How to Style a Denim Jacket: 5 Easy Outfits for Fall

A denim jacket might be the hardest-working piece in your closet. It layers over sweatshirts in fall, dresses up a pair of leggings and even throws on over a swimsuit for a cool beach evening. Here are five easy ways to wear one.

Pick your jacket

Cali Chic has two denim jackets to choose from:

• The Women's Fitted Denim Jacket ($69.99) is 100% cotton in a washed, faded blue with a cropped, fitted cut, side pockets and an embroidered Cali Chic logo.
• The Blue Age Stretch Denim Jacket ($39.99) is 98% cotton with 2% Lycra for a little stretch, plus button flap chest pockets.

Outfit 1: Denim and a cozy sweatshirt

Layer your jacket over the Silkscreen Logo Sweatshirt ($24.99) for an easy weekend look. The sweatshirt runs large, so let it peek out from under a cropped jacket for a relaxed, layered shape.

Outfit 2: Athleisure, elevated

Pair the jacket with our Seamless Yoga Pants ($34.99) and white sneakers. The brushed, tummy-control leggings keep it comfortable, and the denim makes it street-ready for coffee runs and errands.

Outfit 3: Beach to evening

When the sun goes down on vacation, throw your denim jacket over a bikini like the Gradient Triangle Halter Bikini Set. It's warm enough for a breezy boardwalk and stylish enough for dinner by the water.

Outfit 4: Denim plus a statement hat

Add our Embroidered Bucket Hat ($19.99) to any denim outfit for a casual, sporty finish. It gives a simple jacket-and-tee look a pop of personality.

Outfit 5: The finishing touch

A denim jacket looks polished with simple makeup. Swipe on our Tinted Lip Oil for a glossy hint of pink, and you're out the door.

Caring for your denim

• Wash inside out in cold water to protect the color.
• Hang to dry to keep the fit and avoid shrinking.
• Wash less often: denim softens and looks better with wear.

Find your favorite in our denim jacket collection.