5 Ways To Wear A Denim Jacket
A denim jacket is a true closet staple that transcends fleeting trends. Here, we round up five ways to wear it now
Do double denim
Denim on denim may be SS25’s favorite duo, but this is no one-season wonder: the beauty of the pairing lies in its sartorial mileage and versatility. For a polished take on the Canadian tuxedo, pair jeans with a coordinating denim jacket. Agolde’s light-washed ‘Palmer’ style – from our NET SUSTAIN edit of consciously crafted pieces – and Frame’s ‘The Vertical’ jeans in the same shade can be worn on repeat. Just be sure to keep accessories classic: Tod’s penny loafers elevate the utility fabric in glossy black leather, while Khaite’s cult studded belt adds a punkish edge.
Pair with a summer dress or skirt
Choosing something to wear over spring dresses can be tricky, but the denim jacket provides a stylish solution. A chic dark wash will become your most dependable layer, owing to its versatility, and Frame’s ‘The Boxy Classic’ jacket is the perfect pick. Plus, it’s crafted using lower-impact materials so is included in our NET SUSTAIN edit. Slip it on over all your favorite day dresses, from ditzy floral-print slips to simple black midis, like Matteau’s organic cotton-poplin style – also part of our NET SUSTAIN offering. Then, slip on adidas Originals’ leather ‘Taekwondo’ sneakers and simple hoop earrings – Lié Studio’s ‘The Steffie’ pair is crafted from gleaming gold-plated metal and will go with everything.
For after hours
Come evening, a denim jacket – like Jean Paul Gaultier’s directional trucker style – and an ultra-mini skirt become the ultimate power pairing, with the former bringing a grounding nonchalance to the latter. Isabel Marant’s ‘Berenice’ mini is made from soft cotton-jersey with a beautifully draped wrap front. Wear yours with bare legs and Toteme’s suede slingback sandals. Finish with a mini bag like Bottega Veneta’s mini ‘Concert Pouch’ and a pair of sculptural earrings.
Go off-duty
A denim jacket is a downtime staple – the sort of piece you can shrug on over everything to instantly add laid-back cool. In transitional weather, the most versatile picks come oversized, with ’90s references. Crafted in stonewashed denim with leather drawstrings, Loewe’s effortless bomber style ticks all our boxes. We love it paired with Saint Laurent’s vintage-inspired logo tee, for a dose of nostalgia, and Acne Studios’ barrel-leg pants – part of our NET SUSTAIN edit and crafted using lower-impact materials. Just add sneakers or ballet flats and a covetable bag for the ideal finish. Toteme’s oversized tote comes in sand suede and will go with everything in your closet.
Elevate with tailoring
When it comes to nailing the art of high-low dressing, a blue denim jacket with tailored pants will always prove to be a winning formula. Start by layering Acne Studios’ distressed blue jacket from our NET SUSTAIN edit over a crisp cotton-poplin shirt, like Dries Van Noten’s cotton-poplin style, then balance the proportions with Another Tomorrow’s relaxed wide-leg pants. As for shoes, keep things polished for the office with a pair of low-heeled ankle boots or retro low-top sneakers for the weekend.
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