The Best New Denim For Summer
- The Best New Denim For SummerThere's nothing more classic than denim. But this summer, basic blues are anything but. We've rounded up 15 of the latest styles, including racy red shorts, a retro-inspired vest, stonewashed swimwear and more. You'll never look at denim the same way again. SEARCH: True or False—Denim is Named After a Town in Francehttp://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/45755_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerA vintage-inspired vest may be a nod to the '80s, but when paired with a contemporary maxi-dress, the look is totally modern.SEARCH: Which '80s Pop Star Best Rocked the Denim Vest?SHOP NOW: Alexander Wang vest, $385http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45565_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerColored jeans are an excellent investment for summer, and this trend will surely transition into the cooler months.SEARCH: Which James Dean Movie Made Denim Popular Among Teenagers?SHOP NOW: Current/Elliott jeans, $167http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/45566_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerAs the weather heats up, short shorts will be back in a big way. A colorful, high-waisted pair further defines this retro look.SEARCH: Which Sexy '70s TV Star Became Synonymous With Denim Short Shorts? SHOP NOW: Maje shorts, $175http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45573_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerPacking for a summer holiday? A versatile flowy skirt is an excellent suitcase staple. Throw in a few nautically striped and plain white tees, and off you go.SEARCH: True or False—In 1885, You Could Buy Jeans For $1.50SHOP NOW: Peter Jensen skirt, $126http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/45575_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerThose who prefer more subtle accessories can opt for a sedate denim clutch. But if you don't mind walking on the wild side, then this wristlet ups the ante with metallic details and leather fringe.SEARCH: What's a Surprising Use for Denim That's Good for the Environment?SHOP NOW: Coach wristlet, $98http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/45567_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerPair a minimalist shift dress with statement earrings and sandals for an evening out, or throw one over a bikini as a chic cover-up.SEARCH: More Denim DressesSHOP NOW: Stella McCartney dress, $725http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/45579_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerEyelet details keep a denim dress sweet and appropriate—perfect for casual work Fridays or cocktails on the beach.SEARCH: Where Did the Word Jeans Come From?SHOP NOW: Sandro dress, $350http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/45578_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerJust like your favorite pair of jeans, denim shoes go with just about everything, making these pumps summer staples.SEARCH: More Denim ShoesSHOP NOW: Sam Edelman pumps, $100http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45577_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerMaxi-skirts are a key look this season. Instead of sticking to flowy styles, try a denim version for a more fitted look.SEARCH: More Denim SkirtsSHOP NOW: Topshop skirt, $90http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45580_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerWear your ripped jeans poolside in a stonewashed and beaded string bikini.SEARCH: Which Pop Star and Her Boyfriend Wore Matching Head-to-Toe Denim? SHOP NOW: Emamo bikini, $220http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/45569_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerA denim bag is so versatile, so opt for an oversized hobo. It will be your go-to summer carryall for stashing goods from the farmers market and then hitting the beach.SEARCH: See Which Celebs Have Been Caught Wearing Mom JeansSHOP NOW: Imoshion Catalonia hobo, $59http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45570_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerYou don't need a pair of cowgirl boots to pull off a Western shirt. Paired with white jeans and sweet wedges, this classic denim will appear sleek no matter where you travel.SEARCH: True or False—The History of Denim Dates Back to the 16th CenturySHOP NOW: John & Jenn blouse, $98http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45571_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerWide-legged trousers are flattering on almost everyone, as they elongate the leg for a statuesque silhouette. Lucky for us, this chambray pair will remain seasonal through summer, through winter and back again.SEARCH: Are Skinny Jeans Really a New Trend?SHOP NOW: Level 99 trousers, $118http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/45572_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerDitch the everyday denim jacket in favor of a more grown-up, tailored version that can double as a blazer.SEARCH: Which Teen Heartthrob is Known to Sport White Denim?SHOP NOW: Coldwater Creek jacket, $80http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45756_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerWant to stay cool this summer without baring all? Trade the ubiquitous short shorts for more conservative—but still fashion-forward—culottes.SEARCH: See Celebrity Trendsetters Wearing Denim ShortsSHOP NOW: MIH culottes, $165http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/45574_Original.jpg
- The Best New Denim For SummerGet The Figure You've Always Wanted With This Denimhttp://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/45755_Original.jpg
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It's In The Jeans
1 of 16There's nothing more classic than denim. But this summer, basic blues are anything but. We've rounded up 15 of the latest styles, including racy red shorts, a retro-inspired vest, stonewashed swimwear and more. You'll never look at denim the same way again.
