5 Fresh Ways To Wear White Denim
Delivering an instant closet cleanse, white denim’s versatility provides the perfect fusion of elevated style and utilitarian function – so make it one of your warm-weather go-tos, says COLLEEN ROSS
Go all-white
The sleekest way to wear white is top to toe – just be sure to opt for separates in relaxed, easy shapes to keep the look fresh. Start with a denim maxi skirt or jeans, such as Mother’s ‘The Full-Pipe Ankle’ pair, which have a relaxed barrel-leg fit, before slipping on Victoria Beckham’s organic-cotton shirt. Then, add Aquazzura’s leather-trimmed mesh ‘Gioia’ ballet flats for an effortlessly chic daytime look.
VICTORIA BECKHAMOrganic cotton-poplin shirt$414.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size6 - out of stock8 - out of stock10 - out of stock12 - out of stock14 - low stock
MOTHERThe Full-Pipe Ankle mid-rise wide-leg jeans$143.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock25 - out of stock26 - out of stock27 - out of stock28 - out of stock2930 - out of stock31 - out of stock32 - out of stock
AQUAZZURAGioia bow-detailed leather-trimmed mesh ballet flats$380.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - out of stock3737.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.53939.5 - out of stock40 - low stock40.541 - low stock41.5 - low stock42
TWPPleated linen blazer$425.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizexx small - out of stockx small - out of stocksmallmedium - out of stocklargex large - out of stock
Add a pop of color
When the sun shines, white denim is the perfect way to counterbalance bold color. Ideal for off-duty days, Agolde’s frayed ‘Parker Long’ jeans, from our NET SUSTAIN edit of consciously crafted pieces, come in a high-rise shape with a roomier fit through the legs. Style them with Toteme’s pinstriped poplin shirt in bright cobalt-blue and sandals or boat shoes. Unfasten one or two buttons at the top to showcase an elegant necklace, like Sophie Buhai’s ‘Full Moon’ pendant.
TOTEMEPinstriped poplin shirt$342.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size32 - out of stock34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock
SOPHIE BUHAIMedium Full Moon cord and silver necklace
AGOLDEParker Long distressed denim shorts
MANOLO BLAHNIKDellasan 30 leather sandals$366.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock3737.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock43 - out of stock
Make it work for work
Don’t just save your white denim for the weekend – classic wide-leg jeans are the perfect partner for tailoring, too. Toteme’s jeans are beautifully cut with neatly pressed pleats and pair just as well with heeled sandals as they do sneakers. Wear them from the office to dinner in the evening with Saint Laurent’s double-breasted blazer, slingbacks and a chic ring stack. By Pariah offers up the chicest triptych with its ‘The Albert’, ‘Triple Eternity’ and ‘Essential’ rings in diamond-encrusted 14-karat recycled gold and onyx.
SAINT LAURENTDouble-breasted grain de poudre wool blazer
BY PARIAHThe Albert, Essential and Triple Eternity set of three 14-karat recycled gold, onyx and laboratory-grown diamond rings
TOTEMEPleated high-rise wide-leg organic jeans$228.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size24 - out of stock25 - out of stock2627 - out of stock28 - out of stock29 - low stock30 - out of stock31 - out of stock
LIFFNERMega Sprout suede tote
Keep it casual
Jeans and a tee will always be a classic combo, so it’s worth investing in quality styles you’re guaranteed to wear on repeat. The Row’s ‘Kaddy’ T-shirt is made from irresistibly soft brushed cotton-jersey and has an oversized, boxy shape that looks as good worn loose as it does tucked in. Embrace relaxed proportions with Alaïa’s barrel-leg jeans and roll the cuffs to showcase Adidas Originals + Sporty & Rich’s ‘Blanc’ sneakers – their tennis-court green shade delivers a welcome pop of color. Then, finish with timeless black accessories, such as Saint Laurent Eyewear’s timeless D-frame ‘Jacques’ sunglasses.
THE ROWKaddy oversized brushed cotton-jersey T-shirt$990.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmediumlargex large - out of stock
SAINT LAURENT EYEWEARJacques D-frame acetate and silver-tone sunglasses
ALAÏAMid-rise barrel-leg jeans
ADIDAS ORIGINALS+ Sporty & Rich Blanc leather-trimmed embellished suede sneakers
Take it away
Cool in warm weather, gleaming in the sun – it’s no wonder white denim is a vacation favorite. The easiest addition to your suitcase? A pair of shorts. Button Chloé’s frayed style over swimwear, such as Missoni’s ‘Mare’ striped crochet-knit bikini, adding Lizzie Fortunato’s yellow ‘Laguna’ necklace, and an oversized white shirt. Finally, reach for DeMellier’s ‘The Capri’ tote in leather-trimmed canvas – and you’re ready for a day at the beach or a stroll in the sunshine.
MISSONIMare fringed striped crochet-knit triangle bikini$348.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock46 - low stock48 - low stock
DEMELLIERThe Capri leather-trimmed canvas tote
LIZZIE FORTUNATOLaguna gold-tone beaded necklace
CHLOÉFrayed denim shorts$260.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size24 - out of stock25 - out of stock26 - low stock27 - low stock2829303132 - out of stock
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