How to Wear a Denim Vest: 13 On Trend Looks for 2025
Denim vests are my current obsession, and I hope after sharing these cute denim vest outfit ideas- you'll agree! Styling a jean vest is actually really easy, and I love it as an easy way to get a layered edgy look without trying too hard.
No matter your personal style, you can tweak any of these denim vest outfits I came up with to fit your vibe or body type. So let's dive in to these 13 stylish denim vest outfits to add an extra layer of style to your wardrobe this season!
13 Denim Vest Outfit Ideas to Easily Copy
These are all a great way to style a denim vest so that you can incorporate it into any outfit for a wide variety of occasions. All of these outfits are a little bit trendy, a little casual, and all are a fun way to style one of the hottest trends this season!
Classic Denim-on-Denim
For the easiest way to style your denim vest, look no further than pairing it with your favorite pair of jeans. This is a classic but casual look that can be rocked just about anywhere from date night to running errands.
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Sophisticated Chic
A shirt dress and boots never looked so cute layered with the right denim vest! I think this is the perfect way to style up an otherwise simple outfit. I love this look for Spring or Fall when you're in that transitional phase with the weather!
Laidback Cool Girl Vibes
In love with a wide leg black pant and chunky flat sandals paired with a denim vest for automatic cool girl style points. My favorite thing ever is when you can be comfy and look cute, and this denim vest outfit certainly fits that description.
Edgy Moto Boho
So I'm hearing that "moto boho" aesthetic is the next big trend for Spring. So, here is a look that definitely is giving edgy bohemian and looks perfect paired with a denim vest. I could totally see this being rocked at a music festival and fitting right in.
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Cute Summer Style
I will wear this on repeat all summer long. It's such an easy breezy outfit idea that takes this stylish piece and turns into a more polished look that is perfect for summer date nights or parties!
Casual Western Aesthetic
If you are loving the western trend, or you have a country music concert to attend, then this look is for you! You can also easily ditch the cowboy hat and boots for something more classic and this outfit is super cute and a classic way to style up your denim vest!
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Girl On The Go
I think we can all agree, denim vest look cute with black jeans. This is an easy one to recreate, and it makes you look chic and put together while feeling on-trend.
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Trendy Girl Summer
I know I said denim vests are my obsession right now, but boxer shorts are definitely up there as well. And the fact that they look so cute together means you can find me rocking some version of this laidback chic look when the warmer months hit!
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Country Concert Chic
There are so many versions of this denim vest and denim shorts set going viral on the internet because it's insanely cute! I love this as a set and as separates because the denim top and denim shorts are such versatile pieces on their own as well. I styled this up for a country concert look, but you could easily switch it up with sandals in the summer or classic suede boots in the fall for an easy go-to outfit idea.
Denim Obsessed
If you love the denim-on-denim trend, then you need to invest in a denim midi or maxi skirt! This easy way to style up your denim vest is chic and totally trending right now.
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Flirty Summer Chic
I love a good skort moment, and lo and behold a denim vest looks ridiculously cute paired with one! This is another laidback summer outfit that will be hard not to wear on repeat!
Bold Leopard Print
If you're a leopard print lover, then this look is for you. I love the denim and leopard print combo always, and this look is oozing with style. It's super cute with the pop of red from the mary jane flats, but it also would look cute with a pair of sneakers if that's more your style.
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Edgy Street Style
I had to sneak a sweatpants outfit in the mix, and this look definitely gives edgy street style vibes. Pairing a denim vest with a pop of red is always fun, and I love how this look is going to be super comfortable but also not your average athleisure look.
Easy Tips for Styling a Denim Vest
When it comes to styling your denim vest, make sure you get a wash and a fit that feels like YOU. Personally, I love the sort of tailored but cropped style that is trending right now, but if you love a boxy fit or a more oversized denim vest, then opt for that. Thanks to denim vest being insanely versatile, it's hard to go wrong with styling them.
My style hack: If an outfit looks good with a denim jacket, it will likely also look good if you swapped the denim jacket for a denim vest! So it's a fun way to add that chic denim layer to your look especially in the warmer months when a denim jacket might be overkill!
So those are my style tips and outfit ideas on how to wear a denim vest this season! Which look is favorite? Let me know in the comments below!
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