I’m denim obsessed this summer. I’ve been rotating between my favorite low-rise capris, denim miniskirt, and perfectly-worn-in baggy jeans. The trick to wearing denim in this summer heat is finding lightweight pieces that are equal parts stylish and comfortable. I’ve rounded up some of the prettiest lightweight denim finds from Nordstrom—my go-to destination for denim-related shopping—for you to browse. Each one is summer ready and totally on-trend.
In this list of lightweight denim and chambray gems, I made sure to include some drawstring styles, a trend that’s all over my social media feed right now. 1822 Denim’s and Paige’s tie-waist styles have that relaxed, baggy look I love without the bulk of traditional denim, and between the casual jeans, breezy shorts, smocked sets, and airy dresses, I’ve got everything denim covered.
Mix and match these lightweight denim styles with your go-to summer basics, or go full Canadian tuxedo. Trust me—these are denim pieces you’ll be reaching for all summer.
1822 Denim
Drawstring High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
PAIGE
Zoey Tie Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Levi’s
Baggy High Waist Cotton & Linen Denim Shorts
The cut on these is amazing.
Reformation
Sebastien Button Front Organic Cotton Denim Midi Dress
Madewell
Drawstring Waist Low Slung Baggy Jeans
Free People
Webster Denim Romper
Madewell
Smocked Denim Tank Top
Madewell
Smocked Denim Midi Skirt
rag & bone
Featherweight Logan Wide Leg Jeans
Madewell
Airy Denim Drawstring Waist Low Slung Baggy Jeans
Free People
Easy Peasy Wide Leg Drawstring Pants
Good American
Lite Denim Midi Dress
The square neckline is so well-done.
rag & bone
Lisbon Denim Midi Skirt
MANGO
Dart Bermuda Denim Shorts
Longline shorts are so flattering.
Levi’s
Baggy High Waist Wide Leg Cotton & Linen Dad Jeans
Levi’s
501 Mid Thigh Denim Cutoff Shorts
Levi’s always comes in clutch.
Lucky Brand
Low Rise Wide Leg Drawstring Jeans
Just how summer denim should be.
MANGO
Siros Tie Front Denim Vest
MANGO
Siros Pull-On Wide Leg Denim Pants
To match with the shirt above or cool on their own.
Madewell
Lightweight Denim Overshirt
My favorite accessory on a jean jacket: the button pin.
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