Introducing the Spring Denim Guide—From Denim Overshirts to Slouchy White Jeans (2024)

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There’s no denying it: Regardless of the season, fashion’s obsession withdenim is unwavering. It’s never a question of “if” one should swathe themselves in the fabric, but rather “how” it should be worn, and for spring/summer 2023, denim styles run the gamut, leaving no sartorial cravings unsatisfied.

Vogue’s 2023 Denim-Trend Wish List:

• The Denim Overshirt: The Row Frannie oversized denim shirt, $950
• The Jean Skirt: Agolde Hilla denim maxi skirt, $208
• The White Jean: Favorite Daughter The Masha Jeans, $228
• The Baggy Blue Jean: Goldsign Atticus pleated wide-leg jeans, $295
• The Jean Jacket: Khaite Grizzo denim jacket, $740
• The Denim Day Dress: Citizens of Humanity Danni dress, $348
• The Bermuda Short: Frame high-rise Bermuda shorts, $218
• The Denim Suit Vest: Ulla Johnson The Odette denim vest, $550
• The Denim Accessory: Jacquemus Le Bisou denim shoulder bag, $545

No longer just aweekend wardrobe staple, designers from Khaite and The Row to Altuzarra and Chloé have cemented denim as a luxury item with the runway seal of approval. Back toAltuzarra: At their SS23 show, the boho brand sent adenim maxi skirt down the catwalk that instantly reached cult status. Otherjean skirtslike it from Agolde and Citizens of Humanity have a similar limited shelf life (butare available to shop, below). This spring also marked the official send-off of the skinny jean, withbaggy jeans stepping in as the welcome replacement. Slouchy styles from Goldsign and Halfboy are best worn alongside other elevatedessentials, like a crisp button-up shirt or a plain but perfectwhite tee. Whilewhite jeans are a year-round staple (yes, you heard that right), the light wash is especially fitting for the summer season. Favorites include pairs from Mother, Frame, and Favorite Daughter.

Denim overshirts are a street style staple, most notably from Khaite and The Row. With endless stylistic opportunities, we suggest leaving yours open layered over a tank top for the ultimatetransitional outfit formula. Equally popular are jean jackets from Dries Van Noten to Nili Lotan. The closet classic is also home to a new style this season:the denim dress. With the ease and elegance of an everyday shirtdress, denim dresses are a fresh way to wear theessential. The denimsuit vest is another stylish interpretation to invest in this summer to wear atop a classic blue jean or even a pair of denim Bermuda shorts. Denim trends spring 2023 also lends themselves to accessories–find handbags from Chloé and Jacquemus swathed in denim as well assandals from Saint Laurent and Veronica Beard.

In short: The appetite for all things denim is at an all-time high. Below, discover (and shop!) the top nine denim trends for spring 2023.

The Denim Overshirt

When it comes to crafting a transitional outfit formula, a denim overshirt is a prized layering piece. The staple is also street style approved–during any Fashion Week, you can spot several of fashion’s chicest insiders draped in denim overshirts from Khaite and The Row to Tibi and Slvrlake. Get in on the trend, below.

The Jean Skirt

These days, ajean skirtneeds no further explanation. The style is equally simple as it is sophisticated, worn best with a polishedloafer or a stylishsneaker. Options, most notably those from Altuzarra and Khaite, are runway-ready, while Agolde’s Hilla maxi skirt is a star all on its own.

The White Jean

The secret to any chic summercapsule wardrobe is a pair of bright white jeans. In ecru, ivory, or cream, see the style as a blank canvas for all of your seasonal accessories to shine, such as a festive raffia tote or a sleek sandal.

The Baggy Blue Jean

Baggy blue jeansmight be the coolest (and most comfortable) denim trend to try this season. While the slouchy style may lend itself to morecasual outfits, it can be dressed up all the same with a tinykitten heel orminimalist handbag. Options include Agolde’s beloved baggy jeans to Goldsign’s pleated pair.

The Jean Jacket

A jean jacket is a consistent closet classic no matter the season. This spring and summer, however, jean jackets from Dries Van Noten and Nili Lotan are reimagined with more modern twists. Also up for grabs is Khaite’s Grizzo jacket, which is inspired by the ’80s with an oversize fit to Anine Bing’s cropped style.

The Denim Day Dress

In the summer months, little is as effortless and easy as a delightful daydress. This season, we’re swapping our poplin shirtdresses and prairie dresses in favor of the denim dress. Both chic and cool, options include those from Co and Goldsign to Citizens of Humanity and Loulou Studio.

The Bermuda Short

Worn over a stylish one-piece swimsuit or a plain white tee, a jeanBermuda short is a denim style not to shy away from this season. Jorts from Raey and Frame featured edgy frayed hems, while options from Slvrlake and Toteme are more demure. Finish the look off with a striped sweater ora fisherman sandal for a notably nautical result.

The Denim Suit Vest

The suit vest, in every iteration, is a piece of relaxed tailoring to invest in this season. Go one step further and try on a denim version from the likes of Agolde and Goldsign to Ulla Johnson and Slvrlake. Double the denim and style the staple with a matching blue jean.

The Denim Accessory

As if you needed more denim,accessories, like Bottega Veneta’s jean Jodie bag or Saint Laurent slides, are a festive finishing touch to any denim outfit idea. The result? Proof that the appetite for all things denim knows no bounds.