Double Denim Looks for Men: 7 Ways to Wear the Trend

Denim is already part of your style, from the jeans you wear on repeat to the jacket you grab on your way out. Pairing them gives you another way to wear those favourites, whether you’re heading to college, meeting friends or going out for the evening. How you combine them sets the mood. Contrasting washes keep things relaxed, darker shades give a cleaner finish, and a loose leg or bootcut changes the overall look. 

A double denim outfit doesn’t have to mean a matching set. At JACK&JONES, we’ve put together seven ways to pair your jeans with a denim shirt or jacket. Let’s start by focusing on the details that help the two pieces work together. 

How to Wear Double Denim: The Basics 

You don’t need a matching set to try denim on denim for men. Start with a denim shirt or jacket you enjoy wearing, then use its wash to guide your choice of jeans. 

You can either go for a contrast wash to make each piece stand out or a similar shade to give the outfit a more coordinated feel. Both approaches work with simple tops and shoes you already own. 

How to wear double denim for men? Follow these checks:

• The shape: A hip-length jacket works well with wider jeans. A longer denim shirt needs a little more thought around tucking and layering.

• The weight: A lighter shirt is easier to wear on warm days. Save heavier jackets for weather that calls for them.

• The details: If one piece has embroidery, patches or distressing, keep the other quieter.

With these basics covered, start with contrast before trying closer colour pairings.

Seven Double Denim Outfit Ideas to Try

The denim pieces you already own can work together in more ways than you might expect. 

These seven double denim outfit ideas show how to pair shirts and jackets with jeans, then choose shoes and layers to suit casual days or evenings out.

1. Dark Denim Jacket With Light Jeans

A dark denim jacket with light jeans creates a clear contrast between the two pieces. Start with our Light Blue Regular Fit Jeans, with their faded wash and subtle distressing, then add a plain dark-indigo jacket, a white crew-neck tee and simple sneakers.

Wear the jacket open, with its hem around your hips, and keep the jeans sitting neatly over your shoes. It creates an effortless look for college or lunch with friends. 

2. A Light Denim Shirt With Dark Jeans

If a jacket feels too heavy, try the JACK&JONES Light Blue Denim Shirt instead. Its light wash, snap fastenings and flap pockets work well over a plain grey tee with dark straight-fit jeans and low-profile sneakers.

For a relaxed denim shirt and jeans outfit, leave it open over a tee, with enough room through the shoulders to move comfortably. For a neater finish, wear the shirt on its own and tuck it in if the length allows.

3. Tonal Indigo With a Tucked Denim Shirt

For a smart casual office look, pair a dark-blue denim shirt with regular- or straight-fit indigo jeans. The shades don’t need to match exactly. Check them together in daylight.

Pair a denim shirt with jeans in similar dark washes, then add loafers for an easy evening office look.

4. Black Denim From Top to Bottom

For dinner or drinks, wear the tonal look in all black. Pair our Men’s Black Organic Cotton Denim Shirt with black straight-fit jeans and Chelsea boots. Its washed finish and twin flap pockets add detail without needing a print.

Wear the shirt buttoned with the collar open, or leave it open over a charcoal tee for a more relaxed setting. 

5. Beige Denim With Blue Jeans

A beige denim shirt brings a lighter contrast to dark-blue jeans. Our Men’s Beige Organic Cotton Denim Shirt keeps things practical with flap pockets and snap fastenings. Finish with brown suede sneakers or loafers.

Wear the shirt open over a white tee for casual plans, or button it for a neater finish. Keep the other pieces plain and let the colour contrast do the work.

6. A Faded Jacket With Black Bootcut Jeans

A change in shape can be as effective as a change in colour. Try on a faded blue denim jacket with black bootcut jeans. The contrast in wash and shape makes it easy to pair this denim jacket with jeans.

Choose a hip-length jacket to balance the bootcut leg, and let the jeans fall over the boots without touching the ground. Leave the hems unrolled so the bootcut stays visible.

It’s a look with real character, made for gigs and nights out. Prefer a looser leg? Keep the jeans simple and let a statement jacket do the talking. 

7. A Statement Denim Jacket With Loose Jeans

For a relaxed street-style look, keep the base plain and let the jacket add character. Our Blue Printed Denim Jacket combines washed trucker styling with contrast embroidery and graphic detailing at the back. Pair it with dark loose-fit jeans and a solid cream tee.

Finish with chunky sneakers to balance the wider leg. Add a belt if the jeans sit low, and keep the hems off the ground. Skip extra graphics on the tee so the jacket remains the focus.

Find Your Double Denim Combination at JACK&JONES

The useful thing about double denim for men is that both pieces can work separately too. A shirt you wear with chinos might pair well with your jeans. A jacket you save for weekends could give an older pair a fresh outing.

From contrasting washes to tonal indigo and statement jackets, these seven looks give you different ways to wear double denim. Choose the combination closest to your everyday style, then adapt it with your usual tees, shoes and accessories.

Explore the latest denim shirts, jackets and jeans at JACK&JONES to create your own combinations.