Would You Wear… a Denim Vest?
Denim vest street style looks. Photo Credit: 1, 2
The denim vest trend was popular on the runways last season and is making a statement on the streets this season. Since a denim vest is typically an edgy, unexpected piece, you can wear it to toughen up any outfit. In addition, a studded or worn-in denim vest can also create great contrast when paired with a cute summer dress.
Personally, I love this trend for its versatility – after all, denim goes with everything. Also, there are so many options available: If you aren’t a fan of light denim or studs, you can easily find black or white denim vests! There’s truly a style of denim vest out there for everyone.
If you’re not sure how to wear a denim vest, try one of these celebrity looks…
Celebs rocking denim vests. Photo Credit
Still unsure about denim vests?
Leave a comment and let’s discuss! Do you think this trend is the perfect summer look? How would you wear a denim vest? Do you own one? Tell us your thoughts by leaving a comment below!
Posted on on June 7, 2011 / Filed Under: Would You Wear? / Tags: Denim, denim vest, Featured, Jeans, kim kardashian, Sienna Miller, Street Style, Summer 2011, summer trend
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Meagan Jackson
Yes I would definitely wear a denim vest I’ve been looking for one a while now but I can’t find any can someone tell me any places or websites to find one. Thamks.
Meagan Jackson
I would wear a denim they are so cute and can go with anything I’ve been looking for one but no luck can you tell me where I can find one in stores or online.
Madeline
Yes, definitely love my denim vest and have been wearing it for a long time!
Annalise
Yes, I do wear one! I love mine, and it’s a good way to make an otherwise blah outfit stand out more.
Harley
Yes! I have been looking for one for months and I can’t seem to find one. Any advice on where to find one would be awesome!
Tara
I actually wore one on my birthday this past weekend! I wore it over a printed maxi dress.
Samantha
I saw one at Heritage 1981 that I may get…that is, if it looks good when I try it on. :)
Lizzy
Sure why not, they are cute. If I see one I like I’ll buy it :)
alex
Love it! I am having trouble finding one, though.
Kelsey McCormick
Yes, I ordered one from urban outfitters and it looks great over a cute summer dress.
Rachel H
Yes! I love wearing mine with floral dresses to give them an edgier feel. Its great for music festivals such an easy, cool, spice up for an outfit!
melanie
Actually…. no. Its really 90s grunge for me and I dont think they look polished and clean. Its not really my cup of tea.
Paula*
I doubt it. People already tell me that I look like a little kid. I think a denim vest would just make it worse.
Jess
Definitely. I don’t have one though. I’d like to go to a thrift store to find a denim jacket I could cut the sleeves off of to make my own.
Ellen
I love my denim vest. I wear it way too much! My favorite outfit to wear it with is a black maxi dress and a large black bow in my hair!
Kristina
I looove my denim vest. I have one from Levis in a very soft, chambray material and it’s super cute. I want a smaller, actual denim one next
Imani
I actually got a UO grey denim vest a few years ago and love it. It’s instant spice to a plain outfit without going over the top.
Antoinette
YES! I’ve been looking for a male jean vest. hopefully ill find one.
Carie
Yes! I just scored an awesome one at a yard sale and can’t wait to rock it all summer : )
Charis
I’m not a fan. They’re just not my style. At all.
Monica
Kim Kardashian’s yes, I would. The other two, nope!
Caitlin
I love denim vests for adding some edge or grunge appeal to an outfit. I’m still looking for the perfect denim jacket, maybe a vest will make it into my wardrobe instead :)
Ashley
I got one last summer at American Eagle last summer, it’s sort of boring and oversized so this month I”m going to add some studs to the shoulder area and switch it up from being so boring
Aik0
I have one like Kim’s, but without the stud detail. I wore it with a much lighter wash chambray dress to give myself a little more coverage up top and avoid wearing a strapless bra. I like it with dresses and leggings, but I’d never wear it with jeans–it would be a bad case of double denim! That may sound like a contradiction as I wore it with a chambray (denim) dress, but I actually love the look of (light) chambray and (dark) denim together. I need to get a chambray button down soon!
Katie
I got a majorly cute one at Goodwill for $5! It’s faded and cropped. Check your local thrift stores ladies!
Rachael
I really wanna try wearing a denim vest with a cute summer dress! I’ll check goodwill for now, cause of my budget, haha. Hopefully I’ll find something! Sienna Miller looks adorable and so put together and polished :)
Demariee
Perfect timing, I just got one last week!
Samantha
I actually disagree with Monica – I don’t like Kim Kardashian’s vest but I like the other two.
And I just got my vest yesterday at Heritage 1981! Can’t wait to wear it!
Stephanie
My last two outfits incorporated a denim vest both from my sister’s closet bought 3+ summers ago. I love the look with dresses
Darby
I love my vest. i’ve been unsuccessfully looking for another one. they’re perfect to wear over a bandeau top when you want a little more coverage.
Holly
I just bought one yesterday at Ross for only $10.99! It’s light-wash and cropped. It looks cute with a floral top or dress. I can’t believe I found a cute one in my size (XL) for so cheap.
Alli
I love this look, but it is hard to find a denim vest that looks good with my full breasts. I keep trying, but it just doesn’t look right. The moment I find a good one, I’m snatching it up!
FIDM Fashion Club
I have to admit that I’m a little skepital about the denim vest because you have to wear it right or if not, you can look like a total fashion victim! These celebs have it right and I will be keeping my eye out for a denim vest for sure :)
Rae
where do I find a demin vest and a demin jacket because I have been searching for the longest time and I cannot find one!
MissLG
@Meagan Jackson: well, I saw a very cute vest at Forever21 the other day.. you should check it out :)
Yes, I would certainly wear a denim vest :)