7 Ways to Style Denim According to the Spring 2020 Runways

By Avery Matera
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After a whirlwind trip through New York, London, Milan, and Paris, the Spring 2020 shows have finally concluded and we're able to look back at the countless collections and take stock. While trends large and small have begun to emerge, it's an overall feeling of a more pared-down, casual, and cool wardrobe for the coming season that we've truly been struck by. And no laid-back style essential stood in the forefront quite like denim.

Shows like Celine included denim in nearly every single look that walked the Parisian runway, while denim-lovers like Brock Collection and Isabel Marant included a spattering of jeans for morning, noon, and night. Givenchy, Chanel, and more followed suit, designing blue jeans, midi skirts, and button-down shirting that had us gaga over some of the most wearable outfits to walk the high-fashion runways in a long time.

From all those designers and more, here are seven ways we're wearing denim, straight from the Spring 2020 runways.

Celine
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Celine

Celine really leaned into the 1970s vibe, giving off that elegant and tailored look by way of a more casual denim staple.

Shop the look: Celine

Shop the look: Celine

Citizens of Humanity Annina High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans ($240).

J.Crew Classic-Fit Boy Shirt in Stripe ($70).

Celine Medium Classic Bag in Natural ($4,400).

Ray-Ban Oversized Classic Aviator Sunglasses ($153).

Nili Lotan Diane Single-Breasted Checked Wool-Blend Blazer ($850).

Rag & Bone Razor Booties ($495).


Isabel Marant
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Isabel Marant

Isabel Marant kept it low-key with overalls, layering everything from bohemian-inspired blouses to colorful jewelry on heavy.

Shop the look: Isabel Marant

Shop the look: Isabel Marant

Isabel Marant Étoile Layona Floral Top ($275).

Studio Amelia Crocodile-Effect Strappy Sandals ($210).

Mansur Gavriel Suede Bucket Bag ($595).

Roxanne Assoulin Bahamas Enamel Necklace ($176).

Jennifer Fisher 2" Square Thread Hoops ($150).

Levi's Original Overalls ($128).



Brock Collection
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Brock Collection

Brock Collection designed denim looks that we can imagine one might have worn in the Victorian era — that is, had denim been a style essential at the time!

Shop the look: Brock Collection

Shop the look: Brock Collection

Topshop Mid Blue Raw Hem Straight Jeans ($75).

Brock Collection Pelican Floral Jacquard Blouse ($1,140).

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-Tone, Faux Pearl and Crystal Clip Earrings ($85).

Pamela Munson Petite Isla Bahia Basket Fringe Carnation ($168).

Tabitha Simmons Allie Mules ($181).

Madewell Disc Chain Necklace ($34).


Givenchy
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Givenchy

Givenchy gave off a youthful vibe, choosing a pair of denim shorts as a base, but dressing the look up with all the tailored black essentials the design house could find.

Shop the look: Givenchy

Shop the look: Givenchy

Everlane The Washable Silk Related Shirt ($110).

Loeffler Randall Juno Mules ($350).

Re/Done Faded Denim Shorts ($175).

Givenchy GV Cross Croc-Effect and Smooth Leather Shoulder Bag ($1,490).

Charlotte Chesnais Blaue Ring ($471).

Equipment James Wool Blazer ($231).


Chanel
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Chanel

Chanel's nautical air was one of mixing and matching prints, textures, and colors — all grounded by that one essential denim piece.

Shop the Look: Chanel

Shop the Look: Chanel

Chanel Mini Flap Bag ($3,200).

La Ligne Stripe Bateau Tee ($115).

Sandro Paris Fitted Tweed Blazer ($565).

Rebecca de Ravenel Daisy Drop Earrings ($295).

Zara Blue Collection Low Heeled Beaded Leather Sandals ($100).

H&M Paper-Bag Jeans ($40).

A.P.C.
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A.P.C.

Parisian youth has never looked so chic as at A.P.C., where the brand styled button-front skirts with ultra-feminine blouses made of crisp eyelet and ruffle trim.

Shop the Look: A.P.C.

Shop the Look: A.P.C.

Current/Elliott Surfview Button-Embellished Denim Midi Skirt ($278).

Levi's Classic Denim Baseball Hat ($18).

A.P.C. Half-Moon Bag ($485).

Raey Lurex Ribbed Socks ($51).

Sea Silvia Pintucked Pleated Cotton-Poplin Blouse ($275).

Tabitha Simmons Hermione Pointed Flats ($695).

Stella McCartney
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Stella McCartney

Stella McCartney took denim into eveningwear, lowering the hemline of her denim skirts and styling the look with a sheer top and menswear-style blazer.

Shop the Look: Stella McCartney

Shop the Look: Stella McCartney

Cosabella Soft Cotton V-Neck Bralette ($56).

J.Crew Belted Blazer ($228).

3x1 Elizabella Front Slit Denim Skirt ($245).

Carrie Forbes Kadar Sandals ($122).

Stella McCartney Logo Strap Tote Bag ($646).

Fleur du Mal All Over Lace Cami ($175).