Is there anything that a great pair of black skinny jeans can’t do? Not according to Nicole Richie, who wore them all around Paris on a recent trip there. Hers are Jet by John Eshaya, and she’s been seen wearing them with great handbags and jackets, which black skinny jeans are perfect for setting off.

But you don’t have to go the expensive designer route to get the great look. For $50 you can get a pair of 2b Toss Logo Skinny Kitty jeans from bebe.com. This particular style gets high marks for great fit, particularly on women with smaller waists and larger hips, who sometimes have a hard time finding skinny jeans that fit right. And of course fit is the key to rocking the skinny jeans look.

Once you find a pair that fits, you’ll wear them all spring and into summer depending on your climate. For nights out, pair them with a sequined swing top. On chilly days, top with a tee and a short trench coat. Skinny jeans really are “the new black,” and when they happen to be black as well, you’ve got a winner that will work hard in your wardrobe for the long term.