Denim on denim, or pairing individual denim pieces into one look is a fashion trend that continues to come back, year after year. I love it as a stylish option for looking put together, for laid back weekends and casual events. You can even wear double denim to look fab for more dressed up occasions — a trend that started on the street style blogs and has now moved into several women's daily outfits.
Styling head to toe denim does require practice, though — there are various tips which, if ignored, will make you appear out of style, or like you just wandered in off the range. To help you avoid that fashion fate, here are our go-to fashion rules for how to rock denim on denim now to create a modern, street style look.
Desiring to appear confident and up-to-date in double denim? For an easy, breezy appearance that telegraphs trendy style, try wearing slouchy jeans separates together. Play with different combinations and fabric washes to pull together an ensemble that feels like it suits your individual fashion vibe.
Not sure what goes with what? If in doubt, choose a lighter denim top to match with a darker wash jean or denim skirt. Or try try matching denim pieces, for a fabulous denim tuxedo ensemble, that is now in style in a huge way.
A great pair of sunglasses, an on fleek leather bag, and black ankle boots, are the perfect accessories for keeping this look in the now.
Denim on denim can look awesome when you change up your fabric shades. For a more updated, street style fashion vibe, wear matching denim items in vastly different denim washes, such as a combination of a vintage-inspired, light blue jacket and dark black skinny jeans.
For the most figure flattering ensemble when you wear double denim, keep in mind that darker colors create a slimming effect, while lighter hues of denim focus attention to the figure areas they cover. So if you're curvy below the waist, the most flattering outfit for you will be one that matches lighter denim on top, with a dark wash jean on the bottom.
For a cuter, casual look that's great for lots of weekend occasions, from baseball games to concerts and parties, layer a jeans jacket over your classic jean skirt.
You may wear a jean bomber jacket with a denim mini-skirt. Or attempt to wear a classic jean jacket with a distressed skirt for a rocker vibe, with a denim pencil skirt for a more classic outfit, or select a long, flowing jean skirt for a bohemian chic feel.
Whatever length of skirt you choose, keep your top simple with a laid-back ensemble, in case you do remove your jacket at some point. Try
tractr jeans , solid-colored tee-shirt or tank top. Complete the look with a pair of comfy flats and one or two simple accessories, such as a cute cap, bangle bracelet or stud earrings.
Going out with friends? You will spin heads and appear downtown hip while you match relaxed boyfriend denim with a sublime crop top. This classic outfit is ideal for layering with a denim jacket, for coverage when you are on the train, or when the temperature dips in the evening. Add your favorite accessories, such as a great statement necklace, or fierce ankle boots, to make the appearance your own.
If you are about a sleek skinny jeans silhouette, try wearing an ensemble of slim-fitting jean items, in deep indigo or black denim washes. The most critical thing to realize for this appearance is perfect fit, so be sure to select jeans that cling to your curves snugly, for a confident effect that is flattering to any body type.
Surprise your fellow employees with your fresh fashion style, whenever you wear a jean blazer and jeans to work, rather than a pantsuit. A structured, longer denim jacket in a boyfriend fit, worn on top of slim ankle length jeans in a similar shade, will look on point and fashion-forward at the same time. Dress it up for the office with a few key accessories, that include a quality bag, high heeled shoes, and delicate jewelry.
A classic jean jacket is a fabulous layering item, and is convenient when you want to add color — or casualness — to a dark ensemble. The street style rock star layers hers on top of black jean shorts and a dark tee-shirt, rapidly dressing up a casual outfit for big city strolls and shopping.