Skinny jeans aren’t the issue — how they’re being styled is. When ultra-skinny, ankle-length jeans stop right above the boot, the outfit gets stuck in a very specific era. The cropped break + tight silhouette + short boot combo is what dates the look, not the denim itself. Modern winter outfits usually work better with: • a longer hem • a wider leg • or a boot that visually connects to the pant This is one of those small tweaks that instantly makes outfits feel current again — without buying a whole new wardrobe.