Vested Interest
2 of 16A vintage-inspired vest may be a nod to the '80s, but when paired with a contemporary maxi-dress, the look is totally modern.
SEARCH: Which '80s Pop Star Best Rocked the Denim Vest?
SHOP NOW: Alexander Wang vest, $385
Purple Reign
3 of 16Colored jeans are an excellent investment for summer, and this trend will surely transition into the cooler months.
SEARCH: Which James Dean Movie Made Denim Popular Among Teenagers?
SHOP NOW: Current/Elliott jeans, $167
Shorts Stop
4 of 16As the weather heats up, short shorts will be back in a big way. A colorful, high-waisted pair further defines this retro look.
SEARCH: Which Sexy '70s TV Star Became Synonymous With Denim Short Shorts?
SHOP NOW: Maje shorts, $175
Skirting The Issue
5 of 16Packing for a summer holiday? A versatile flowy skirt is an excellent suitcase staple. Throw in a few nautically striped and plain white tees, and off you go.
SEARCH: True or False—In 1885, You Could Buy Jeans For $1.50
SHOP NOW: Peter Jensen skirt, $126
On The Fringe
6 of 16Those who prefer more subtle accessories can opt for a sedate denim clutch. But if you don't mind walking on the wild side, then this wristlet ups the ante with metallic details and leather fringe.
SEARCH: What's a Surprising Use for Denim That's Good for the Environment?
SHOP NOW: Coach wristlet, $98
Easy Does It
7 of 16Pair a minimalist shift dress with statement earrings and sandals for an evening out, or throw one over a bikini as a chic cover-up.
SEARCH: More Denim Dresses
SHOP NOW: Stella McCartney dress, $725
Dress For Success
8 of 16Eyelet details keep a denim dress sweet and appropriate—perfect for casual work Fridays or cocktails on the beach.
SEARCH: Where Did the Word "Jeans" Come From?
SHOP NOW: Sandro dress, $350
Shoe In
9 of 16Just like your favorite pair of jeans, denim shoes go with just about everything, making these pumps summer staples.
SEARCH: More Denim Shoes
SHOP NOW: Sam Edelman pumps, $100
The Long Way
10 of 16Maxi-skirts are a key look this season. Instead of sticking to flowy styles, try a denim version for a more fitted look.
SEARCH: More Denim Skirts
SHOP NOW: Topshop skirt, $90
Suit Up
11 of 16Wear your ripped jeans poolside in a stonewashed and beaded string bikini.
SEARCH: Which Pop Star and Her Boyfriend Wore Matching Head-to-Toe Denim?
SHOP NOW: Emamo bikini, $220
In The Bag
12 of 16A denim bag is so versatile, so opt for an oversized hobo. It will be your go-to summer carryall for stashing goods from the farmers market and then hitting the beach.
SEARCH: See Which Celebs Have Been Caught Wearing Mom Jeans
SHOP NOW: Imoshion Catalonia hobo, $59
Go West
13 of 16You don't need a pair of cowgirl boots to pull off a Western shirt. Paired with white jeans and sweet wedges, this classic denim will appear sleek no matter where you travel.
SEARCH: True or False—The History of Denim Dates Back to the 16th Century
SHOP NOW: John & Jenn blouse, $98
Wear Them Out
14 of 16Wide-legged trousers are flattering on almost everyone, as they elongate the leg for a statuesque silhouette. Lucky for us, this chambray pair will remain seasonal through summer, through winter and back again.
SEARCH: Are Skinny Jeans Really a New Trend?
SHOP NOW: Level 99 trousers, $118
Up The Ante
15 of 16Ditch the everyday denim jacket in favor of a more grown-up, tailored version that can double as a blazer.
SEARCH: Which Teen Heartthrob is Known to Sport White Denim?
SHOP NOW: Coldwater Creek jacket, $80
Long And Short
16 of 16Want to stay cool this summer without baring all? Trade the ubiquitous short shorts for more conservative—but still fashion-forward—culottes.
SEARCH: See Celebrity Trendsetters Wearing Denim Shorts
SHOP NOW: MIH culottes, $165
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