HOW TO STYLE WHITE JEANS, BECAUSE THEY'RE A SUMMER ESSENTIAL

White jeans are a summer staple. A fresher take on denim that feels cool even when the weather isn't, they're the first choice of all your favourite celebs and probably all your work colleagues, too. And for good reason. If you're yet to invest, or if you're just unsure what to wear them with – keep reading. Here are four ways how you can wear white jeans this summer, from modern barrel-leg styles to classic straight cuts.

If in doubt, a solid wash of colour is a failsafe. There's something very polished about head-to-toe white, but if you need further convincing, let Bottega Veneta and Dior's SS25 shows inspire you. Although it's a tonal look, you can add intrigue with texture – shirred pieces (thanks to the boho resurgence) are having a moment. Plus, strengthen the 70s vibes with barely there sandals and resin jewellery.

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Free People stride straight leg wide jeans in optic white, £118
ASOS DESIGN shirred top with angel sleeves in white, £26
Topshop Jasper minimal sandal in white, £32
ASOS DESIGN drop earrings with resin detail, £12

And we're not talking about the top. A cropped leg and white jeans go together real bad, so of course, we had to go a step further and invite capris into the mix. They act as a blank canvas for whatever pair of shoes you're sporting, so choose statement trainers or sandals. Keep the shorter hemlines going with a baby tee, and you'll have an effortless throw-on-and-go look for off-duty occasions.

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ASOS DESIGN baby tee with new york deli graphic in white, £16
ASOS DESIGN denim capri trousers in ecru, £30
Simmi London Alicent heeled mule in red mesh, £35
Reclaimed Vintage headscarf and bandana in white crochet, £15.99

If casual styling is your go-to, bring an athletic edge to your white jeans with sporty separates. Adding a track jacket or football top to your look will give an effortlessly cool feel, while also being effortless to put together. Finish the outfit with trending trainers like the adidas Tokyo (we're still loving lo-pro styles) and cool-girl-approved sunglasses.

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Fred Perry cropped taped track jacket in black, £90
Topshop high rise tie belt barrel jean in white, £50
adidas Originals Tokyo trainers in white and black, £85
Reclaimed Vintage thicker frame aviator with red lens in torte, £15.99

Like to keep your colour palette on the neutral side? Look to texture for interest in your outfits. Pair your denim with luxe fabrics like silk, satin and lace for a high-low moment, and choose sleek leather accessories to finish the look. Create even more dimension with your silhouettes – these barrel-leg white jeans are the perfect example, and they're trending.

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ASOS DESIGN satin plunge lace trim top in brown, £20
Topshop barrel leg jean in off white, £50
Topshop Kik real leather toe loop flat sandal in black, £32
Topshop Gabs ruched drawstring bell bag in black, £28