We’re loving this look on ballroom dancer/vocalist Julianne Hough: a perfect no-fuss spring denim dress that’s both casual and feminine. We were thrilled to find out that this perfect one piece is by Topshop and accessible to all price points. We’d recommend throwing this on with some earth tone wedges or just as Julianne did with black ankle boots. You’d have to ditch those by June, obviously.
Topshop Mid Wash Denim Tunic Dress (click to buy)

—DT Staff
Tags: buy denim online, celebrity denim, denim dress, julianne hough, medium-wash, spring denim style, topshop dress, what to wear
Dazed & Confused March 2013 features model Kasia Struss wearing denim-as-couture in the form of backwards-jean denim dresses, oversized jackets, and floor length gowns. Shot by photographer Josh Olins, the shoot features styling by Robbie Spencer, who put together more creative takes on your basic jeans and workshirt than you probably imagined possible. Check out the full editorial below.

—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: Dazed & Confused March 2013, denim dress, denim gown, Denim On Denim, double denim, Josh Olins, Kasia Struss, Robbie Spencer
Hayden Panettiere was seen grabbing some pizza in NYC while wearing a super-cute Topshop denim dress, leggings, and classic fall boots. She belted the dress with a thick leather belt and wore her hair in a loose boho-friendly side braid. Can you think of any more chic-and-easy fall combo than this?
Good news, denim lovers. You can have this dress in your choice of dark wash or light.
Topshop Stud Denim Dress / Topshop Stud Denim Long Sleeve Dress
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: celebrity denim, denim dress, fall fashion, Hayden Panettiere, studded denim, studded dress, Topshop
While resort season is generally known for clothing conducive to poolside lounging and exotic vacations, when denim is involved it tends to be in the form of super wear-able styles and a dominance of light wash. We also saw some trends pop up, like wide legs and printed boyfriend jeans. Below, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite blue jean cameos in the resort 2013 collections.
Above, Derek Lam
Above, 10 Crosby by Derek Lam; Anna Sui; Band Of Outsiders
Above, Theysken’s Theory
Above, House Of Holland; Gucci; Givenchy
Above, Rachel Comey
Above, Jen Kao; Diesel Black Gold; Chanel
Above, Nina Ricci; Marc by Marc Resort; Proenza Schouler
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: denim dress, denim skirt, Designer Denim, light wash denim, resort 2013, resortwear, what to pack for vacation
Making a stylish statement and keeping it totally rock’n'roll is Nasty Gal‘s specialty, and one of their latest must-have pieces is an acid wash little denim dress. Coined the “Acid Dream Dress“, this nasty little number has a corseted top and a cross-strap back, in the perfect late 80s acid wash texture. Rock this under a tailored blazer or a leather jacket, with anything from beach sandals to killer heels. Pile on the jewelry and let down your hair for an outfit no one will forget anytime soon.
Grab your Acid Dream Dress here for just $58!
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: acid wash, denim corset, denim dress, nasty gal, sexy denim, summer 2012
Welcome to your morning dose of denim news, links, sales, and inside info! Catch up on what’s happening and browse our personal picks for the most interesting what-not that turns up during our morning web crawl. Got a tip you think we should include, a sale you want to share, or a style you just saw and can’t live without? Email us!
1. We’re all over the Vibram sole deck shoe as a perfect option for men’s spring anti-kicks. We’re thinking this subtle hint of mint is the best way to bring pastel into the unsuspecting man’s wardrobe.
2. Going hiking anytime soon, outdoor-lovers? Pack up your stuff in this rugged denim backpack.
3. Check out the too-cool-for-school Ksubi FW12 runway lineup (and start making your wishlist).
4. Denimblog has the Wrangler FW12 press preview day wrap-up, in case you missed it!
5. Caroline Trentini wore a denim ballgown by Olivier Theyskens to the MET ball. Honestly, one of the far more attractive dresses we saw walk the red carpet…
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: Caroline Trentini, denim backpack, denim dress, denim gown, Ksubi fall 2012, met ball, Olivier Theyskens, Vibram sole deck shoe, Wrangler fall 2012
Shopbop is having a secret sale right now, but we’re letting the cat out of the bag. Friends and family can use the code “INTHEFAMILY20″ at check-out to score 20% off merch until midnight. Need a perfect pair of skinny jeans, boyfriend jeans, or some cut-off shorts? Shop some of our favorite picks below, and save!
