I love myself a good pair of white jeans (even though I’ve struggled a LOT over the years trying to find my perfect pair of white jeans). I’ve never understood why the white colorway of any denim style fits differently than all the other washes. (WHY?!) White jeans are such a great year-round staple that it was worth all the hassle. If you also love white denim and are wondering how to style your white jeans and jean shorts in any season, you’ve come to the right place!

Below, I shared all my tips for styling white jeans and jean shorts as well as compiled 16 outfits ideas for inspiration in any season (4 outfits per season!). You’ll also find an assortment of shopping widgets to aid you in your journey to find the perfect pair of white denim. Hit the heart next to your favorite items to receive a sale alert emailed directly to you!

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How to Style White Denim in Any Season

When you think of white denim, you probably think of spring and summer. It’s the quintessential summery material. Classic Americana, if you will. But don’t let these versatile jeans fool you: You can easily wear white jeans into the fall and winter! Here’s how to style white denim in any season with tips on what tops and shoes you should wear with white jeans, where to stop for white jeans, and outfit inspiration and style tips for every season!

TOPS TO WEAR WITH WHITE JEANS

The beauty about white jeans is that ANYTHING goes. Seriously, anything! You basically have a blank canvas you’re working with. The tops I recommend you wear with white jeans vary by season. In the spring and summer, opt for your lightweight cottons and linens. Of course, pull out your cozy sweaters and cardigans in the fall and winter months. Chunky knitwear pairs so well with white skinny jeans! Button-down shirts also work well with white denim, and if your office is casual enough for white denim, a blazer quickly dresses it up if need be!

When it comes to picking a top, here are the colors I recommend wearing with white jeans:

Various shades of grey
Various shades of brown
Beige/light tan
Black
Chambray/blue denim
Navy/indigo
Light pastel shades (pinks, greens, etc.)
Earth tones (olive green, rust orange, etc.)

SHOES TO WEAR WITH WHITE JEANS

With white jeans, I recommend baring as much of your feet as possible. In the spring and summer, opt for sandals and flats that show a lot of skin (ballet flats are your best bet if you like flats). If you prefer to wear shoes that cover all of your feet, and/or it’s fall/winter and cold outside, pick shoes that are light colored. I typically avoid wearing black or other dark ankle boots with white jeans; the contrast is too much and it ends up making me look shorter than I am.

BEST BRANDS TO SHOP FOR WHITE JEANS

When you’re searching for your perfect pair of white jeans, one of the most important things to consider is sheerness. You definitely don’t want to end up with a pair of jeans that is see-through! One of my biggest sartorial pet peeves is when you can see the pocket outline through the jeans. That seems to happen most frequently with white jeans.

Here are a few of my personal favorite and other highly-recommended brands for white jeans:

Madewell
J.Crew
LOFT
Old Navy
Gap
Banana Republic
Kut from the Kloth
Good American
Hudson
Paige
DL1961
Levi’s

I rounded up 16 outfit ideas featuring white jeans and jean shorts below (4 for each season), and if you click on each photo you’ll be taken to the original post.

What are your thoughts on white jeans/jean shorts? Do you own a pair or two yourself?! If so, how do you style yours?

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White Jeans Outfit Ideas

White Jeans Outfits for Spring

I wear white jeans most often in the spring and summer months—no shocker there! By the time winter is over, I’m ready to lighten up my wardrobe, and white jeans are at the top of that list. Try wearing your white jeans as a transitional piece with a sweater or flannel shirt and jacket. It’s also fun to pair white denim with darker tops as another way to transition from winter to spring. Now is also the perfect time to pull out the fun patterned tops.

White Jeans and Jean Shorts Outfits for Summer

Summer is an especially fun time of year when it comes to wearing white denim, and it’s because it’s finally warm enough to wear white jean shorts! Pair your white denim shorts with lightweight button-down shirts for a business-meets-casual vibe. Summer is a fun time of year to go bold with the contrasts and also play around with monochrome. Dress your white jeans up with a blazer for work! And definitely don’t forget your regular linen tees; they save me every summer.

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White Jeans Outfits for Fall

When you think white jeans, you probably don’t think fall…but that doesn’t mean they don’t work for the fall, too! Stripes and white denim are a match made in heaven at any time of year. Fall is also when the sweaters start coming out in preparation for the cooler months, and I love wearing cropped sweaters with high-rise jeans. I also broke my own “rule” and wore dark boots with my white jeans. This outfit gives off equestrian vibes, so I don’t hate it!

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White Jeans Outfits for Winter

In the winter, pair your white jeans with all the cozy knitwear! I love having a monochrome moment with ivory sweaters. Shades of rich tawny brown pair so well with white, and I’m also a huge fan of navy and white together. You can tone down the high contrast of a navy/white outfit by adding a third color, like a grey coat or light pink sweater. Winter is a really fun time to play with various color combinations, especially during the holiday season.

How to Style White Denim (in Any Season!)