Denim has always been my thing.
Back in college, when I was working at a boutique, I would literally save my sales girl money just to buy the latest pair of 7 For All Mankind the second they hit the floor. It felt like everything at the time—finding the right pair, the right fit. And honestly, that hasn’t changed.
Denim still feels like the foundation of how I get dressed.
The One Pair I’d Start With
If you’re only adding one pair this season, make it something relaxed and easy.
A slightly wider leg, a clean rise, and a length that works with both sneakers and sandals. It should feel like you can throw it on with anything—a tank, a knit, a button-down—and it just works.
This is your everyday uniform.
If You Want Something Cleaner
There’s always a place for denim that feels a little more pulled together.
Think:
- a more refined silhouette
- a clean wash
- something that works just as well with a blazer as it does with a tee
These are the pairs you reach for when you want to feel slightly more polished without trying too hard.
The Relaxed, Lived-In Option
Some denim just feels better when it’s a little undone.
A softer wash, a slightly slouchy fit—something that looks like you’ve had it forever (in the best way). These are the pairs you wear on slower days, weekends, or anytime you want your outfit to feel effortless.
A Lighter Take for Spring
As the weather shifts, so should your denim.
Lighter washes, softer tones, even something slightly unexpected—these pieces make your outfits feel more like spring without needing to completely change how you dress.
They pair perfectly with:
- simple tanks
- white tees
- lightweight layers
When You Want Something a Little More Styled
Sometimes you want your denim to do a little more.
A subtle detail—a twist seam, a different cut, a unique shape—can completely change how an outfit feels without making it complicated.
These are the pieces that make people ask:
“Where are your jeans from?”
Warm Weather, But Still Denim
There’s always that point where full jeans feel like too much—but you still want the ease of denim.
That’s where a great pair of shorts comes in. Not too short, not too tight—just relaxed, easy, and wearable with everything from a tank to an oversized shirt.
How I’m Wearing It Right Now
Nothing about this is overstyled.
It’s:
- denim + a simple tank
- denim + an oversized button-down
- denim + a lightweight knit
Sandals, sneakers—whatever works that day.
The Takeaway
Denim has always been the piece I come back to.
You don’t need a closet full—you just need a few pairs that feel right, fit well, and work with your life.
The rest is just how you wear them.
Shop the Edit
I pulled together the denim I’d actually wear right now—across different fits, washes, and price points.