The "New" Denim Top

by Laura Perkins


Denim is having a moment. And I kind of can't get enough of it.  I'm not just talking about jeans (although cropped wide leg and vintage hi rise, I see you!...and am currently crushing), but denim tops, skirts, jumpsuits, jackets and dresses have been a huge trend this spring that I'm really into. I will say that I'm still on the hunt for a denim dress. (Whenever I see one, I instantly think of my mom who always loved them and would make me try one on whenever she took me shopping as a teenager. Or she wouldn't buy me anything! Hah. That was her rule. And a pretty great one, thinking back on it. Emmy, if you're reading this one day, I will probably do the same thing to you! Lol). Call it the late 90's comeback, but denim is actually really cute. I'm a fan. Today, however, I wanted to focus on denim tops. I'm sure we all have a button up chambray shirt from many years ago that became a closet staple but that's not what I'm referring to. What I'm calling the "new" denim top can be any shade of denim (I'm really digging the medium washes right now which have that 70's vibe) and you can try it in many fun styles like off the shoulder, ruffles, embroidery, bell sleeves or knotted details (like what I'm wearing in these pics). Rock your denim with some low block heels and you've got that cool girl look. Denim goes with almost anything. If you're really adventurous, try denim on denim! Hey, it's a thing! I am so sorry to say that this top is unfortunately out of stock at Madewell but here are some super chic denim options available at Madewell, Anthropologie  and J.Crew (three of my favorite stores).

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Top: Madewell (old, similar)  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke


Caged

by Laura Perkins


Shirt: American Eagle  ||  Jeans: American Eagle (old, torn DIY) similar  ||  Heels: Marion Parke

Shirt: American Eagle  ||  Jeans: American Eagle (old, torn DIY) similar  ||  Heels: Marion Parke

Shirt: American Eagle  ||  Jeans: American Eagle (old, torn DIY) similar  ||  Heels: Marion Parke

Shirt: American Eagle  ||  Jeans: American Eagle (old, torn DIY ) similar  ||  Heels: Marion Parke

Shirt: American Eagle  ||  Jeans: American Eagle (old, torn DIY ) similar  ||  Heels: Marion Parke

Shirt: American Eagle (old, similar) ||  Jeans: American Eagle (old, torn DIY ) similar  ||  Heels: Marion Parke

Here are two of my recent go-to looks for a casual night out with friends or date with the hubs. The lace up, knotted and cage shirt trend has been really big this year and adds a fun cut-out detail to your neckline. I like to pair these tops with some ripped jeans and heels for that effortless, rocker chic look. These shirts are very comfy with a super soft fabric but also have a really flattering silhouette (fitted up top and in the sleeves but flowy at the bottom with a curved hem to give you extra shape). P.S. This white tee (available in multiple colors) is now only $13.98!!! And with the temperatures still pretty chilly, a long sleeve shirt is a necessity but still breathable enough where you won't start sweating indoors with the heat cranked on. You could also dress this down with some sleek ankle boots (try open toe or mules for spring) or flats. Also both of these pairs of jeans are DIY torn. If you're like me and have a bajillion skinny jeans in your drawer, there's really no need to go out and buy new ripped jeans. Just cut a hole (or two) at the knee. It's really not as scary as it seems. And they will instantly become your new favorite pair.