4 Ways To Wear A Denim Shirt and Bootcut Jeans: A Light Layer, Denim on Denim, Cardigan & Barn Jacket

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A denim shirt and jeans are two classic and timeless pieces every woman needs in her closet. They are both wardrobe staples that never go out of style. They are also so versatile and you can wear them so many ways!

I just added this Denim Shirt in “Everyday Blue Wash” and these Knit Denim Bootcut Jeans in “Jules Wash” and they are both SO GOOD! The denim shirt feels so soft and the blue color is perfect! The bootcut jeans are perfect in every way, in my opinion. It’s been a while since a pair of jeans have been this good! Talbots, please make more of these jeans! They are stretchy and hold their shape, the denim material is soft and the denim color is just right.

Talbots is one of my most favorite retailers! They have many styles to choose from, whether you are looking for wardrobe staples in versatile neutrals or pieces with lovely, bright colors and patterns. I have added several pieces from Talbots to my closet over the years and include their pieces often in my outfits. I love shopping at Talbots, both in the store and online!

For size reference: My height is 5โ€™9โ€ณ and my weight is approximately 180 lbs. I have an hourglass figure and am mid-size. For tops, I typically wear a size Large (12), depending on the brand and fit of the top. For bottoms, my usual size is a 12, waist 31; a 10-inch high rise fits my waist the best and a 28 inch inseam falls at my ankle, 30 inch inseam is full-length on me. My shoe size is 9 medium or 40EU.

Outfit 1: Denim On Denim

In this outfit, I’m wearing the Denim Shirt (size Large) tucked in the Knit Denim Bootcut Jeans (size 12). I added this Leopard Calf Hair Belt in โ€œTan Multiโ€ (Large), my cowgirl boots (similar) and a crossbody bag (similar). It’s a modern western vibe and I’m loving this look!

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Denim Shirt in “Everyday Blue Wash”
Knit Denim Bootcut Jeans in “Jules Wash”
Leopard Calf Hair Belt in “Tan Multi” exact
similar boots
similar crossbody bag

Outfit 2: With A Cardigan

Here I changed up the look by adding a cardigan and different shoes and accessories. This Fair Isle Cardigan in “Ivory Multi” (Large) is gorgeous and is so soft! I love the neutral colors in this cardigan with the ivory background and two-tone brown fair isle design. If there is one fair isle piece to have in your closet, it is this one!

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Shop The Outfit:

Denim Shirt in “Everyday Blue Wash”
Knit Denim Bootcut Jeans in “Jules Wash”
Fair Isle Cardigan in “Ivory Multi”
similar dark brown ballet flats
similar dark brown belt
similar dark brown bag

Outfit 3: With A Barn Jacket

Barn jackets are on trend this fall and I found this Coated Cotton Barn Jacket in “Tobacco” (Large) that you are going to love! It is a cotton-blend, is lined and is machine washable. The collar and sleeve ends are a chocolate brown corduroy which adds interest to the jacket. The tobacco color of this jacket is lovely for the fall and will coordinate well with all your fall outfits! I added this Leather Belt in “Havana Tan” (Large), which is the perfect tan color!

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Shop The Outfit:

Denim Shirt in “Everyday Blue Wash”
Knit Denim Bootcut Jeans in “Jules Wash”
Coated Cotton Barn Jacket in “Tobacco”
Leather Belt in “Havana Tan”
similar ballet flats
similar crossbody bag

Outfit 4: Denim Shirt As A Layer

Do you wear button-down shirts as a layer over tees? I do, when I need a light layer but don’t want to wear a jacket. Here I’m wearing the Denim Shirt in “Everyday Blue Wash” (Large) over this Bateau Neck Tee in โ€œBiscotti Heatherโ€ (Large). You may remember this Bateau Neck Tee in this post, “How To Transform Wardrobe Essentials To A Smart Casual Outfit“. I’m also wearing the Leather Belt in “Havana Tan” (Large) and the Suede Medium Hobo Bag in โ€œBurnt Siennaโ€.

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Shop The Outfit:

Denim Shirt in “Everyday Blue Wash”
Knit Denim Bootcut Jeans in “Jules Wash”
Bateau Neck Tee in โ€œBiscotti Heatherโ€
Leather Belt in “Havana Tan”
Suede Medium Hobo Bag in โ€œBurnt Siennaโ€
similar loafers in “cognac”

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5 Comments

  1. The way you styled the denim shirt open over the bateau tee in outfit 4 is such a smart light-layer trick โ€” it adds structure without the bulk of a jacket. I’ve found that wearing a slightly darker tee underneath gives the whole look more depth when the shirt is unbuttoned. Outfit 3 is my favorite though โ€” the tobacco barn jacket over double denim is a perfect nod to the fall workwear trend.

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