Photo courtesy of Anouk Yve Bos
The Summer Denim Styling Guide
Whether your vibe is ultra-utilitarian, billowy bohemian, or somewhere in between, chances are there’s at least one pair of jeans in your regular rotation. They go with everything, can skew dressy or laid-back, and somehow manage to read cool without trying too hard. Ahead, our favorite denim looks to ride out the summer in.
NEUTRAL KNIT +
CLASSIC WHITE
Combine figure-hugging short shorts with a little texture up top (say, a chunky cotton-tape knit) for an easy, chic look.
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G. Label Chandler
Drop-Stitch Vest goop, $345SHOP NOW -
G. Label Anand Denim Shorts goop, $275SHOP NOW
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FRENCH-GIRL STRIPES + JEANS À LA SEBERG
Nothing captures summer quite like shorts and stripes. The pairing is nostalgic, effortless, and—with the right touches (boatneck cut and woven basket in tow)—très mignonne.
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G. Label Marney French-Striped Shirt goop, $245SHOP NOW -
G. Label Cooper Denim Shorts goop, $275SHOP NOW
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TUCKED-IN TOP +
A-LINE SKIRT
The denim skirt can—and should—go to the office; just add a meeting-friendly popover top. Best part? This versatile combination is just as hardworking off-hours.
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G. Label Marianne
Puff-Sleeve Top goop, $415SHOP NOW -
G. Label Harlow A-Line Denim Miniskirt goop, $275SHOP NOW
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FEMININE FIT +
POCKET SHORTS
Ramp up the cuteness on a pair of high-rise shorts with something cropped for breakfast dates, lunch dates…any dates.
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SIMPLE TANK + WIDE-LEGS
First: Contrast the volume below with something slim-fitting and sexy up top. Then drive the casual elegance home with
all-black accessories.
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CRISP SHIRTING +
FADED WASH
Walks the line between classic and California-cool. For best results, pile on the shine, slip on sandals, and go.
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Related Reading
• The Summer of the Matching Set
• You Asked, Ali Answered: Best Tops for High-Waisted Jeans?
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