Look for denim jacket outfit ideas? This style guide will give you plenty of options all year-round.

Denim jackets are much more popular now, partly due to Gen Z bringing back more retro styles, but also because of their versatility. They’ve turned into a perfect light or medium layer option, depending on the season. Even if you already own a denim jacket, it might be time to add variety to your collection.

We’re going to cover spring/summer denim jacket styles as well as fall/winter options. So by the end of this read you should be set with everything you need.

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You’ll also have selvedge denim jacket styles (that are typically considered premium quality due to the way they’re fabricated) and raw styles that are unwashed prior to first wear.

So, if you’re a denim head or exploring more serious denim, you’re able to find those stiff jackets that you can wear into your perfect fit, fades and all.

Regardless of the type or color you choose, denim jackets maintain a more boxy, workwear inspired style. For the US at least, that’s thanks to Levi Strauss’ introduction of the denim jacket in the 80’s primarily for miners, cowboys, and railroad workers.

Though they’d been around since after World War II in the UK, when we think of denim jackets in the US, we think of this kind of Americana style.

How to Wear Denim Jackets for Men

Now we can go through some outfit ideas so you know how to style denim jackets. We’ll start with spring/summer styles and move into more fall/winter styles to give you maximum range. There will also be a mix of casual and smart casual options, which I’ll be sure to note as we go.

Spring/Summer Denim Jacket Outfit Ideas

We’re starting with warmer weather styles because denim jackets tend to be a perfect lighter outerwear layer for spring days or cooler summer evenings. They’re also a great way to add depth to your outfits during the warmer seasons when you don’t have more layers to pay with.