How to style double denim? 25 stylish double denim outfit ideas for men.

Published by Chuck Boylan on July 15, 2023July 15, 2023

Double denim or a denim-on-denim look has not always been the most popular way of rocking denim. This all-over denim look aka Canadian tux was the butt of all kinds of jokes sometime back. It was thought of as a crude attempt at whomping up a getup to look like a rockstar. It was considered basic, unsophisticated, and uncool back in the day or suitable only for models and rockstars at best. But this is no longer the truth. No more a laugh a minute these days, this iconic double denim look has in fact risen from the ashes in the 2020s. Anyone can pull this off and look good in this style of denim. There is a certain je ne sais quoi about this denim-on-denim look and it is a great way to channel your love for this fabric and look dapper at the same time. Before moving on to our pick of 25 stylish double denim outfit ideas for men let’s have a look at how to pull this look off.

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How to pull off a denim-on-denim look?

Fit: If you don’t like skinny jeans that are like your second skin, that’s okay. But if you hate fitted denim jackets then it will be hard for you to rock this denim-on-denim look. A denim jacket or shirt that is oversized won’t look good with denim pants of any fit. You can rock double denim look either as co-ords ( Jacket and jeans being of the same color) or separates ( Jacket and jeans having different colors), it all depends on your taste and preference and the way you pull it off.

Color combos:

A monochrome denim look is just one way of rocking this look. In such a combo, that can be all-over blue, black, or anything in between, layer the jacket over something that is the very best you own. Layer your best turtleneck, tee, sweatshirt, or hoodie, and make this look a thousand times better. When wearing a denim shirt tucked in your jeans, use your fanciest belt for an edgier look. You can elevate this monochrome look to a whole new level by choosing the footwear(sneakers and athletic shoes usually) that complement your layered top. Accessorization is another way to rev up this all-over denim look. There are endless ways to rock this denim suit with different shades.

Layering:

A basic tee, a sweatshirt, a hoodie, a tank top, or a turtleneck anything goes with a denim jacket within a double denim look. With button-downs, things get a bit trickier. These are obviously not the best choice per se, the best thing you can do is to avoid them with denim suits. But if you are using button-downs, prefer the ones that are casual and used them untucked. Tropical print, Cuban collar, or polka dot shirts are some good choices to make.

When to rock this look:

Never ever wear a denim suit to a wedding, this is a rule cast in concrete. There are occasions you can definitely rock your best denim suit, and be the best-dressed man in the room. For example, to a night party, to a club, or just for a casual stroll down the street.

Make the denim on denim look better:

Match the shoes with the shirts/sweatshirts you are going to layer under the denim jackets.
Accessories like sunglasses, bracelets, and wristwatches. And also anklets for men in case you are opting for cropped or cuffed styles of denim.
Use slightly longer tees or in the case of button-downs use them untucked if you want to separate the denim jacket from jeans.
When wearing black jeans, try matching shoes black Chelsea boots for example to improve your silhouette.
It is always better when trying separates in a denim-on-denim look, to pair jeans in darker shades with lighter-shade jackets. If you go the other way around things can get harder.
When wearing white jeans, opt for a shearling denim jacket or a Sherpa denim jacket in lighter hues of blue. A black denim jacket with white jeans can be a fun change.

25 stylish denim-on-denim outfits for men

We will start with the co-ords, which means the monochrome look and different ways you can make this look unique. And then we will move on to the separates, remember that it is always better to keep the jacket in lighter shades than the bottoms.