14 Not So Basic Denim Jacket Outfits for 2025
The best part about a denim jacket? It's never going to be out of style! How you style it though? That's what can take your outfit from basic to stylish.
So today, I am sharing some easy ways to style up this classic piece to be on trend this season! I came up with 18 different ways to style this wardrobe staple that are easy to recreate.
Top Style Tips for Wearing a Denim Jacket
1-Keep the length in mind! I like to have a more cropped denim jacket option and an oversized denim jacket in my wardrobe. This way I don't have to worry about the length of my top making my outfit look awkward.
2-Choose a medium wash or have a variety of washes. I am a fan of a classic medium wash because it's going to go with everything! If you love a lighter wash, then I would definitely also own a darker wash so that you have options for pairing with any color or season.
3-Keep it casual! Denim jackets are meant as a layering piece with a casual vibe. I wouldn't wear it over a wedding guest dress or to a job interview!
Denim Jacket Outfits
So let's dive into these cute and casual jean jacket outfits that are easy to replicate! You can use these outfit ideas as inspiration to pair with your favorite denim jacket, or you can shop the outfits directly with the Shop the Look button.
Mini Floral Skirt And Sneakers
This denim jacket outfit is a fun look for spring or summer! Here I am rocking my go-to denim jacket with a white bodysuit, floral mini skirt, and white sneakers. Adding in a hair scarf, trendy bag, and other accessories can be a great way to make a basic look not so basic anymore!
Casual Jumpsuit Outfit
This look I styled is such a great casual weekend outfit idea! It's comfortable and cool, and the dark wash oversized jacket provides the perfect balance to the lighter casual jumpsuit and pops of color with the accessories!
Love a good jumpsuit? Check out my post on jumpsuit styling tips and outfit ideas!
Mini Skort & Cardigan
I love any excuse to rock a skort, and this casual way is too cute! I love how the denim jacket totally adds to this fun and girly outfit, but the outfit can also stand on its own if you need to ditch a layer! Usually denim jacket weather means we're in between seasons, and the temps can be unpredictable at times.
Love a mini skort moment? Check out my post on mini skort styling tips and outfit ideas!
Trendy But Neutral Trousers Look
Can the trousers trend just please never die? I love it. A good pair of beige wide-leg trousers look oh so chic paired with a denim jacket. Throw on some trendy ballet flats and a white blouse, and add in some cute accessories and you have the casual cool girl uniform!
If you also love finding ways to style your trousers, then check out my post with trousers styling tips and outfit ideas!
Graphic Tee & Leggings Fit
My mom-on-the-go uniform when the weather allows! An edgy but classic look for the modern millennial busy mom. Throw on some sunglasses and a crossbody bag and you are ready for everything from school drop off to running errands in style.
Need more cool mom outfit ideas? Check out my post where I share all the best styling tips for busy moms.
Sporty Tennis Dress Outfit
My favorite way to blend feminine and sporty vibes in the warmer months is rocking a tennis dress. Paired with a denim jacket, and this layered look can you take you from the sidelines at your kid's soccer game to the airport as a chic travel look.
Love a good athleisure look? Check out my post with tons more athleisure outfit ideas!
Sweet & Simple Romper Look
An easy outfit idea with a denim jacket? Throw on a cute little romper and some fun accessories, and you have a simple but stylish casual look! I would easily rock this outfit to brunch in the spring or summer months.
Wondering how else you can style a romper? Check out my post on how to style a romper without looking like you're stuck in 2015.
Cool Girl Black Maxi Fit
A black maxi dress does not have to be boring! You can easily style these classic staples together with the right accessories to elevate the look! I love rocking it with some stylish sneakers and chunky gold jewelry.
A Graphic Tee & Trousers Moment
Mixing and matching elements from other denim jacket outfits in new ways is a yes in my book. This time I took a graphic tee and tucked it into trousers instead of rocking it with some leggings. A chic hair accessory, suede tote bag, and an oversized denim shacket and this is the perfect outfit to tackle the day in.
Bold Prints for The Win
I love having fun with timeless pieces like a denim jacket and pairing them with a more trendy print! Whatever the print of the moment is that is speaking to you: gingham (like I styled here), leopard print, camo, you name it! A denim jacket is going to be a safe bet to pair with it because it reads neutral.
White Jeans & Boots Fit
I love this look because all of these pieces have timeless appeal that can work in any season (well, maybe except the boots and sweater in the summer, but you get what I mean!) You could easily rock this in the fall through springtime. The denim jacket works seamlessly with the neutral sweater and white denim jeans, and always pairs well with a chic pair of chelsea boots!
If you want more white jeans outfit ideas, then you got to check out my post on ways to style white jeans year round!
Trendy Layered Look
I love this layered look that looks extra chic with a denim jacket over top! The knee-high boots, the lace mini skirt under the oversized sweater- the whole look is chef's kiss! It's easy to replicate but looks so stylish.
Comfy Matching Set Outfit
When it comes to casual cool, a monochromatic look that is also super comfy is THAT GIRL. This easy outfit idea is one of my favs. Simply throw on a cozy matching set, a denim jacket, a baseball cap, and some sneakers. You definitely have most if not all of these pieces in the back of your closet!
Biker Shorts & 90s Vibes
For cool girl early 90s vibes, just throw your denim jacket on with a pair of bike shorts and plain tee or sweatshirt like I did here! Such an easy casual but chic look that you can rock the whole day!
I hope you loved these chic and stylish ways to style a denim jacket! It's such a great staple piece that we all have in our closets, so why not use it to it's full potential and have fun with all the different ways you can wear it?
Which of these denim jacket outfits was your favorite? Let me know in the comment section below!
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