A black denim jacket with subtle tonal stitching or contrast ... keep the rest of the outfit clean with blue jeans or a simple maxi dress. Let the texture, print, or embellishment be the focal ...

Dressing up is always more fun when denim is involved ... Smocked maxi dresses are a must come summer. But you can also wear it this spring by layering a cute cardigan, jacket, or other shirt ...

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