I Live in NYC and Love Denim—These Styles Are the Coolest Right Now
As a New Yorker that's lived in the city for decades, Elaine Davis has perfectly mastered a style that's chic and easy for a busy on-the-go life. One of the effortless fashion categories the digital creator behind @squarepearls considers a staple to complete her most-loved outfits? Denim.
"Denim is currently having a moment in the fashion world, but for me, denim has always been the moment," Davis told us. It's the glue that holds my wardrobe together. I honestly don't know what I'd do without it. I reach for my classic denim pieces every season, and the summer months are my favorite time to add new fun pieces to my wardrobe."
Below you'll uncover the denim trends Davis is wearing on repeat because she thinks they're this season's best. You'll also notice visual inspiration and shopping recommendations if you want to add one of the looks to your wardrobe.
Denim Skirts
"I have more denim skirts than I can count. They are a closet staple that works in every season." — Davis
Denim Trousers or Wide-Leg Jeans
"A good pair of denim slacks are always on repeat. I wear them to the office and love that they transition well for casual after-work events." — Davis
Denim Dress
"I'm always on the hunt for a great denim dress. Whether classically cut or a trendy silhouette, they always make a statement." — Davis
Bleached or Light-Wash Denim
"During the warmer months, bleached blue denim always works for me. It gives such a fresh summer vibe." — Davis
Denim Accessories
"Give me all the denim accessories." — Davis
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Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.
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