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How to Wear a Denim Jacket 2019

26 Ways to Wear Your Denim Jacket Like a Celebrity

Aug 5 2019

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Denim jackets are one of the most-loved, and most-worn pieces in many a woman's wardrobe and celebrities are no exception. From Jennifer Aniston to Gigi Hadid and Yara Shahidi, the layering hero piece is as iconic as the famous ladies who routinely rock one whether their style of choice is faded and distressed, tailored with sleek hardware, or coloured and cropped. Because we love denim jackets so much, our eyes are always peeled for fresh ways to wear the versatile topper which is why we're rounding up some of our favourite denim jacket outfits, worn by celebrities for inspiration.

Whether you're looking for new ways to dress up a denim jacket, style one casually with athleisure, or experiment with denim-on-denim looks, ahead, 26 ways celebrities style their denim jacket. Plus, affordable jackets to shop from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's

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Gigi Hadid

Make a denim-on-denim look pop like Gigi Hadid by finishing your outfit with a bright bag.

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Kim Kardashian

Give your denim jacket a night-out spin like Kim Kardashian by styling yours with a mididress and heels. If you're the bolder type, re-create this exact look with an oversized t-shirt dress and corset to define your shape.

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Sophie Turner

For an unexpected denim-on-denim look, offset a corset-style top with retro sneakers á la Sophie Turner.

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Jennifer Lopez

Give printed pants a casual spin like Jennifer Lopez by topping them off with a denim jacket and cool sneakers.

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Irina Shayk

Channel Irina Shayk's '90s grunge look by styling a denim jacket with a printed minidress and hefty combat boots.

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Kendall Jenner

For that model off-duty vibe á la Kendall Jenner, an oversize denim jacket is effortlessly cool with a comfy dress and sneakers.

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Ashley Graham

Give your denim jacket a date night spin by layering one over a cropped top with black leggings, and heels like Ashley Graham.

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Bella Hadid

Go low-key glam by styling a dark-wash denim jacket over a short shirtdress with tall glossy boots like Bella Hadid.

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Yara Shahidi

For a fashion-girl take on the classic denim jacket-and-dress combo, take a page out of Yara Shahidi's book and layer a pair of skinny jeans underneath.

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Hailey Baldwin

When running errands, a denim jacket is achingly cool with sporty separates, as proven by Hailey Baldwin.

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Ciara

Give your denim-on-denim look an edgy-chic spin like Ciara by mixing in combat boots, a plaid shirt, and reflective sunnies.

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Reese Witherspoon

Nothing says Southern Belle like a denim jacet and gingham dress. For a summery finish, make like Reese Witherspoon with neutral heels and a straw bag.

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Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra knows, nothing makes a denim jacket edgier than leather pants and black boots.

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Jennifer Aniston

What's more iconic, a denim jacket or Jennifer Aniston? For a trendy spin, copy Jen's Cali-cool combo of a boxy style over a tie-dye dress and chain-link necklace. Of course, flip-flops to finish.

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Adriana Lima

Another '90s-inspired look to try: Adriana Lima light-wash denim jacket with coordinating jeans and white extras.

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Olivia Munn

For a weekend-chic look, give Olivia Munn's cropped top, denim jacket, and cargo pant combo a try. Heeled boots give this outfit an edgy finish.

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Yara Shahidi

Yara Shahidi proves that a denim set can appear polished and sleek, especially with a classic pair of pumps.

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Cara Santana

For a sexy take on head-to-toe white denim, Cara Santana styled her POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's jacket as a top with matching POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's jeans, snake-print heels, and a cool wooden bag.

Image Source: Getty / Gotham

Gigi Hadid

Give black leggings a casual-cool look like Gigi Hadid by pairing them with a cropped denim jacket, western boots, and a colourful bag.

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Salma Hayek

As Salma Hayek proves, a denim jacket is the easiest way to downplay the boldness of a printed maxi dress.

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Kendall Jenner

If your blue jean jacket is feeling stale, take a cue from Kendall Jenner and opt for coloured denim instead.

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Lucy Hale

Give gym clothes a more pulled-together look to and from a workout by layering a denim jacket over top, like Lucy Hale.

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Sara Sampaio

Re-think denim-on-denim by styling a white jean jacket with cut-off shorts, like Sara Sampaio.

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Mila Kunis

For laid-back days, Mila Kunis proves how timeless a denim jacket is with jeans, a striped tee, and white sneakers.

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Busy Philipps

The easiest way to make a floral-print dress less sweet? With a denim jacket and sporty sneakers á la Busy Philipps.

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Gigi Hadid

On travel days, take a cue from Gigi Hadid and layer a denim jacket over comfy loungewear for an elevated look.

Image Source: Getty / Gotham

Shop Affordable Denim Jackets

POPSUGAR Denim Cropped Jacket ($32, originally $64)

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