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Denim in summer? You've got to be kidding. If this is what you think then worry not, today's post explains all about wearing denim effortlessly in summer without boiling and no, I'm not talking about denim shorts. While denim shorts are the perfect summer staple, sometimes you just need something different and dressier if you want to wear denims in summer.










Today's outfit is a simple way to wear denims in summer. Actually since the outfit was for a night out, I decided to add another layer in case the night got chilly. Yes! This is how you can wear denim and layer and still be perfectly cool in summer. A denim bralet or croptop is something you've probably seen on a lot of social media posts (including mine btw, I have actually shared this outfit on my Instagram before). I shot this look a couple of months ago and was supposed to share it much earlier but somehow it never really made it to the blog. However, now that it's going live I'm falling in love with the whole look all over again. A simple way to style denim on denim is to find separates that look part of a set. This skirt is actually a buy from Spoyl and the top was something I found on one of those 'I'm not going to shop but just look' days. Yep, I ended up buying this denim bralet/croptop piece for, hold your breath, 200 bucks!

Here are some of my hacks to wear denims in summer:

• Denim can be worn in summer as a layer! Think sun dress with denim jacket. Think a denim vest. Anything really that works with simple cotton clothes, is a great way to wear denim without burning up in summer. 
• Your legs need breathing space. No seriously, give all those skinny fit denims a miss and get yourself a line skirts or even shorts. Your legs will thank you for it, believe me! 
• Knit is everything. The knit of the denim will define the thickness and this means you need to pay attention to the fabric. Really, even if you wear denim shorts, if they don't let your body breathe, they're useless for the summer. 
• Less is more! Okay. you maybe didn't need me to point this out for you but less is more when it comes to wearing denim in summer. Maybe just DIY your plain white tshirt with a denim patch from your old jeans? Yep, its something I've been itching to try and it would look absolutely fab! 
• Finally, if you think that inspite of everything you're most comfortable in your old denim jeans, then go for it! Seriously, the classics will always work, but just make sure to stay out of the scorching heat! 

Summers are all about looking cool with your sexy shades and floppy hats as you lounge by the beach. They're also about endless commute if you aren't rich enough to have a lifestyle that has regular "beach chillin" and its these times that need you to have stylish yet versatile pieces in your closet. Seeing as denim jumpsuits or overalls as I liked to call them (and dungarees as mom calls them) when I was a kid are making a comeback this summer, I decided it was time to really show what can be done with this like beauty.

First off, these overalls are vintage Wrangler bought way before I was born by dad for mom (yes, he was pretty cool at picking things even back then). I have stolen them from here however, I know the streets are currently overflowing with some rather interesting overalls and if you can't find them, there are some great picks online too (many under 1500!). So trust me, all these looks are quite within a budget shopper's reach.

Look 1: City Cowgirl

So its the weekend and you can't be bothered with wearing all those extra girly dresses because florals make you want to run like the wind? Why not bring out your spunky side and pair your denim jumpsuit with a hat and a croptop for a day out? The croptop makes it look a little more feminine and since you're wearing overalls, you can bring out those really short croptops too! The hat, well, slap on a cowboy hat to make the look interesting while still protect yourself from the sun! Yep, a proper girls day out outfit fo the not so girly girl.

Look 2: Working Girl

I love it when we're graced with that one odd day of winter. This happened a couple of days ago, this gave me the perfect opportunity to bring out my new shirt. I've got major love for this shirt! It's got two of my favorite things in the world. Together! A denim shirt with a checkered front in classic colors. B.L.I.S.S.







I bought this shirt on one of my trips to Colaba. I had quite a few doubts about whether it would fit me or not, which thankfully never came true. This shirt, is such a great fit, perfect for a chilly day in Mumbai. Light enough for the afternoon and cosy enough to stop the chilly winds from blowing you away. If you're around Colaba, you definitely need to get one of the millions of denim shirts currently doing the rounds of the stalls there.

What do you think of mixing tartan and denim? How would you style this shirt? Tell me in the comments below. You can also talk to me on Twitter and Facebook!