Classic White Denim Jeans
If you’ve been reading along this week, you will not be surprised to see that classic white denim jeans are next on my list of modern denim basics for spring and summer. We’ve talked about the direction denim shapes are moving for spring/summer 2021, but the one thing that is staying constant is the color white. A great pair of white jeans, no matter their shape, is a useful addition to most women’s summer wardrobe.
No matter what happens with the shape of denim, if you are a lover of skinny jeans, I say go for it. Adding a tiny bit of trend helps to keep us looking modern but that doesn’t mean we should wear things we don’t like.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when looking for your perfect white denim jeans:
- rear pocket placement matters. Some brands have long rear pockets that continue onto the top of your thigh. This tends to make your butt look droopy. Chose smaller back pockets that are placed high and aren’t too long.
- opaque is the name of the game in any white pants including white jeans. Even if you’re wearing undies in your shade of nude, there are other considerations, mainly whether you can see the pocket linings through your jeans. These create distracting lines you just don’t need. I have been known to sew my jean pockets closed and cut off the inner pocket lining for a cleaner look.
Since white denim jeans aren’t as forgiving as darker colors, I suggest you avoid overly tight-fitting ones which can have that sausage casing look.
White jeans look terrific with other pale colors, head to toe white, and with contrasting dark colors. They are an all-around neutral that’s easy to pair with most things. I am a big fan of denim on denim and white denim with chambray which has a soft look.
Wider or fuller legs are a better proportion for higher heels and wedges. Skinny and slim-leg jeans look best with flats or low heels. Balloon leg jeans are popping up sporadically this season, with just a few companies making them. These are wider through the thighs and knees then tapper in at the ankle.
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Have you found that perfect pair of white denim jeans?
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Thanks for reading ladies and remember to wear what makes you feel confident.
I love Talbots jeggings. Not only because, as a petite, I can get them in a shorter length, but I find that while they’re skinny, they’re not too tight and not too loose. As Goldilocks would say, “They’re just right.” I have them in an embarrassing array of colors and washes as well, including white. I have a pair of their slim ankles in white, which I roll up like boyfriend crops. I am looking at trying a pair of their white wide leg crops, but I’m waiting for them to go on sale, while also looking for a pair of platform espadrille wedges to pair them with.
I love Talbots white jeans. I have quite a few pairs since that’s what I live in from spring through summer. I have the cropped and the slim ankle high rise. Thanks for your tips.
My favorite pair are white NYDJ. They say to size down in this brand but since they are white I stayed with my normal size especially since they are white. They are skinny jeans but fit more like a very slim straight leg. At 5’2” I don’t know if I will ever get on board with the wide leg pants unless they are a flowy beach pant. I also have a cute pair of white Chaps jeans from Kohl’s that are at least 8 years old. They are a slight boot cut. Love your posts!
Love my white jeans from Chico’s and my Capris by Chaps. Both fit well with no see through problems. (Do hate that look 👀)
Do love the Chambray shirt. As a matter of fact, I have a lt. blue one in my closet that will make an outfit just like yours.
Can’t wait to wear it somewhere.
Thanks 🙏 for a great blog.
Love the white jeans with the white t and chambray shirt. Jen, we will be taking our first vacation in a quite a while in mid-September–to Napa! Should I plan on still wearing summery clothes at that time? Since you are in CA and wear similar styles to me, thought you would be a good one to ask!
Do like your look today Jennifer and your jeans appear to be a superb fit! Excellent tips BTW as well. That said, I currently only two pairs of ‘white’jeans one in a skinny high rise fit and the other styled as a capri. Though the former was dirt cheap and definitely NOT a high end brand ; they are actually the favourite out of all the ones I own both in comfort ‘n fit, as well as maintenance as wash up so well and hold their shape beautifully. Plus they are opaque. To conclude and like yourself; I often sew pockets closed and (with pinking shears) even remove its inner section for a smoother fit. Also if a waistline is elastic but comes with a tie, I usually cut the latter off which eliminates bulk through that area. (If it is a fabric tie I might recycle it and create belt loops for option of a belt or add it as a piping trim to an otherwise DIY plain face mask.) -Brenda-
Footnote: Our stores are not open yet and am hoping when they do that their dressing rooms will be as well, as am anxious to try the Balloon style jeans, provided I can find them in a reasonable leg length. Nothing like going from one extreme to the other …. lol!
You look fantastic! Definitely one of my favorite summertime styles. I prefer the ankle length because I think it’s slimming, but capris are summery. My go-to white denim jeans are made by Bandolino (Nine West), which is out of business now. They’re about 6 years old and starting to look dingy. Stretch fabrics don’t seem to last as long, so I look for denim with no elastane. I wanted to like the NYDJ (Not Your Daughter’s Jeans) but after wearing them for a few hours, I’m tugging to pull them up. I have luck shopping at Marshall’s and TJMaxx because they carry so many brands, but like others have mentioned, without open dressing rooms it’s inconvenient. Macy’s carries the Charter Club brand (for us 60+ women) that seem to fit my waistline and are reasonably priced.