The most effortless way to embrace denim-on-denim is to don a classic co-ord, which consists of a denim jacket and a pair of jeans. However, consider taking things up a notch just like
Korean-American model Irene Kim has by rocking a vest — otherwise known as a waistcoat — in a different shade of blue as your outer piece instead.
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Left - EB Denim ‘Ava’ Denim Vest, USD245 (ebdenim.com); Centre - Mango Ribbed Cotton Blend Top, ~USD15.26 (mango.com); Centre - Trendyol High Waist Jeans, SGD59.90 (zalora.sg).
Style it: Irene’s embroidered denim vest is from the
CHANEL Spring/Summer 2021 collection, but you don’t need a designer budget to draw inspiration from her fashion-forward look. Opt for Los Angeles sustainable denim brand
EB Denim’s Ava Denim Vest, which features a v-shaped neckline and a light blue hue that’s similar to Irene’s. Layer a
white high-neck tank top underneath it and complete the look with a pair of darker wash denim jeans, like the ones above from
Trendyol.
The secret to creating a great outfit is to master your proportions. As such, remember to pair your oversized denim shirt or jacket with a snug-fitting skirt or shorts to achieve a balance. Check out Los Angeles-based fashion blogger
@michelleinfusino’s easy, casual-cool ensemble above and you’ll know what we mean.
Left - Mango Cotton Denim Jacket, ~USD45.94 (zalora.sg); Centre - Love, Bonito ‘Antonella’ Padded Top, USD30.90 (lovebonito.com); Right - Citizens of Humanity ‘Marlow’ distressed organic denim shorts, USD169.49 (NET-A-PORTER.com).
Style it: Start with a classic cotton denim jacket. These ones from
Mango are regular fit but run one size larger to help its wearer achieve the relaxed, casual look. For your top,
Love, Bonito’s Antonella Padded Cropped Top has a tie-front detail just like Michelle’s. But the best part of this? It’s padded, so you can step out comfortably sans bra and still have decent coverage. For bottoms, Michelle went with a pair of cuffed shorts. Alternatively, you can go with a pair with distressed details, like the ones above from premium denim brand
Citizens of Humanity.
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
Gossip Girl breakout star Whitney Peak went back to the basics with her
Canadian Tuxedo and added a boyish twist to it with her Converse High Top sneakers and white undershirts. (Can we take a moment to appreciate how great she looks in a
mullet too?) If playing mix-and-match is too tough of a task for you, you can always stick to this classic combo just like Whitney.
Left - Levi’s Ex-Boyfriend Trucker Jacket, ~USD107.30 (levi.com.sg) ; Centre - ASOS Design Relaxed Dad Shirt, ~USD36.04 (asos.com); Right - Levi’s 314 Shaping Straight Jeans, ~USD107.30 (levi.com.sg).
Prada x Pernille = a dream come true. Popular Danish fashion influencer
Pernille Teisbaek is the picture of effortless chic in her bra top and jeans from the Italian luxury fashion house’s sustainable denim collection. Her denim attire alone may have come across as a tad too casual, however, her effective use of black statement accessories — comprising a Prada Galleria bag, trending Prada leather loafers and sunnies — instantly elevates her outfit to front row-worthy.
Left - REDValentino Patchwork Denim Bralette, USD351.86 (NET-A-PORTER.com); Centre - Mango 100% Cotton Mom-Fit Jeans, ~USD45.94 (mango.com); Right - Charles & Keith ‘Perline’ Loafers, ~USD58.21 (charleskeith.com).
Style it: The coveted bra top and jeans from Prada have mostly sold out by now. Fortunately, the
REDValentino Patchwork Denim Bralette is an affordable alternative that you can consider if you wish to re-create Pernille’s outfit. For jeans, go with a darker wash, just like these
Mom-Fit Jeans from Mango. For your statement black accessory, simply slip your feet into these
Charles & Keith Perline Loafers. Don’t be afraid to accessorise further to showcase your style too, such as with a pair of cat-eye sunnies and a top handle purse.
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