Open flannel, washed tee and denim

The checked shirt supplies the pattern, so the rest of the outfit can stay straightforward. A faded charcoal tee gives its colors a quiet backdrop, and relaxed blue denim introduces another worn-looking texture without a competing print. Leaving the flannel open makes its two front panels frame the torso rather than cover it completely. Dark brown boots bring some weight to the bottom and keep the loose shirt and jeans from feeling disconnected. This composition works best when the textures look natural together, not when every piece is distressed. One washed surface and one patterned layer are enough to establish the mood; your existing plain jeans can do the remaining work.