How to style a denim dress outfit | 6 stylish outfits

Let’s talk about how to style a denim dress. A couple weeks ago, I shared several ideas for wearing mini skirts in winter. One of those ideas was a denim mini dress. There are plenty of fresh ways to style that one dress, I also included it in my recent post on ways to style a scarf. So I decided to share a post just about that dress, with 6 unique denim dress outfits all in one place.

Make the denim dress a go-to part of your wardrobe

A denim dress, like a denim skirt, is a timeless, versatile piece that can be styled in countless ways to suit different occasions and seasons. Here are some ideas to make it a go-to part of your wardrobe:

1. Layer with cardigans: Pair your jean dress with a variety of cardigans or jackets depending on the season.
   
2. Add Tights or Leggings: In cooler weather, wear your denim dress with opaque tights or leggings to stay warm while maintaining a stylish look. Choose black or patterned tights to switch up the style.
   
3. Layer a crew neck sweater over the top: For a chic, layered look, wear a long-sleeve crew neck sweater over your denim dress. This can make the dress appropriate for colder months while adding dimension to the outfit.
   
4. Swap Shoes: A denim dress pairs well with a wide range of shoes. For a casual look, opt for sneakers, ballet flats, cute sandals or mules. For a dressier appearance, wear ankle boots or knee-high boots, and for a bohemian vibe, try wedges or strappy sandals.
   
5. Accessorize with Scarves or Jewelry: Add a scarf, statement earrings, or layered necklaces as a great way to personalize your outfit. Scarves can also add warmth and texture, while jewelry can be the perfect accessory to elevate the look.
   
6. Dress It Up or Down: Depending on the occasion, you can either dress up your denim dress with heels and a clutch for a night out or dress it down with sneakers and a crossbody bag for a more relaxed, everyday look.
   
7. Mix with Patterns and Textures: A denim dress serves as a great neutral base for pairing with patterned scarves, floral cardigans, or printed shoes. Mixing textures like leather, wool, or knit fabrics can create a more dynamic and interesting look.

By experimenting with these styling options, you can make your denim dress an incredibly versatile piece that works for many different occasions and seasons.

Option 1: layer a short sweater on top of the dress

Pair a classic crew neck sweater over the long sleeve denim dress for an ultra-trendy look. This is often done with a denim shirt, and it works well with the dress also. Add in some cute booties with a statement ruffle, and a preppy tote bag, like this Marc Jacobs option.

Option 2: pair the dress with a scarf and booties

This is the outfit I included last week in my post on styling the gorgeous blue and gray plaid scarf seven different ways. The scarf, booties and should bag with the bracelet watch, give this outfit a touch of sophistication perfect for dressier occasions.

Option 3: Casual Denim over leggings

Maybe the easiest way to style this denim minidress is to just pair it with some leggings and slip-on sneakers for everyday wear. Accessorize with sunglasses and a large leather tote bag for a trendy and stylish outfit that will get compliments.

Option 4: Pop of color

Valentine’s Day (and Galentine’s Day) is coming up. Pair the denim dress with a pink sweater and statement earrings for the perfect holiday outfit. Swap out the earrings and wear this all spring long. The Tory Burch purse and camel colored mules are trendy but classy too.

Option 5: Denim dress with black

Does this one look familiar? It is the outfit I shared a few weeks ago in my post on wearing mini skirts in winter. Combining the dress with a warm hat and pair of sneakers, plus the purse and earrings makes a casual but stylish look.

Option 6: Denim with lavender plaid

One great thing about this dress is you don’t have to put this dress away when cooler days arrive. Just pair it with the right accessories. An infinity scarf, like the lavender plaid one in this outfit, is a great choice to make a perfect look.

So there you have it, 6 of my top picks for styling recommendations for my favorite denim dress – let’s take our outfits to the next level!