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Why You Should Have White Denim Shorts in Your Summer Wardrobe

Why You Should Have White Denim Shorts in Your Summer Wardrobe

Happy Thursday! For years, Beth has shared white denim outfit inspiration on the blog, and today I am following her lead with white denim shorts, a summer wardrobe staple. White denim is great all year long, and when the temperatures heat up in the summer, making the switch to white denim shorts is a no-brainer.ย 

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ย  Today, Kelly shares White Denim Shorts – a Summer Wardrobe Staple

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ย  Find shoppable outfit inspirations and a collection of white denim shorts

Why You Should Have White Denim Shorts in Your Summer Wardrobe

How to Wear White Denim Shorts

White Denim Shorts are perfect for summer for many reasons: let’s say you want to wear white shorts, but are worried about the see-through factor, white denim shorts to the rescue. The thicker denim material easily hides your undergarments.ย 

White denim shorts also offer the perfect opportunity to wear denim-on-denim; pair your white denim shorts with a chambray top for a classic color/material combination.

White Denim Shorts Outfit Inspiration

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High Waist Denim Bermuda Shorts | Collared Chambray Top | Ariane Platform Sandal | Handwoven Leather Tote | Noosa Cat Eye Sunglasses | Tortoiseshell Acetate Apple Watch Band | Tortoiseshell Collar Necklace | Tortoiseshell Flower Stud Earrings

 

 

White denim shorts are easier to dress up than blue denim shorts, in my opinion. White denim shorts offer a crisp look. And being white, they will pair well with any other color.ย ย ย 

White Denim Shorts Outfit

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Wit & Wisdom Denim Knee Shorts | Linen-Blend Scoopneck Vest | Helena Blazer in Stretch Linen-Blend | Edith Wedge Sandal | Water Resistant Raffia Loafer | Ella Small Hand Crochet Tote | Metallic Chainlink Necklace | Corfu Stacked Bracelet

 

 

How to Style White Denim Shorts

I kept my White Denim Shorts outfit pretty casual today, but a button-up shirt always gives any outfit a more polished look. This Cropped Gamine Shirt in Liberty Print is nearly sold out, but I found a few other floral button shirts: Here, Here, and Here.

how to style white denim shorts

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Cropped Gamine Shirt in Liberty Print sizes limited, similar Here, Here and, Here | White Denim Shorts sizes limited, similar Here, and Here | Bembian Jeanne Leather Bag | Gabi Thong Slide Sandal

 

 

Each year, J.Crew has a collaboration with Liberty Prints and I always keep an eye out for the new floral print. Usually, their Liberty prints show up on bathing suits and shirts. I like this year’s Ellie Ruth Pink Print because it’s a beautiful combination of pink and orange flowers that sit atop a wavy khaki stripe pattern.ย 

Why You Should Have White Denim Shorts in Your Summer Wardrobe

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Cropped Gamine Shirt in Liberty Print sizes limited, similar Here, Here and, Here | White Denim Shorts sizes limited, similar Here, and Here | Bembian Jeanne Leather Bag | Gabi Thong Slide Sandal

 

 

The Cropped Gamine Shirt is a J.Crew style I fell in love with last year. I have this style in white and a very cute navy and white mermaid print. If you’re petite, this is a great button-up because it’s not cropped on us – instead, it hits right at the hip. No tucking needed! I bet this top will be a J.Crew mainstay, being restocked in solid colors and rolled out in seasonal prints for years to come (this is my hope, at least!).

cropped Gamine shirt

How to Accessorize White Denim Shorts

When in doubt about casual footwear in the summer, slide into a pair of leather thong sandals – they are trending this year, and not just for the poolside or beach-going. A sleek pair of leather thongs are casual, but more elevated than a sporty version made of leather or rubber. My pair ofย  Gabi Thong Slide Sandals from Madewell are comfortable, easy to walk in, sturdy, and well-made. This pair went with me on many dusty, wet, and sandy adventures in Mexico and held up really well.ย 

woven summer bag

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Cropped Gamine Shirt in Liberty Print sizes limited, similar Here, Here and, Here | White Denim Shorts sizes limited, similar Here, and Here | Bembian Jeanne Leather Bag | Gabi Thong Slide Sandal

 

 

This Bembian Jeanne Leather Bag is on loan from Beth’s collection and I have to say that I loved it so much, I may have to purchase one of my own! This exact color of the Bembian Jeanne Leather Bag is no longer available, but there is a cream color available. And you can find a black version at J.Crew.

Jeanne leather bag

I have had a wicker woven Bembien bag for several years and it’s held up beautifully. The woven leather bags are even more durable and will last a lifetime – a great investment if you ask me!

I love how the leather straps are braided on the Jeanne Leather Bag. A gorgeous detail that makes the shoulder straps comfortable and strong. The Bembien bag I have my eye on? The Camilla Bag in caramel.ย 

shorts summer outfit idea

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Cropped Gamine Shirt in Liberty Print sizes limited, similar Here, Here and, Here | White Denim Shorts sizes limited, similar Here, and Here | Bembian Jeanne Leather Bag | Gabi Thong Slide Sandal

 

 

White Denim Shorts for Every Style

1.

Phadera Cotton Denim Shorts

(Nordstrom)

Shop Now Phadera Cotton Denim Shorts High Waist Denim Bermuda Shorts

2.

High Waist Denim Bermuda Shorts

(Nordstrom)

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3.

Frame The Easy Denim Shorts

(Nordstrom)

Shop Now Frame The Easy Denim Shorts Girlfriend White Denim Shorts

4.

Girlfriend White Denim Shorts

(Talbots)

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5.

Mid-Rise White Denim Shorts

(J.Crew)

Shop Now Mid-Rise White Denim Shorts

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