If you’re lucky enough to safely be in the presence of a chlorinated body of water this month? Then please, for all of us, do it this way.

27. Level up in an interesting suit

SG Says: Boy-oh-boy is a hunter green suit underrated in a man’s wardrobe.

And with a t-shirt and leather kicks? Whew!

Out of the way, Ryan Gosling. This guy’s coming through.

28. Slip into an absolutely ridiculous sweatsuit like John Mayer

SG Says: My singing angel, my guitar god, my favorite problematic fave. Looking like a walking shag carpet, straight out of 1977.

He’s perfect in every way and so is this outfit—no I will not be taking questions at this time.

Don’t want to go full FASHUN with your sweats?

That works!

Check out this #SGapproved guide to loungewear and get comfortable within reason.

29. Lounge at home in a tuxedo like Nick Jonas (because why not!) 

SG Says: I dare you to host a sexy date night in your living room and wear a full tuxedo.

No socks, plenty of attitude, martinis not optional.

30. Slip into the quarter zip trend

SG Says: This would look just as cool without the button-up shirt and tie, but why not add a dash of formality to your look today?!

31. Remember suits are always a good idea, à la Ryan Reynolds

SG Says: I’d be remiss not to remind you that a well-tailored suit is always an option!

Sure, Ryan Reynolds was accepting an award, but you don’t need any real reason to dress up in a suit.

Wear one if the mood strikes you!

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Your turn…

Show us your most stylish jeans-free outfits on Instagram!

Be sure to use the hashtag #NoJeansJanuary so we’re sure to see it.