1. Citizens of Humanity cropped Jeans 2. J Brand Jeggings 3. IRO Skinny Jeans
4. Current/Elliott Shorts 5. FREE PEOPLE Cut-Off’s 6.DL1961 Cut-Off Shorts
7. Free People Denim Dress 8. Free People Denim Skirt 9. Current/Elliott Boyfriend Jeans
Happy shopping!
—DT Staff
Tags: cut off shorts, denim dress, denim on sale, red jeans, sexy jeans, skinny jeans, yellow jeans
Denim in the spring and summer? Yeah, we’re planning on it. But as the weather gets warmer and it’s time to frolic in the park or take a stroll through the lower east side, city girls know a cute, versatile dress is the key to an outfit that will be comfortable and classy all day long. Denim dresses are one approach we adore, and we’ve listed 6 of our fav’s below.
2. Paul & Joe Diffus stretch-denim dress
3. L’Agence Stretch-denim dress
4. Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Polka-dot denim dress
5. Carven Knitted cotton and denim dress
6. See by Chloe Denim bustier babydoll dress
Happy spring!
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: denim dress, shopping guide, Spring trends, summer style, what to wear
We all love sales and discounted buys, especially when it comes to finding great denim, but once in a while it’s crucial to invest in a lasting, timeless piece for your closet that you can turn to for years to come. These are the items you won’t ditch when you’re spring cleaning, and you’ll never run out of ways to wear them. If you’re looking for “the one” this spring, we’ve got a few recommendations to toss your way. Here are 6 luxurious denim pieces to invest in. You won’t be sorry!’
1. TEXTILE Elizabeth and James Embroidered Denim Jacket
2. Victoria Beckham Powerskinny Jeans
4. TEXTILE Elizabeth and James Morrison Denim Flares
6. GUCCI Faded boyfriend-fit straight-leg jeans
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: boyfriend jeans, chambray jacket, denim blazer, denim dress, sexy jeans, tailored blazer, Victoria Beckham, what to buy, white jeans
Browsing lookbooks from designers the world over, from start-ups to established brands, a denim ensemble that we seriously love pops up now and again, resulting in a pressing need to pass on to you guys. While the brands don’t all specialize in denim, the inclusion of their quirky denim looks relay the versatility and universal appeal of our favorite textile. Below, five looks from five designers that will put a little spring into your warm-weather wardrobe.
An emerging design team (Susanne Ostwald and Ingvar Helgason) from London who specialize in combining modern technique with natural fabrics and applications. Beadwork and artistic bleaching/dying are common. We’re in love with this chambray cropped jacket from their latest resort collection.
2. EOTOTO (エオトト)
Known for an overload of tribal/ethnic prints and a tailored approach to free-spirited menswear, this Japanese brand released a spring 2012 collection with several denim pieces we’re coveting, most of all a denim patchwork shirt that stands out among its graphic counterparts.
3. NYGÅRDSANNA
The Swedish label responsible for this ethereal lookbook (which you can see more of here) is Anna Bengtsson. She creates her designs using natural materials and infuses a specific brand of Swedish culture into each look. She also plays with the balance of masculine and feminine elements in her designs. This utilitarian dress caught our eye because it is a perfect example of that balance.
4. Gorman
Australian brand Gorman produced this super-cute collection ripe with prints, colors, and feminine silhouettes includes a pair of light-wash jeans printed in oversize polka-dot.
5. 69
LA-based unisex brand 69 (pause here to reflect on the cleverness/audacity of the name) released a spring 2012 collection that utilizes large shapes and minimalist aesthetic (and lots of denim, which helps some of these more feminine pieces stay unisex, we think). Everything is made in LA.
Don’t forget to click through and learn more about each of these designers!
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: denim dress, Denim Overalls, NYGÅRDSANNA, OSTWALD HELGASON, printed jeans, spring 2012, spring denim trends, spring style, what to wear