Hold The Ketchup: 7 White Denim Looks We Love
If there’s ever a time to branch out from your usual blue denim, it’s spring. The warmer months make a great case for crisp whites or milky off-white alternatives, and a slew of our favourite Instagram stars are showcasing how. From barrel-leg shapes and baby tees to wide-leg styles with oversized shirts, scroll to recreate some of our favourite looks…
Granted, white jeans are famously hard to pull off – they can easily veer into that early-noughties Liz Hurley territory – but they are much easier to style than you might think with the right fit.
Opt for looser silhouettes: we love baggier or barrel-shaped cuts paired with tucked-in shirts or baby tees, or classic straight legs teamed with a blazer or a crisp white shirt.
The warmer months make a great case for crisp whites or milky off-white alternatives.
One of our top tips is to always look for stiff, thick denim – no skin-baring stretched knees, please – and if bright white feels a little daunting, go for a soft off-white tone for a polished feel.
Look 1
Sometimes the simplest looks are the best, and this head-to-toe white outfit is hard to beat. The secret lies in the proportions: pair a baby tee with a slim barrel-leg jean, then elevate with cool-girl accents like this Lié Studios pendant. Perfection.
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Look 2
Minimalists, take note: Sylvie Mus is an essential follow on Instagram. Her monochromatic looks are effortlessly simple and sleek, yet always carry an edgy twist – case in point, this killer leather blazer.
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Look 3
Expect the plaid shirt to be everywhere next season – we especially love them paired with wide-leg white jeans. Add buttery-soft accessories to lean into that Western spirit.
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Look 4
We’ve long been waxing lyrical about the power of a pop of red – the theory that makes every outfit or room look cool – and this is no exception. This is the perfect not-too-dressed-up look, ideal for a girls’ dinner or a date night.
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Look 5
White jeans and a blue shirt are a classic combo, but can easily feel a bit safe and conservative. Keep things feeling fresh and modern with oversized proportions and chunky silver jewellery.
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Look 6
If you love a bit of grown-up bohemian style, follow Paris-based fashion consultant @saraloura immediately. Her use of colour and print is so intentional, yet feels elegant and subtle too. Case in point: this white jeans look paired with Vanessa Bruno’s gorgeous silk jacket – it’s well worth a vintage shopping trip to find something similar.
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Look 7
White jeans might feel synonymous with summer, but they work remarkably well in the colder months – even paired with something as simple as a cosy, mohair navy knit. This layered look is ideal for transitioning into autumn, especially when mixed with rich berry hues.
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