Despite the persistent heat, at this point at the end of July we’re shying away from buying anything we can’t get a whole new season of wear out of.
New purchases have to work from now till the end of the fall.
We’re looking at everything through the lens of layering, ensuring that the sundress we purchase now will look just as chic layered under a lightweight blazer and knee-high boots come September.
Luckily, denim is the one material that has staying power throughout every single season of the year.
Here, we’ve compiled 20 versatile, chic pieces of transitional denim that will take you well into the next season -- and for years to come. This list ranges in price from $23 to $200, because buying a well-fitting pair of jeans or a classic denim jacket shouldn’t break the bank.
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1. Sleeveless Chambray Shirt, Anthropologie
Cloth & Stone Sleeveless Chambray Top
This classic Cloth + Stone top boasts a few trendy updates, like a frayed collar and slightly cropped fit. Style Hint: Wear alone or under a plaid blazer in chillier temps, just ensure to wear with a higher rise bottom if you want to avoid the cropped look.
2. Buttoned Midi Skirt, MANGO
Buttoned midi skirt
Price: $49.99 · From Mango
This midi skirt has an elegant drape, so think of it as a dressier denim piece that can work for sunday brunch or dinner out. Style Hint: Pair with a knit tank for a casual look, and swap out a cropped knit cardigan when summer starts to fade.
3. Hannah Denim Shirt Dress, Universal Standard
Hannah Denim Shirt Dress
The easiest thing to throw on now and later is a shirt dress. It's the most comfortable, and chic way to slip into an office-appropriate casual Friday outfit that takes you into the weekend. Style Hint: Wear with neutral sandals for work, or Birkenstocks to the beach or pool. When the weather shifts to below 70s, add a blazer, jacket or long sleeve under!
4. Buttoned Midi Skirt, MANGO
Buttoned midi skirt
Price: $49.99 · From Mango
This midi skirt has an elegant drape, so think of it as a dressier denim piece that can work for Sunday brunch or dinner out. Style Hint: Pair with a knit tank for a casual look, and swap out a cropped knit cardigan when summer starts to fade.
5. Denim Skirt, Violetta by MANGO
Denim skirt
Price: $59.99 · From Mango
You can't go wrong with a black straight-cut denim skirt-- it can be paired with nice blouses or casual tops and even works for the office (depending upon your dress code). Style Hint: This skirt equally great for summer with espadrilles or for fall paired with knee high boots.
6. Chambray Shirt, Caslon, Nordstrom
Chambray Shirt
Price: $45.90 · 33% Savings
From Caslon
Original: $69
There's a reason these work shirts are as classic as your favorite pair of jeans: the breathable cotton and light weave make wearing them a go-to choice when you want to look tailored but not have to think about it. Style Hint: Wear it now with a white blazer, and in the fall with a classic navy one, and this shirt takes you three seasons in comfortable style.
7. Feel it in the Rain Denim Blazer, BB Dakota
Feel It In The Rain Denim Blazer
This classic chambray blazer features faux tortoiseshell buttons and a fun striped lining, so you can roll up the cuffs and show it off. Style Hint: Layer it over an eyelet dress or a chunky knit turtleneck in winter.
8. Wrangler Denim Coveralls, Free People
Wrangler Denim Coveralls
Price: $148 · From Wrangler
These retro-inspired denim coveralls from Wrangler feature a wide-leg silhouette that makes them comfortable and chic for work or play. The four-pocket style and adjustable waist belt may just mean these will be your favorite go-to item from now through the fall. Style Hint: Add a black long-sleeved tee under and boots for when you want a little more fall feeling.
9. Sierra Denim Chore Jacket, UO
Sierra Denim Chore Jacket
Price: $49.99 · 43% Savings
From BDG
Original: $89
We love the light wash and unexpected cut of this revamped work-cut (boxier) denim jacket. Style Hint: This topper looks great with pants and a tee, but in warmer weather throw it over a minidress and platform sandals.
