STYLE
Denim-on-Denim
The on-trend style is here to stay.
- Lightweight, durable and always on trend, denim is appearing in all areas of fashion, including bags.
- Here’s how to style denim with more denim, plus denim bag recommendations.
Denim-on-denim is becoming increasingly popular in the world of fashion. Versatile, comfortable and inherently casual, pairing denim with more denim is easy, especially when there are so many options to choose from (think denim jackets, skirts, jeans, handbags and even shoes).
Learn how to embrace denim-on-denim styles, and how to choose the best denim handbag for you.
Why We Love Denim-on-Denim
On trend yet timeless, denim appears in all areas of fashion—from denim skirts to blue jeans to handbags and beyond. So why not pair denim with more denim? The versatile, low-effort style effortlessly blends casual comfort with bold, statement-worthy flair.
How to Wear Denim-on-Denim
There’s more than one way to make denim-on-denim work for you.
Mix and Match: Pair a light wash denim jacket with dark wash jeans and a denim quilted shoulder bag for a cohesive style that’s not overly matchy.
Go Monochromatic: For a fully monochromatic look, pair a denim top, jeans and a bag in the same shade of blue. The finishing touch? A pair of denim heels or sandals.
Find a Bag-Jean Duo: Don’t want to go all out? Find your ideal bag-jean duo to tie together any and every look. Style and restyle your reliable pair with your favorite vintage tee, going out tank or oversized hoodie. The options are endless.
Mix and Match: Pair a light wash denim jacket with dark wash jeans and a denim quilted shoulder bag for a cohesive style that’s not overly matchy.
Go Monochromatic: For a fully monochromatic look, pair a denim top, jeans and a bag in the same shade of blue. The finishing touch? A pair of denim heels or sandals.
Find a Bag-Jean Duo: Don’t want to go all out? Find your ideal bag-jean duo to tie together any and every look. Style and restyle your reliable pair with your favorite vintage tee, going out tank or oversized hoodie. The options are endless.
The Best Denim Bags
From iconic shoulder bags to playful minis, there’s a denim bag style out there for everyone.
Shoulder Bag: Keep it classic with a refined shoulder bag like the Tabby that can also be styled as a crossbody or clutch. If you’re looking to elevate your denim-on-denim look, go for a chain-link style that matches the hardware on your denim clothing (think buttons and zippers).
Style Picks: Tabby Shoulder Bag 26 with Repurposed Denim Patchwork Quilting, Tabby Shoulder Bag 26 in Regenerative Cotton Denim
Convertible Crossbody Bag: Pair an already versatile outfit with an even more versatile bag. Convertible bags are ultra-functional—style your plus-one as a shoulder bag for nights out or as a crossbody for hands-free shopping.
Style Picks: Teri Shoulder Bag in Signature Denim
Mini Bag:Playful in nature, denim mini bags just make sense (especially when styled with more denim). Wear your denim mini as a shoulder bag with your favorite jean jacket or match your wristlet to your denim skirt for an iconic duo.
Style Picks: Nolita 19 in Signature Denim
Shoulder Bag: Keep it classic with a refined shoulder bag like the Tabby that can also be styled as a crossbody or clutch. If you’re looking to elevate your denim-on-denim look, go for a chain-link style that matches the hardware on your denim clothing (think buttons and zippers).
Style Picks: Tabby Shoulder Bag 26 with Repurposed Denim Patchwork Quilting, Tabby Shoulder Bag 26 in Regenerative Cotton Denim
Convertible Crossbody Bag: Pair an already versatile outfit with an even more versatile bag. Convertible bags are ultra-functional—style your plus-one as a shoulder bag for nights out or as a crossbody for hands-free shopping.
Style Picks: Teri Shoulder Bag in Signature Denim
Mini Bag:Playful in nature, denim mini bags just make sense (especially when styled with more denim). Wear your denim mini as a shoulder bag with your favorite jean jacket or match your wristlet to your denim skirt for an iconic duo.
Style Picks: Nolita 19 in Signature Denim
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FAQs: You asked. We’ve answered.
What are the different types of denim bags?
What are the different types of denim bags?
There are denim bags of all shapes and sizes, from structured shoulder bags to playful mini bags to large totes and backpacks. At Coach, we have a variety of denim styles—repurposed denim patchwork quilting, regenerative cotton denim and Signature Denim, to name a few. To explore our denim bags, visit Coach and Coach Outlet.
What bags will complement my denim jacket?
What bags will complement my denim jacket?
Denim is inherently casual and incredibly versatile, meaning a denim jacket pairs well with a variety of different bag styles and materials. For a cohesive yet trendy look, team your denim jacket with a denim handbag. Or, if you want something a bit more subtle, you can always go with the unmistakably iconic Little Black Bag (aka the Tabby, of course).
What’s the best way to care for a denim bag?
What’s the best way to care for a denim bag?
Clean denim bags with a damp or dry soft cloth to restore the fabric. Note that colors may transfer to other items, and the hue of colored denim may fade with continuous wear or exposure to strong sunlight.