How to Build a Denim Capsule Wardrobe
Creating a sustainable denim capsule wardrobe full of your essential denim staples that can be mixed and matched, has never been easier than with Ariat’s denim collection.
Denim, a forever classic fabric that never goes out of style. With its incredibly durability and versatility, denim is key staple material that should be part of everyone’s capsule wardrobe.
A capsule wardrobe is a restricted collection of interchangeable garments that can be worn in a number of different ways. If you’re wondering how to build a capsule wardrobe, start with a few staple pieces that can be mixed and matched, to give you a range of different looks. We’ve put together a guide to help you start building your own denim capsule wardrobe, that will last for years to come, and transition through each season from summer into winter.
Your Essential Denim Wardrobe Staples
- Grab a pair of go-to denim jeans.
First and foremost, find the perfect pair of denim jeans. Jeans are a staple piece in every wardrobe, and they’re your core purchase when building your denim capsule wardrobe.
If you find the right pair, these will last you for years. Jeans are incredibly versatile, they can be dressed up or down, paired with almost anything, and come in a number of styles to best suit your body type. From skinny and straight to bootcut and flare, denim jeans are the perfect base for any outfit. We love how each style works in their own way when paired with western boots, country boots or casual boots.
Denim goes well with any colour, so we recommend investing in a good pair of classic blue denim jeans, like the R.E.A.L Perfect Rise Abby Straight for a classic option; and perhaps a black pair for a dressier option, like the Forever Skinny Jean. If you’re wearing jeans almost every day, you could also opt for a lighter pair of white or light wash denim jeans, but remember, this is your capsule wardrobe so only invest in styles that you know you will wear on repeat.
Don’t forget to check the rise in the jean. Everyone is unique and whilst mid-rise jeans might work well for some, high-rise jeans might be more comfortable for others – the better the fit, the more likely you’ll be to repeat wearing them, so make sure you’ve got it spot on. All of the Ariat jeans are made with the highest quality material, so you can be safe in the knowledge they’ll last you for years to come.
- When the weather turns warm, you’ll need a pair of denim shorts.
Jeans might be a little too warm in the summer months, so we also recommend investing in a pair of denim shorts. They’re a key item in your travel wardrobe too.
We love a pair of denim shorts partnered with a fashionable cowboy boot – the Heritage R Toe Western boot is one of our best-sellers. If you prefer a classic countryside style, our Wexford Chelsea boot makes a stylish pairing with denim shorts, or for a more casual tie-up or slip-on shoe – trainers or boat shoes work well.
When the evenings get a little cooler, your denim shorts can be paired with a classic denim jacket, the next staple piece we recommend you having in your denim capsule wardrobe.
- Layer up with a denim jacket.
Whether you’re working the double denim look or adding a classic, hardworking jacket to a white tee or summer dress, we’ll always advocate having a denim jacket in your wardrobe.
The denim jacket is a super versatile piece of clothing. A trusty transitional layer to add warmth and style, it’s a key staple from season to season. Our denim jacket is designed using the same denim as our jeans, so you’re guaranteed to get long-lasting wear alongside stretch and comfort.
- Add a lightweight denim shirt to your collection.
Add a little western chic to your denim capsule wardrobe. Not only are denim shirts adaptable – you can wear them buttoned up, down, tied around your waste, loose, or tucked in – they are also a great lighter layer for warmer weather, replacing that heavier-duty denim jacket.
You can find denim shirts in a range of colours and styles, and just like the other key denim pieces we’ve listed, they can be dressed-up with accessories or dressed-down worn over a simple tee for a more laidback style. You can also explore the double denim look here, tucking your blue wash denim shirt into your go-to pair of jeans – we recommend pairing with a leather belt and a classic pair of boots.
By having just a few pieces of denim in your wardrobe, you can mix and match to create a versatile, yet sustainable, wardrobe. To complete your capsule wardrobe, we recommend investing in a few essential plain tees and summer dresses that will go nicely with your essential denim pieces. That way, you can create several outfits that can be rotated and accessorised to make them inter-changeable and unique.