10. Reworked Denim Midi Skirt, Free People
Reworked Denim Midi Skirt
This trendy denim maxi skirt has an asymmetrical fly, allover distressing and a raw hem to inject some edge into any outfit. Style Hint: Platform sneakers make this a chic outfit for the girl on the go, so throw on this look when you're heading to the airport or have a long day of sight-seeing.
11. Cyclist Denim Bermuda, MANGO
Cyclist denim bermuda
Price: $22.99 · 50% Savings
From Mango
Original: $45.99
Biker shorts are here to stay, and the cut of these fitted pair doesn't compromise a little sexiness. We love the fact that they come in different shades from light blue to flattering black. Style Hint: Wear with a bodysuit in summer, then throw a blazer over them come fall.
12. Denim Sleeveless Skater Shirt Dress, ASOS Curve
Curve denim sleevless skater shirt dress
Price: $48 · From ASOS
Button into this skater-cut shirt dress, which is appropriate for work or play. Style Hint: Platform sandals transform this chambray dress for a summer night out with your friends.
13. Olivia Denim Overalls, Universal Standard
Olivia Denim Overalls
These overalls elevate the usual cut with slim fit and front zipper. Use the adjustable straps and hidden stretch to fit them perfectly to your body. Style Hint: These go from summer (with a white tee-shirt) to fall with an easy switch to long sleeves or a light sweater and boots.
14. Denim Tie Front Cami, Madewell
Denim Tie Front Cami
Price: $62 · From Madewell
You can never have too many cute camis, because they layer under blazers and jackets and stand on their own just as well. Style Hint: White denim ankle crops and a charm necklace complete this everyday ensemble.
15. Samoa Wide Leg Pants, Anthropologie
Cloth & Stone Samoa Wide-Leg Pants
Chambray culottes are the pant we never knew we needed so bad. Reviewers love them for their comfort and sustainable material Lyocell, which derives from wood pulp. Style Hint: A black bodysuit and suede sandals streamline your morning routine for the easiest and chicest combination.
16. Everyday Chambray Shirt, J.Crew
Everyday Chambray Shirt
Price: $78 · From J. Crew
Buy this high-quality chambray button down and you'll be wearing it for decades to come. Style Hint: Varying your shades of blue in an all denim look adds depth to your look. Add your favorite belt to cinch your waist.
17. Tie Denim Midi Dress, TOPSHOP
Tie Denim Midi Dress
Price: $47 · 30% Savings
From Topshop
Original: $68
This tie-front soft wash midi is so versatile you can add a cardigan for evening or wear it solo on a hot day around the city. Style Hint: Pair it with white slides or flats, or dress it up for work in the fall with mules or clock heeled sandals. We love the color, construction and flattering lines.
18. Denim Jacket, MADEWELL at Nordstrom
Denim Jacket
Price: $118 · From Madewell
It's not wonder the classic denim jacket never goes out of style. This one has the details that bring us back to the original design, from copper toned buttons to pockets and sleeves you can push or roll up. Style Hint: Wear it as you would a blue blazer over slacks, skirts, dresses and button downs, to add a fall layer to any of your favorite summer pieces to get even more weeks out of them.
19. Espadrille Sneaker, Coach, Nordstrom
Espadrille Sneaker
Price: $74.99 · 50% Savings
From Coach
Original: $150
Part sneaker, part espadrille, part favorite jeans, this cute comfy shoe takes you from now through fall and from the beach to the office. Style Hint: Wear these adorable lace ups with favorite skirts, white jeans and long shorts to complete the chic and cheerful late summer look as you race for the bus or do errands in style.
20. Raw Denim Midi Skirt, Free People
Raw Denim Midi Skirt
Price: $39.95 · 48% Savings
From Free People
Original: $78
We love a good ruffle and a cowboy bootie for late summer fun, that takes you from daytime activities to a night out -- where's the carnival? Style Hint: Wear with a casual white tee-shirt for day and pair with dressier black for evening. This skirt can go dancing, and looks amazing on most body types. We’re looking forward to the late-summer square dance!