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6 WAYS TO STYLE A CLASSIC DENIM JACKET THIS SPRING

03.28.23

Here are 6 timeless ways to style your favourite denim jacket for spring. From layering over it, to pairing it with a maxi dress, to going full on Canadian tuxedo, there’s an idea for any closet somewhere in here.

Read on for a quick look at some recent and past ways I’ve worn my classic jean jacket and see a round up of new and vintage options to check out if you’re in the market for one yourself.


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IN CASE YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A GREAT DENIM JACKET


LOOK 1

I’ve been seeing the fashion girlies wearing a trench over their denim jackets a lot this season and had to give the trend a go myself!

To keep it from feeling too busy I went with a white tee and sneakers, kept the denim tones the same (vintage mid wash) and paired my light trench with a similarly light toned bag. I’m actually really into this look and it gives some older, more classic pieces in my closet a fresh new feel!

STYLE BEE - TRENCH, DENIM JACKET, TEE, JEANS AND SNEAKERS
STYLE BEE - TRENCH, DENIM JACKET, TEE, JEANS AND SNEAKERS
STYLE BEE - TRENCH, DENIM JACKET, TEE, JEANS AND SNEAKERS

SHOP THE LOOK

LIGHT TRENCH: old | UNIQLO | Linked to similar, more options here.

RELAXED DENIM JACKET: old | EVERLANE | Linked to similar, more options here.

PINNACLE TEE: white | Power Of My People | True to size. Wearing a Small. More details in this post. | STYLEBEE10 for 10% Off | Canadian brand!

90’S CHEEKY JEANS: vintage mid blue wash | Everlane | True to size but if between take the lower size. I wear the 28.5″ inseam.

LOW 1 WHITE SNEAKER: Oliver Cabell | gifted | True to size. Full review here | similar for less here

TAUPE TOTE BAG: old | EVERLANE | I love this option.


LOOK 2

In this case, I’ve layered it over a maxi linen dress with the cuffs rolled back to expose the sleeves of the dress. Then I layered on a cozy scarf, chunky boots for trodding through melting snow and a black bag to balance the boots and pick up on the black thread in the plaid linen.

Style Bee - DENIM JACKET, MAXI DRESS, CHUNKY BOOTS, CREAM SCARF
Style Bee - DENIM JACKET, MAXI DRESS, CHUNKY BOOTS, CREAM SCARF
Style Bee - DENIM JACKET, MAXI DRESS, CHUNKY BOOTS, CREAM SCARF

SHOP THE LOOK

RELAXED DENIM JACKET: old | EVERLANE | Linked to similar, more options here.

FAYE DRESS: sold out | Gillian Stevens | Linked to a similar shape from the same designer. A similar plaid option here and here.

CORTINA BLACK CHUNKY CHELSEA BOOTS: MAGUIRE | True to size. | Also sold via Madewell. | Canadian brand!

IVORY CASHMERE SCARF: old | EVERLANE | Linked to a very similar option on sale.


LOOK 3

My take on the quintessential Canadian tuxedo!

I had to give this one a try after I found my very old chambray shirt in storage. Since it’s a similar wash to my mid blue jacket, I decided to pair those with a darker wash jean. To ease the palette slightly I grabbed my black and canvas high tops and paired the cream tones with my tote.

Style Bee - DENIM JACKET, CHAMBRAY SHIRT, STRAIGHT LEG JEANS AND CONVERSE HIGH TOPS
Style Bee - DENIM JACKET, CHAMBRAY SHIRT, STRAIGHT LEG JEANS AND CONVERSE HIGH TOPS
Style Bee - DENIM JACKET, CHAMBRAY SHIRT, STRAIGHT LEG JEANS AND CONVERSE HIGH TOPS

SHOP THE LOOK


RELAXED DENIM JACKET
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old | EVERLANE | Linked to similar, more options here.

CHAMBRAY SHIRT:old | EVERLANE | Similar hereherehere and here.

WAY HIGH JEAN:Vintage Indigo | Everlane | True to size, if between go down. I’m wearing the 27.5″ inseam

CHUCK TAYLOR 70’S HIGH TOP: Converse | True to size.

CANVAS TOTE BAG : Baggu


LOOK 4

I’ve always found it a little tricky to style a long dress in a more casual way but one formula I keep coming back to is to simply add a denim jacket and a pair of sneakers. By adding two laid-back elements, a long dress feels a lot more easy-going.

In this case I added a canvas tote too and I love this outfit for a spring day.

Style Bee - 6 Ways to Style a Denim Jacket
Style Bee - 6 Ways to Style a Denim Jacket
Style Bee - 6 Ways to Style a Denim Jacket

RELAXED DENIM JACKET: old | EVERLANE | Linked to similar, more options here.

JAMES DRESS: old | Jenni Kayne | Linked to more dresses from the same brand – LEE15 for 15% Off anytime.

WHITE SNEAKER: Low 1 White | Oliver Cabell | See my full review here.

SUNGLASSES: CELINE | Linked to a duty free source.

CANVAS TOTE BAG: Baggu


LOOK 5

Just a classic spring outfit for a classic spring day! It’s one of those don’t fix it if it ain’t broke combinations that never fails. I like to keep a classic outfit like this one fresh with contemporary fits, for example, an oversized jacket and straight leg jeans.

Style Bee - Stripes & Sneakers (Again)
Style Bee - Stripes & Sneakers (Again)
Style Bee - Stripes & Sneakers (Again)

RELAXED DENIM JACKET: old | EVERLANE | Linked to similar, more options here.

STRIPED T-SHIRT: old  | Similar option here.

BLACK STRAIGHT LEG JEANS: old | Similar option here.

LOW 1 WHITE SNEAKER: Oliver Cabell | gifted | TTS | Full unsponsored review on the blog.

CANVAS TOTE BAG: Baggu


LOOK 6

Here’s a denim jacket styling idea for when it’s still a bit cold out. I layered it over a wool sweater with a big cashmere scarf on top. Black skinny jeans and chunky suede boots make this look perfect for a chilly morning dog walk. 

Style Bee - 6 Ways to Style a Denim Jacket
Style Bee - 6 Ways to Style a Denim Jacket
Style Bee - 6 Ways to Style a Denim Jacket

RELAXED DENIM JACKET: old | EVERLANE | Linked to similar, more options here.

CHUNKY CASHMERE SCARF: old | Linked to a similar option.

EVERYDAY SWEATER: Ivory | JENNI KAYNE | True to size. More colours available. | LEE15 for 15% OFF

BLACK SKINNY JEANS: Everlane | TTS | These are a personal favourite staple.

CORTICELLA SUEDE BOOT: Maguire | gifted | TTS | Canadian Brand!

BLACK LEATHER HALF MOON BAG: Old | Linked to the one I’d try now if I were replacing it.


THANKS FOR TUNING IN!

I hope this gives you some ideas for how to style your denim jacket this spring.

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