Denim
Dec 28, 2023

This Denim Trend Is Guaranteed to Make Your Outfit Look More Expensive

by Jennifer Camp Forbes

With the focus on quiet luxury reaching such great heights as of late, it's confirmation that I'm not the only one looking for ways to infuse an expensive-looking air into my current rotation of outfits. My looks rely heavily on jeans, so I am laser-focused on finding any denim styling tip or trick to achieve that elevated feel I aim for—the easier, the better. Imagine my excitement when I spotted a new denim trend percolating that manages to instantly make your outfit look more expensive: dark-wash jeans.

With a quick scroll through my Instagram feed and the latest street style photos from fashion month, it became glaringly clear that dark denim is about to have a major moment, and for good reason. The darker, moodier washes give jeans a more polished feel that reads dressier than the rest, so you can wear the denim style with any top or shoe style and get that expensive-looking boost. Sure, you could argue that black denim does the same, but something about a darker blue wash feels richer and fresher at the moment.

For the stylish proof, keep scrolling to check out 11 chic denim outfit ideas that incorporate dark-wash jeans, and shop each look plus more of my top picks to consider in a variety of styles.

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@sylviemus_

Sylvie Mus pairs a sleeveless cream turtleneck knit with slightly flared dark-wash jeans and black buckled kitten heels.

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@anoukyve

Anouk Yve is casual chic in a plaid jacket, dark ankle-length jeans, and trendy neutral Adidas sneakers.

Abisola Omole 11 Expensive-Looking Outfit Ideas With Dark Wash Jeans

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@abimarvel

Abisola Omole takes on this season's biggest color, pairing her chic red coat with dark-wash wide-leg jeans.

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@leasy_inparis

Julie is the epitome of French chic with a classic blue button-down and dark high-waisted, wide-leg jeans.

Lucy Williams 11 Expensive-Looking Outfit Ideas With Dark Wash Jeans

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@lucywillliams02

Lucy Williams gives her dark-wash denim the London treatment with a cool leather jacket, a striped sweater, and black patent loafers.

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@claradyrhauge

Clara Dyrhauge wears an example of quiet-luxury style with a simple black sweater, belted dark-wash denim, and pointed-toe heels.

Amalie and Cecilie Moosgaard 11 Expensive-Looking Outfit Ideas With Dark Wash Jeans

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@styledumonde

Danish models turned jewelry designers Amalie and Cecilie Moosgaard Nielsen have been frequently spotted in dark-wash jeans. Wear yours with a white button-down and wrap belt to re-create this chic look.