“I’m not sure this would be a perfect fit for this date.” Those were the exact words of Nathaniella when I was trying to pick an outfit for her.
“What do you mean this is not a perfect fit? Have I ever misled you?” I asked.
“That is not what I meant, Zoya. You know I prefer outfits I can wear to different occasions.” She answered pulling off the button on her dress shirt.
How many Nathaniel or Nathaniella are reading this right now? Who doesn’t love a cool but unique outfit for different occasions? I bet you do, then it is through this door a dress shirt with jeans comes in. It is just shattering that although a dress shirt with Jean is a universal idea, however, there are numerous Nathaniella’s and Nathaniels out there, who still don’t see it as a perfect combo for both formal and casual occasions.
If I have people like that reading this, worry not, in this blog post, I will be showing you, How to Wear a Dress shirt and jeans, the do’s and don’ts, After this read, you will have a change of heart and be thankful you read this.
What Is A Dress Shirt?
A dress shirt is a piece of clothing that is paired with any other wear for formal, and casual occasions. Often, the shirts come in different colors, fits, designs, etc which gives a smart look to its wearer.
Over the years, there has been a misconception about pairing a Dress shirt with Jeans, but it is one of the most favorable wears of all time. With new outfit ideas every single day, the younger generation of these days rock Dress shirts more with Jeans due to the comfortability that comes with them and I have seen them being styled differently in movies. Irrespective of the opinions about dress shirts and Jeans, it still needs to be flaunted, right? Are you ready for a change of style? Let us ride on.
Easy Ways to Wear Dress Shirt and Jeans As A Combo
1. White Dress Shirt
A white dress shirt should never be missing in your wardrobe because it is one classic wear that can help you create different looks depending on the style of Jeans to be rocked with. For a casual look, a dark shade of Jean goes best as it is an imitation of a formal shirt with chinos and this makes the white color shines out.
2. Jeans Dress Shirt
A Jean dress shirt is also another comfortable wear suitable for all occasions. A dark blue Jean shirt can be paired with black Jean trousers. If it is for an informal gathering, it can be paired with ripped-off jeans and sneakers.
3. Black Dress Shirts
It is made to see black dress shirts as men’s wear, although few ladies still rock it due to its sleekness and ability to be paired with different looks.
This particular color of the dress shirt can be rocked with grey or blue Jeans. However, if you want a badass look, you can go with a slick all-black, which you pair with a black Jean.
4. A sweater over your Dress Shirt
Over your dress shirt, you can wear a sweater with the collar of your shirt pulled out of the sweater to create a color mix. This can be paired with any light or dark Jean.
Ladies Can pair with heels or dress shoes, while men can rock with black shoes or sneakers.
5. Patterned, Printed or Striped Dress Shirts
Patterned shirts give a boost of personality and add volume to an outfit. Depending on the kind of patterns, prints or stripes on your dress shirt, it is capable of getting all the attention and drawing it away from your Jean.
Sneakers help you give this a finishing look. It is perfect for a hangout or a date.
6. Blue and White Dress Shirt and Jeans
Probably because I am a lover of blue, I always get this energy whenever it is mentioned. It also goes great when paired with Jean, especially when it is one with a stripe.
7. Dress Shirt With A Long Overcoat
This is my favorite of all. I have seen the Korean rock this differently and each time I see the look, I’m always awed. However, your overcoat can hit about mid-thigh if you need to look classy and it can be below the knee.
A dark overcoat can be paired with a black, grey or dark-colored Jean irrespective of the shirt color or pair a light overcoat such as tan, camel or light-colored jeans with any dress shirt color.
A black shoe, sneaker, heels, boot or loafer perfectly matches this.
8. T-shirt With a Dress Shirt
Another way to rock your dress shirt and jean are to wear a T-shirt underneath, then your Dress shirt on top with the button left undone. This can be paired with light or dark wash jeans.
9. Olive and Jean Combo
Olives color dress shirts can be paired with faded jeans and a boot or loafer.
10. Dress Shirt With Blazer
You can tuck in your shirt into dark-colored jeans, then pair it with a fitted Blazer.
11. Blue Dress Shirt
This is another color of dress shirt that is best paired with dark blue Jeans, however, your dress shirt must be a light blue if you need to go for a dark shade of Jean.
12. Attention seeking Mustard Colors
If you need something to catch attention as well as something unique, then a light mustard yellow does shirt is your bet. Pair with a faded dark blue denim with a sneaker. However, ensure you tuck in. Aside from yellow, you can try other vibrant colors.
13. Grey Jean and Blue Dress Shirt
Who says you must be stuck with just Blue or black Jean every single time? Nobody, right? Yes and that is why you need to spice up your style with a Grey Jean and a navy blue dress shirt. It can be for a casual or semi-formal look.
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14. Tuck in Look
Depending on the occasion, you can tuck your dress shirt into your Jean for a dashing and elegant outfit. Most times, you can tuck in the front only for a defined waist and if it is an oversized shirt, the ladies can knot the excess fabric at the front.
15. Dark Dress Shirts With White/Light Wash Jean
This is a classy way of match mixing colors. Here, you can pair black, navy blue or grey dress shirts with white Jean.
The ladies can complement it by throwing on a sleeveless tank top on the dress shirt. Do not leave out the watch and black shoes.
The Dos/Don’ts of Dress Shirt With Jean.
- Ensure one part (upper or down) is lighter while the other is darker for balanced color,
- Do not wear the same color of dress shirt and Jeans except the occasion demands such as All white or All brown party,
- Do not wear a dark color Jean with a dark-colored dress shirt,
- The length of your dress shirt must be perfect if you won’t tuck it in. Do not wear a dress shirt that looks like a gown.
- Do not tuck in if your dress shirt is very short,
- Do not wear baggy jeans with your dress shirt,
- Do not wear ripped jeans with your dress shirt,
- Use belts for the tuck-in shirt and it must be the color of your shoes,
- wear fitted Jean only with your dress shirt,
- If you want a casual or relaxed look, do not tuck in your shirt.
Conclusion.
A dress shirt and Jean is a perfect outfit that can be styled differently for different occasions. However, It is important to check your shirt fit and Jean fit, do not go for a baggy or a cut fit Jean neither should it be too fitted that it will highlight all the shapes of your buttock. Your dress shirt must fit right if you need to tuck it in to avoid excess flying out.
A dress shirt with a Jean works for all occasions ranging from a date, a hang out with family, work, etc. It is often said that the darker the Jean, the more formal the look.
Now with this guide, you know how to pair that dress shirt you have left hanging in your closet different with a Jean. If you are tired of wearing boring outfits, Now is the time to spice things up and get praised for your dress sense.
I will be trying out the long overcoat very soon. What is your misconception about Dress shirts and Jean? Which will you be trying out and which of the ones listed above have you tried out? Share using the comment section.
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