7 Pairs of Jeans Fashion Girls Wear in the Summer (and 5 They Won't)

If there's anyone who knows a thing or two about denim, it's our editors. We've tried and tested dozens of brands, styles, and trends over the years, so when we share our favorite pairs with all of you, you can trust that they really are the best of the best. While I can assure you each editor ahead has that one pair of go-to jeans they keep on heavy rotation in their wardrobes, there are certainly other pairs they wear on a more seasonal basis, and today, that's exactly what I was aiming to uncover.

Since getting dressed in the heat of summer serves up a plethora of challenges in general, I was curious to know if there were particular denim styles or materials that these stylish women prefer wearing in the warmer months, in addition to styles they refuse to wear. Lucky for you, they spilled all their denim secrets and revealed the best summer jeans on the market for all of you to shop. No matter where you live or how hot it gets there, the selection ahead will have you ready to tackle summertime dressing (even if it's just indoors) with a pair of stylish and cool jeans at the ready.

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Won't Wear: "I tend to stay away from tight-fitting denim like skinny jeans in the summer since I find them to be uncomfortably snug."

Will Wear: "No matter the time of year, non-stretch, rigid denim is my go-to, but I especially gravitate toward slouchy-fitting denim in the summer. I'm obsessed with the fit and wash of this Agolde pair, which I've been wearing nonstop with all my summer tops and sandals."

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Won't Wear: "I tend not to wear my black skinny jeans as much in summer. They feel too heavy and dark for the sweltering L.A. heat."

Will Wear: "I opt for light-wash denim in summer. This high-waisted, straight-leg pair from Citizens of Humanity is my absolute favorite—and looks great with crop tops, bodysuits, and breezy summer blouses."

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Won't Wear: "What I can't do in the summer is 100% cotton skinny jeans. I live in the South, so wearing those down here in July would pretty much be enough to ruin your day."

Will Wear: "I prefer lightweight, loose-fitting denim with a tiny bit of stretch in the summer. I've been wearing this J Brand pair constantly since I got them a few weeks ago, and I think I'm going to need them in every wash."

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Won't Wear: "When it's hot out, I skip cropped denim since it's a style I only pair with ankle boots."

Will Wear: "For the summer months, I gravitate toward wide-leg denim silhouettes, like these from Totême. Bonus: These are 100% cotton, so they're extra breathable for hot days."

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Won't Wear: "When the weather gets warmer, I tend to avoid overly stretchy jeans because I don't like how they stick to your body, and the synthetic materials aren't particularly breathable."

Will Wear: "I wear my rigid, 100% cotton, straight-leg jeans all the time, and summer is no exception. I style them with anything from tees to going-out tops to flat sandals to heels."

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Won't Wear: "During the summer, I tend to put my low-rise boyfriend jeans aside, as I find they are harder to pair with summer tops—more of an oversize-sweater type of jeans."

Will Wear: "No matter the season, however, I always find myself reaching for classic straight-leg denim. Slvrlake has the best vintage-feeling denim that transcends the test of seasonality."

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Won't Wear: "I skip my crazy-tight vintage jeans in the dog days of summer. Nobody needs to be so restricted when air flow is a must!"

Will Wear: "I just wore these Paige jeans to an event during a rather warm day by the beach, and the wide-leg silhouette kept me cool since air could circulate. A relaxed fit is always a good idea when the weather gets hot."

Lauren Eggertsen
Editorial Director

"Copy (200 words): Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Where and has worked at the company for nearly seven years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Sydney Sweeney, Lindsay Lohan, and Megan Fox. 


She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, and Milan, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Elle.com, HarpersBazaar.com, and Vogue.co.uk. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.