Denim on denim, or combining individual denim items into one outfit is a style trend which continues to come back, year after year. We love it as a fashionable option for appearing pulled together, for kicked back holidays and casual events. You can also style double denim to appear fabulous for more formal events — a trend that started on the street style blogs and is now moved into many female daily wardrobes.
Wearing head to toe denim does take practice, though — there are some tips which, if ignored, will make you appear out of style, or like you just wandered in from the boonies. To help you not experience that fashion fate, here are our go-to fashion rules for how to rock double denim now to have a fabulous, street style vibe.
Like to look fabulous and up-to-date in double denim? For
tractr jeans , breezy look that broadcasts modern fashion, try wearing slouchy denim separates together. Play with different combinations and fabric styles to pull together an outfit that fits like it matches your personal fashion vibe.
Not sure what goes with what? When in doubt, choose a lighter denim shirt to go with a darker wash blue jean or denim skirt. Or perhaps try try matching denim pieces, for a confident denim tuxedo ensemble, which is now in style in a huge way.
A great pair of sunglasses, a trendy leather purse, and black ankle boots, are the ideal accessories for keeping this look in the now.
Denim on denim does look great when you change up your fabric shades. For a more updated, street style trendy vibe, try combining denim items in radically different denim washes, such as a combination of a vintage, light blue top and dark black skinny jeans.
For the most figure flattering ensemble when you wear double denim, bear in mind that darker colors provide a slimming effect, while brighter hues of denim draw attention to the figure areas they cover. So if you are curvy below the waist, the most flattering outfit for you would be one that combines lighter denim on top, and a darker hue jean on the bottom.
For a cuter, casual appearance that is ideal for lots of weekend enjoyment, from football games to music and parties, layer a jeans jacket on top of a sporty jean skirt.
You can wear a jean jacket with a denim skirt. Or attempt to wear a classic jean jacket with a distressed skirt for a trendy vibe, with a denim pencil skirt for a more traditional look, or choose a long, floor-length denim skirt for a hippy chic attitude.
Whatever length of skirt you select, keep your top simple with a laid-back outfit, in case you do remove your jacket at some point. Try a slouchy, solid colored tee-shirt or tank top. Complete the look with a pair of comfy ankle boots and one or two simple accessories, like a cute cap, bangle bracelet or stud earrings.
Partying with friends? You will spin heads and appear downtown cool while you match relaxed boyfriend jeans with a seductive crop top. This confident ensemble is ideal for layering with a jean jacket, for coverage when you're riding the subway, or whenever the temperature drops at night. Add your favorite accessories, such as a great statement necklace, or intense ankle boots, to make the appearance your own.
If you're about a streamlined skinny denim silhouette, try wearing an ensemble of slim-fitting jean items, in deep indigo or black denim washes. The most important thing to be aware of for this look is perfect fit, so be certain to select jeans that hug your curves snugly, for a confident effect that's flattering to any body type.
Impress your fellow employees with your fresh fashion style, when you wear a denim jacket and jeans to work, in place of a pantsuit. A structured, long denim jacket in a boyfriend fit, worn on top of slim ankle length denim in a similar color, will look chic and fashion-forward at the same time. Dress it up for the office with a few key accessories, including a quality bag, high heeled shoes, and delicate jewelry.
A classic denim jacket is a great layering piece, and is handy when you want to add color — or casualness — to a dark ensemble. This street style rock star layers hers over black jean shorts and a dark t-shirt, rapidly dressing up a casual outfit for city strolls and shopping.