Denim jackets should be in high rotation in your wardrobe this spring and summer. Not only does a denim jacket instantly turn your regular ensemble into a copy-worthy one, but it also provides protection against the elements.
You don’t want to be caught in an unexpected temperature drop wearing only your light spring frock.
Here are some fool-proof ways to wear the trusty denim jacket:
1. Crank up the spring vibe of your denim outfit by wearing your jacket with a prismatic dress
Pixie Lott and Olivier Cheshire at Chakana night club in London, England, on March 15, 2014
It’s definitely the season to wear bright dresses. Opt for a colorful one, but tone it down a bit with a faded denim jacket.
Pixie Lott wearing a Levi’s trucker jacket with white wedges and a prismatic dress
Get this classic Genetic Denim jacket from Shopbop. Featuring heavy fading and shreds, it features a buttoned placket and 4 pockets.
Genetic “Mia” Jacket, $198
Wear it with:
MSGM Floral Crochet Shift Dress, $353.20
3.1 Phillip Lim “Isabela” Ankle-Strap Sandals, $525
Jason Wu “Daphne” 2 Clutch, $1,195
2. Mix your jacket with printed pants and a basic-colored sleeveless blouse
Add a dressier touch to your outfit by wearing a pair of printed trousers. Tartan, floral, gingham, and polka dots are hot this season.
Kourtney Kardashian wearing a 7 For All Mankind washed blue denim jacket in Beverly Hills in Los Angeles on October 17, 2013
Kourtney Kardashian styled her 7 For All Mankind washed blue denim jacket with H&M blue and green plaid pants, a Blaque Label leather crop top, Alexander Wang’s Antonia sandals, authentic Ray-Ban gold metal Outdoorsman Deerskin Trim Aviator sunglasses, and a black Hermes Birkin bag.
Get this timeless 7 For All Mankind denim jacket at Shopbop:
7 for All Mankind Classic Denim Jacket, $265
Wear it with:
Chloe High-Waisted Jacquard Trousers, $1,130.46
Carven Sleeveless Blouse, $244.27
Rachel Zoe “Colbie” Studded Sandals, $295
Nina Ricci Leather Tote, $1,750
3. Balance your silhouette by wearing a jacket with a pair of shorts
Your jacket will definitely give your upper body more coverage, but you can still beat the heat with a cute pair of shorts.
Jamie Chung visiting Palihouse Courtyard Brasserie in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, on June 20, 2013
Do you like how Jamie styled her denim cropped Levis jacket with floral shorts?
Get this vintage-inspired McGuire Denim jacket at Shopbop:
McGuire Denim Work Wear Jean Jacket, $286
Wear it with:
MINKPINK Flower Crush Box Pleat Shorts, $71
Balmain Loose Knit Tank Top, $426.04
Maison Martin Margiela Paneled Ankle Boots, $819.69
4. Wear a jacket with a collared dress
Bring out the schoolgirl vibe of the classic denim jacket by wearing it with a collared dress. Don’t have one? Try a collared sleeveless top paired with a simple round-necked dress to get the look.
Vu from Bloody Roses wears a classic denim jacket (Blog Offline)
Get this shredded denim Acne Studios jacket from Shopbop:
Acne Studios Tram Trashed Denim Jacket, $550
Wear it with:
Gianluca Capannolo Flared T-Shirt Dress, $666.90
3.1 Phillip Lim Sleeveless Blouse, $293.34
Opening Ceremony Zip-Front Platform Oxfords, $298
5. Go casual in a graphic tee and a pleated skirt
In the mood for a casual-chic look? Do like Iris of A Dash of Fash and try wearing your jacket with a statement tee or a graphic-printed tee and a high-waisted skirt.
Iris wears a graphic-printed tee and a high-waisted skirt with a denim jacket
Get this faded wash denim jacket from Shopbop:
AG Adriano Goldschmied “Nancy” Oversized Denim Jacket, $235
Wear it with:
DSQUARED2 Printed T-Shirt, $185.58
Olympia Le-Tan “Rosa” Skirt, $1,855
Kate Spade New York Magnolia Cross-Body Bag, $198
Beau Coops Juniper Oxfords, $321
The above outfits tempt us into turning denim jackets into our spring uniform. What about you guys?
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