How to Wear an Oversize Denim Jacket

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You've probably had a denim jacket in your closet for, well, forever but this season they're a little different than the ones you might have worn in the past. You know and love the slightly slouchy fit and perfectly worn-in feel of boyfriend jeans—well, now it’s time to meet the jacket version. The oversize, lightweight layer offers a fresh spin on an old summer classic, and it can be paired with almost anything, making it a must-have piece.

If you're curious about the best way to style an oversize denim jacket, we've picked up on a few simple rules for wearing the summer staple. First, don't be afraid to wear it with jeans. In fact, many of our favorite outfits include a denim-on-denim look. Next, try rolling up the sleeves. This works especially well if you have sleeves with a cool pattern underneath. And finally, experiment with it. Try wearing it off your shoulders or in place of a top. The sky's the limit. Here, shop the trend with our favorite oversize denim jackets from Madewell, ASOS, Topshop, and more.

Now excuse us while we wear our oversize denim jackets all season long.

Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.