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Light Wash Jeans Outfits: Men’s Style Inspiration and Shopping Picks

Light wash, heavyweight style
side by side images of a man standing outside, drinking a cup of coffee. he's wearing a dark jacket, light jeans, and dark loafers

by Megan Collins Updated: August 6, 2024

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Light wash jeans are a ruggedly casual wardrobe staple that deserve a spot in every guy’s outfit rotation.

Of course, raw denim and dark wash jeans will always have a place in your arsenal, but don’t sleep on jeans in a light rinse! You’ll be surprised at how handy they come in on days you want to switch things up.

When it comes to the men’s outfits to wear with light jeans, think casual. Pair them with a flannel shirt, brown belt, and boots. Or your favorite grey sweatshirt and white sneakers in spring weather.

Opt for a slim fit if you prefer a more streamlined silhouette, or a looser fit if you want to embrace the baggy vibe that Gen Z has ushered back in (for better or for worse).

Another benefit of light blue jeans? They’re a great transition piece between warm and cold weather seasons. Pair them with t-shirts in the spring and summer, or lighten up a leather jacket or puffer coat when the temperature drops.

Get inspired with men’s outfit ideas featuring light jeans:

man standing on a sidewalk wearing a light button down shirt, green baseball cap, light jeans, and dark shoes
@westonkloefkorn

Wear light jeans with an Oxford shirt and loafers

This look has a 90s feel I love. You know Team SG is all in on a man in a loafer, but this look would work with your favorite dad sneakers or a Chelsea boot, too.

images: @js_cornerr

Contrast your light jeans with a dark jacket

Navy and black both look great with light wash denim. In this case, a dark-hued work jacket and similarly-hued tee underneath.

A baseball cap completes the comfortable, casual look.

young man standing on the sidewalk wearing a light denim jacket with corduroy collar and light wash jeans

Wear denim on (light) denim

Feeling adventurous? Go with a double-denim look with a jean jacket on top.

RELATED: Add a Belt to Elevate Your Casual Look

An on-trend Wallabee boot in the same shade as the coat’s collar pulls the whole thing together.

man standing outside against a white wall wearing a grey sweater with white lettering on it, light wash jeans and white Converse all-star sneakers
image: @outlandermagazine

Wear your light jeans with a throwback sneaker

There’s something oh-so-stylish about pairing these classic pants with a nostalgic sneaker like Converse All-Stars or a Vans slip-on.

The rest of your outfit can be super-simple. A sweater. A hoodie. Maybe a baseball cap or your most-loved shades, and you’re out the door.

man standing in a living room wearing a short-sleeve navy button-down shirt and light wash jeans
@calgeary

Roll your denim at the ankle

Show off your footwear with a cuffed ankle. Much like adding a belt, this is a finishing touch that punches above its weight in terms of the outsize effect it has on zhushing up men’s outfits.

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The short-sleeve button down takes things up a notch from a standard tee. A polo would work well here, too.

Below, shop the best light wash jeans for guys:

ALEX MILL
AM Original 5-pocket jean in vintage light indigo, $195
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flat lay image of light wash frame denim jeans
FRAME DENIM
L’Homme Slim in Barrancos, $218
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You can find a pair of light wash jeans that works for you, from price point to fit to inseam.

LEVI’S
555 Relaxed Straight Jean in indigo champion, $98
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flat lay image of flint and tinder light wash jeans against a white background
FLINT AND TINDER
All-American Stretch Denim in Pacific Wash, $158
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Not sure where to start with your light wash jeans? Aim for a fit that’s not too snug, but not too loose and baggy, either. A straight-leg fit is a safe, yet stylish, bet.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH
athletic straight jean in light wash, $80
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RAG & BONE
Fit 2 Authentic Stretch Jeans, $235
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READ MORE ON MEN’S DENIM STYLE FROM SG HQ:

A Week of Outfits to Wear with Jeans

Men’s Wardrobe Essential: Dark Denim

Black Jeans Outfits for Guys

Megan Collins

I started Style Girlfriend to help guys look, feel, and act their best.

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