Jeans made with materials for warm weather are finally in stores, and, as someone who loves denim, I’m so excited. While dresses and skirts are obvious go-to options for summer outfits, jeans can be just as useful in the warm weather as other seasons! They’re a great option for summer nights, to avoid bugs (this is a serious one for me), or for the office.
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10 Summer Outfits With Jeans You Can Wear Right Now
Can You Wear Jeans In The Summer
Jeans are one of the most dependable pieces in most closets, including during the summer. You can typically get so many outfits out of them – especially if you work in a casual work environment and you can wear your jeans to work and on the weekend. Even in DC, where we have extreme humidity and heat, people wear jeans all the time, including myself.
The key to styling jeans in the summer is to use tops, shoes, and accessories to make your outfit feel like a summer outfit.
What to Wear With Jeans in Summer
Summer Flats
Raffia ballet flats, mesh flats, and espadrilles are all great closed-toe shoe options for the summer. I always turn to this type of shoe because they’re typically comfortable, chic, and just so practical. Of course, sandals are always an option too.
Linen Tops
Is there anything more comfortable than wearing a top that you barely notice when it’s hot outside? That’s linen for you, isn’t it? Whether you wear a long sleeve linen top or a flowy one, they’re perfect to wear with any color or style of jeans all summer.
Button Ups
Button ups are a go-to piece in my closet. I think I’d be lost without them. They’re just so easy to throw on, and they look good with jeans however you choose to style them – tucked in, with the sleeves rolled up, open with a tank top underneath, half tucked, or another way. I try to get 100 percent linen or 100 percent cotton button ups for the summer, but linen-blend tops are great too!
Outfit Ideas: How to Wear Jeans in the Summer
Lightweight Jeans and a Simple T-Shirt for Everyday Outfits
Lightweight denim options that are made for the hot weather makes styling jeans for summer outfits so much easier. These jeans are made of cotton and ramie, so they’re literally made for warm summer days. I wore them here on a 90 degree day and they were perfect for running errands. Click here to shop my outfit.
Jeans With Tailored Cutouts and A Summer Top
These jeans feel like the elevated, adult version of ripped jeans, which to be clear, I’ve definitely worn too. The cut outs on the sides are perfect for keeping a little cool when it’s warm out, but they’re very practical. I am obsessed with these jeans, and I wear them all the time. They’re true to size and just super flattering. I honestly can’t think of anything negative to tell you about them. I was concerned by the inseam length, but they fit perfectly for someone who is 5’4 or above. I’ve been wearing them with mesh flats, sandals, raffia flats, and my favorite loafers. You can shop my entire outfit here.
Linen-Blend Button Up With Summer Flats
A linen-blend button up with summer ballet flats like raffia shoes is a perfect combination for the office. These raffia flats are a dream, and I love how versatile they are.
Lightweight Drawstring Jeans For Under $60
This is what I think of when I think of summer outfits with jeans. I absolutely love this outfit and think it is so practical, but also very chic! While these lightweight wide leg jeans have a drawstring waist, the top and accessories give it an elevated look. It still feels polished! Wear this outfit to brunch or on vacation.
How To Wear White Jeans in Summer
I think white jeans are pretty straightforward to style, but here are a few tips!
Go for lightweight materials for those peak summer days
There are so many lightweight jeans now that you don’t have to wear the same white jeans in the summer as you do in the fall or winter.
Tonal is always chic
Tonal outfits are still a good idea with white jeans, whether you wear bright white or ecru jeans.
Or you can add a pop of color or pattern
A pop of color or pattern with a necklace, scarf, or shoes is a good idea with white jeans. I love this scarf, for example, because it’s lightweight and feels so summery. I also love these mesh ballet flats – sometimes a pattern works better than a bright color with white jeans since they’re more subtle.
Ecru Jeans And A Short Sleeve Cardigan
Straight leg ecru jeans are one of my favorite styles for summer because they look really nice with a flowy top or a button up or a summer sweater. Straight leg jeans are just super versatile. I’m wearing the 27.5 inch inseam length in these ecru jeans in my normal size 28.
Okay, if you live somewhere like DC where it gets in the 90s for weeks in a row, you might wonder why I’m suggesting a sweater to you. A short sleeve cotton cardigan is something you can pack for a beach vacation when you want a little sweater at night, or if you live somewhere that just doesn’t get as hot all the time. I wore this in Massachusetts, and it’s perfect for a New England summer. I’d also wear this in LA.
A Few Tips and Outfits For How To Dress Up Jeans in Summer
Wear Espadrilles or Summer Shoes With A Heel
I love these espadrilles that I bought this summer for our beach trip and other occasions where I want to elevate my outfit. I wore them with jeans and dresses. You can see them on me below!
Wear Jewelry That Feels Like Summer
There are so many fun seashell necklaces out this summer that adding a touch of summer to denim is super easy. Jewelry is an obvious, easy way to dress up your outfit. But, it’s what I always forget when I’m in a hurry!
Lightblue Denim and Espadrilles
An easy outfit for dinner at the beach. The seashell necklace, raffia bag, linen top, and espadrilles keep this outfit summery.
Jeans With A Linen Blazer
I wear this type of outfit a lot in the summer when I need a lightweight layer for dinner, whether we’re eating inside or sitting outside. A linen blazer is always a good idea to wear with jeans in the summer.
Lightweight jeans and raffia shoes
The jeans I’m wearing are another pair that are made for summer weather. They’re called featherweight jeans, and they hit around the ankle. The fact that they’re wide leg jeans also helps keep you feeling cool when it’s hot. If you love to wear jeans throughout the summer, whether you’re wearing them when it’s 90 or when it’s 70, they’re a good option for warm temperatures!
How to Style Black Jeans In The Summer
Wear Summery Shoes and Accessories
One of the best ways to make black jeans feel summery is through the rest of your outfit. I love how black or dark grey jeans look with summer shoes and a linen button up, for example. I also wear black jeans in the summer with mesh shoes and a lightweight t-shirt like below.
White Barrel Jeans Styled for Summer
Barrel jeans feel trendy, but I think they’re here to stay. They are essentially a universally flattering pant because of the way they’re cut. Not all barrel jeans are the same though – some are a super wide leg style, but the pair I styled here are much more tailored, which is what I prefer. I own these in a different color and really love them! You can easily wear this outfit with just the linen top or just the button up, too! There are lots of summer jeans outfits that you can get out of white barrel jeans.
Barrel Jeans And A Fish Top
This fish top is quintessential summer! I love how it looks with the barrel jeans for a mix of feminine and edgy.
Did you find a way to style jeans this summer? Let me know in the comments, and be sure to sign up for my email list!
