11 reasons to pack your closet with denim

1. One piece and you’re done

Jumpsuits are more grown-up than a pair of overalls but offer a  relaxed alternative to dresses. Topshop jumpsuit, $115, Hudson's Bay; Shoes, US$390, Tommy Hilfiger; Bag, $90, Zara; Necklace, $125, Jenny Bird.

2. High-rise is back

A waistline that meets your own — or reaches a bit higher — is fitting for every shape. J Brand jeans, $268, Neiman Marcus; Topshop top, $80, Hudson's Bay; Bag, $50, earrings, $18, Zara.

3. You can get creative with tucking

Tuck all the way around, play it half and half or let it all hang out. From clockwise: Golden by TNA top, $95, Aritzia; Top, $80, Levi's; Top, $39, Joe Fresh.

4. Denim does double duty

The Canadian tuxedo is no longer a fashion don’t. To make it work for you, pick a top and bottom in contrasting washes (like pale blue with deep indigo). Denim shirt, $50, Winners; Houndstooth bag, $40, ALDO; Ring, $10, Le Chateau; Elizabeth and James jeans, $385, Shopbop.

5. A new cuff can change your look

Your pant leg can be rolled, scrunched, folded or cuffed whether you're going for clean and casual or slightly asymmetrical. From clockwise: Jeans, $210, Fidelity Denim. Boots, $280, Winners; The Castings jeans, $225, Aritzia; 501 CT jeans, $108, Levi's; 711 jeans, $99, Levi's.

6. Dark denim is dressy

Because your black trousers deserve a break. Jeans, $188, Fidelity Denim; Top, $135, Michael Kors; Iro jacket, $795, TNT; Boots, US$490, Tommy Hilfiger; Ring, $13, belt, $25, Le Chateau.

7. The jean skirt is all grown up

Your grade two photo this is not. Rag & Bone skirt, $500, Holt Renfrew; Shirt, $46, boots, $139, Zara; Necklace, $12, ALDO.

8. Colours are cool, but blue is still classic

Brightly coloured washes and prints have fashion clout, but you’ll get the most wear out of tried-and-true blue.

9. Patches are the new rips

You don't have to worry about exposing your skin to the elements with this look. Clockwise from left: Jeans, $45, Old Navy; Jeans, $90, LOFT; Jeans, $44, Joe Fresh.

10. There’s a shoe to pair with every style

Cuffed slouchy jeans call for a pretty pump and a bare ankle — or create a long line with hidden platforms and a hemline that just grazes the floor. Sneakers pair best with skinnies, of course. From clockwise: Sam Edelman, $210, Shoe Boutique; Sam Edelman, $160, Shoe Boutique; Converse, $65, SoftMoc; Shoes, $140, Nine West.  

11. Flares aren't just '70s material

Welcome to the new milennium, bell-bottoms! Frame jeans, $295, TNT; Topshop blazer, $110, Hudson's Bay; Chloé bag, $550, TNT; Shoes, $525, Michael Kors.

Makeup and hair: Claudine Baltazar; Styling: Fiona Green.

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