When it comes to denim trends, it's rare when we see one that is truly brand-new. Instead, we see styles being rotated throughout the years, giving you a larger incentive to hoard every pair of jeans you get your hands on (sorry, minimalists). Today, we're focusing on light-wash denim because the trend is too prevalent these days to ignore.
Light wash denim is cool and all, but planning outfits around the style can be tricky. Are there certain colors you should wear with the wash? Are they not formal enough for a casual Friday office look? And the questioning goes on. Ahead, we've gathered a handful of our favorite light-wash denim outfits, accompanied by our favorite light-wash denim available for you to shop now. Ask us to say light was denim one more time…
With sneakers like that, any pair of jean would look like a million bucks.
This clean-cut look wouldn't be complete without these cropped wide-cut jeans.
Light-wash denim proves to be extremely versatile in this unexpectedly dressed-up look.
The cool-girl way to wear skinny jeans.
The ripped knees on these jeans give a slightly unpolished quality to this chic look (in a good way).
We would wear Fila with anything these days, tbh.
A frayed crop jean and a matching denim belt are the perfect way to take your look to the next level.
Shop our favorite light-wash jeans:
The cool way to spice up light wash jeans.Available in sizes W2430 to W3634.
The self-tie belt on these jeans not only emphasizes the high-rise waist but is the built-in accessory you never knew you needed.
Available in sizes XS to XL.
A perfect complement to your ankle boots.Available in sizes XS to L.
These high-waisted straight-leg jeans are lightly faded and distressed, creating a truly vintage feel.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
The slim-fitted pair of jeans that are casual Friday approved.Available in sizes 16 to 30.
Meet your new wardrobe staple. Available in sizes 1 to 3.
Ever thought to combine denim with a drawstring waistband? Neither did we (until now).Available in sizes 24 to 34.
The palazzo style makes these pants perfect for the summer months ahead.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
The cropped high-waist jeans you need in your life.Available in sizes 14L32 to 24L32.
We'd buy Off-White anything these days.Available in sizes 24 to 31.
You can't go wrong with these affordable jeans.Available in sizes 24 to 36.
These bad boys feature a conveniently gap-proof contoured waistband.Available in sizes 8 to 12.
These '90s-style straight-leg jeans are everything we love right now.
Available in sizes 23 to 32.
Take a walk on the wild side and opt for an ultra-wide leg.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
An ideal amount of distressing and fraying is hard to find, but these jeans are just what we've been looking for.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
The light-blue wash and slightly fringed hems on these jeans give us the perfect blend of modern and vintage.Available in sizes 14W to 24W.
Now that you have your new favorite denim trend at the ready, find out how to add maximum style to a T-shirt and jeans this spring.
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