Basics Building: The Best White Jeans

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When I first wrote this post, in our Private Facebook Group, there had been lots of talk of white jeans. So today, I’m sharing what I think are the BEST pair of white jeans. And you can head over to the group to read everyones recommendations. 🙂 

If you could only buy one item to update your spring and summer wardrobe, consider a pair of white jeans. I wear mine all the time. You can pair them with just about anything and instantly create a crisp look that is always classic and always appropriate. 

Before we jump in, a few things to remember. I’m never one to create a sense of urgency. We are only talking about clothes. Keep in mind, though, that the spring and summer retail season goes by in a blink. While you may have warm temperatures for a decent amount of time, you don’t have a ton of time to shop for what you need. 

If you’re baking on finding the perfect pair, shop early for specific categories, like swim (kill me now), shorts, and white jeans. 

Especially now that we’re entering the first retail season after a year of pandemic life, the depth of inventory that retailers carry is going to be much different than seasons past.  

Let’s continue our Basics Building Series, with great fitting white jeans in straight or skinny legs in all sizes that are NOT SEE THROUGH! 

The Best White Jeans

My favorite white jeans, not only for me but for clients, are by NYDJ. This is a favorite brand because their fit is on point, they are made of comfortable stretch denim, NOT see-through, and reasonably priced.

Let’s talk about price for a minute. White jeans range in price from $25 for Old Navy, to multiple hundreds of dollars.

I see no reason to spend an exorbitant amount here, but you might want to spend a bit more to get a quality pair.

NYDJ averages $119.  You can find them on sale throughout the season so keep an eye out. 

In terms of styling, straight or skinny leg is the way to go. Skip trouser or boot cut because they end up looking sloppy, and the whole point fo white jeans is to create a clean and tailored look.

The most important sizing note, specifically for NYDJ is to SIZE DOWN. These run full and stretch out.

Straight Leg

 

A straight leg white jean is a nice alternative to a skinny while still creating a long, lean line of the leg. You want these to hit around your ankle, either just at or slightly below. This way, you’ll be able wear them with a low heel or flats. 

Here are my best picks: 

NYDJ Marilyn Straight Leg Jeans, 00-18, $119, Plus Size, 14 – 28, $119

Skinny Leg

Skinny: Petite and Regular, on sale $44

Then there is the skinny. Remember that while you’ll feel these on your body, they are not the same thing as a legging. If they are too tight, especially in white, you’ll be showing off everything. You still need to size down in these, they run a full size big. 

Here, I’m featuring the petite and regular also in 00P – 16. There are two plus options to highlight. The first is the denim plus option here, and above is a stretch cotton pull on pant that is a nice alternative to denim. 

Alina Legging Jean, Petite, 4P – 18P, On Sale, $44. 

Ami Skinny Jean, 00 – 18, $119

Amin High Waist Skinny Jean, 14 – 28, On Sale, $50

White Jeans Outfit Ideas

Floral V-Neck Top with White Straight-Leg Jeans

This waist-defined V-neck top from Old Navy was one of my early spring finds from Old Navy. I styled it with The 90’s Straight Jean from Madewell and a pair of metallic sandals.

Open-Stitch Sweater with White Straight-Leg Jeans

For a different look, I styled the same high-rise, bright white jeans with a blue open-stitch sweater from Old Navy. The sweater is currently 50% at $21.99! Find a pair of neutral sandals to complete this look!

Nautical Sweater with White Jeans

To create one of my favorite white denim outfits, grab a navy and white nautical-inspired sweater and pair it with your favorite par of pure white jeans for women and a pair of white sneakers. This look works just as well for Memorial Day as it does for Labor Day!

Black and White Outfit

I love the classic combination of black and white. This black long-sleeve split-neck top from Old Navy is lightweight enough to wear during the summer. Plus, it’s on sale for 50% off of $35, in regular, tall, and petite, in sizes XS – 4X. 

Style it with a pair of white straight or crop jeans and black sandals.

For tips on how to wear white jeans in the fall, check out this post!

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