For all of the comfort denim offers, we’ll be the first to admit that jean dresses can feel pretty blah. A quick shopping search shows the same mini skirt apron style with little to no variation. Thankfully, designers are mastering the art of retooling the fabric and turning denim dresses into fashionable spring dresses.
If you live for a long-sleeve, utilitarian-style dress, you’re in luck. If a chic wrap shirtdress is more your speed, we’ve found a belted Cinq à Sept one that has us gushing over how designers can now bend a yard of denim to fit their will. Plus, the styling capabilities are endless. For instance, a cute cardigan sweater perched over your shoulders on a sleeveless midi or a faux fur jacket over a chic mini paired with pointed booties. The list goes on, but one thing is for sure: A denim dress is a must-have for spring. Ahead, denim dresses that prove just how versatile and adorable the denim dress is.
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Abercrombie & Fitch Mia Denim Vest Mini Dress
Is it a vest? Is it a mini? It’s the harmonious blend of both worlds. Leave it up to A&F to design a comfortable, charming V-neck mini dress with front buttons. The denim is soft yet thick for a snug top and slightly flared bottom.
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Abercrombie & Fitch Mia Denim Vest Mini Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch
Pilcro Sleeveless Denim Midi Dress
Turn your attention to Pilcro for a timeless midi dress. The sleeveless one-piece can easily be layered with a jacket.
Shop Pilcro at Anthropologie
Pilcro Sleeveless Denim Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Free People Denim Dreams Midi Dress
Breezy and flowy, Free People has crafted a midi dress that’ll take you from cool spring days to hot summer ones. The soft denim silhouette has a high-low shape with a square neckline, lower back hem, and adjustable tie closure for comfort and style. Feel free to pair everything from sandals to sneakers to heels with the wardrobe staple.
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Free People Denim Dreams Midi Dress, $, available at Free People
Madewell Denim Seamed Mini Dress In Lunar Wash
Sling a black leather jacket over your shoulders or slip into a longline coat. This is the versatile black mini that’ll work for elevated dinners and casual nights out. The slightly balloon sleeves are comfy and exude a laidback flair, while the pencil skirt keeps it professional.
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Madewell Denim Seamed Mini Dress In Lunar Wash, $, available at Madewell
Kimchi Blue Gemma Denim Ruffle Mini Dress
For all you coquette aesthetic lovers, here is the perfect denim dress. From the layered ruffles to the adorable white bows, the A-line number has all the quirks.
Shop Kimchi Blue at Urban Outfitters
Kimchi Blue Gemma Denim Ruffle Mini Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Reformation Tropez Denim Mini Dress
As you bring back your white spring dresses to the front of your wardrobe you might see a denim mini missing. Reformation is where it’s at with this latte-colored dress. It is designed with a scoop neckline and adorned with fancy gold buttons for a piece you’ll be drawn to all season long.
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Reformation Tropez Denim Mini Dress, $, available at Reformation
Aritzia The ’90s Tube Maxi Denim Dress
For a Y2K take on denim dresses, glide into Aritzia’s tube maxi style with an empire waist and a back slit. The style looks like it just came straight out of Jennifer Aniston’s early aughts wardrobe, and we’re here for it.
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Aritzia The ‘90s Tube Maxi Denim Dress, $, available at Aritzia
Ganni Tint Denim Mini Dress
Let your inner child shine with a denim mini dress that has whimsical details your younger self would love: flounce hems and straps with bow details. Ganni has put an elevated touch to it with a wool and denim version — the latter is embroidered on the back with the logo in cursive orange.
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Ganni Tint Denim Mini Dress, $, available at Ganni
Marant Étoile Lacanau Pleated Tie-Dyed Denim Mini Dress
Step out to your next outing in a tie-dyed denim dress. The short silhouette has stylish pleats and prominent shoulders for a playful take on a simple white denim dress.
Shop Marant Étoile at The Outnet
Marant Étoile Lacanau Pleated Tie-Dyed Denim Mini Dress, $, available at The Outnet
Ashley Stewart Drawstring Bodycon Denim Dress
How cute can a denim dress get? Only Ashley Stewart will tell. This adorable stretchy bodycon dress comes with all the works: puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, and a stylish drawstring hemline.
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Ashley Stewart Drawstring Bodycon Denim Dress, $, available at Ashley Stewart
7 For All Mankind Denim Lustre Luxe Denim Dress In Daylily
At first glance, this midi might seem like it’s made of rigid denim, but it’s actually created from lyocell for a super-soft touch that’s reminiscent of your favorite vintage jeans. It features a cinched waist with loops that you can accessorize with any belt.
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7 For All Mankind Denim Lustre Luxe Dress In Daylily, $, available at 7 For All Mankind
GRLFRND Celeste Denim Vest Dress
Accentuate your curves in a mid-weight denim mini dress that scoops in at the waist. It has a popped collar for a preppy touch and contrast stitching for a more chic factor.
Shop GRLFRND at Revolve
GRLFRND Celeste Denim Vest Dress, $, available at Revolve
Cinq à Sept Jenessa Belted Denim Mini Wrap Shirtdress
Cinq à Sept has put a modern spin on the wrap denim dress. Now, it features contrast topstitching, notched lapels, oversized front pockets, and an adjustable D-ring belt. The polished and chic mini is destined to be a compliment magnet.
Shop Cinq à Sept at Neiman Marcus
Cinq à Sept Jenessa Belted Denim Mini Wrap Shirtdress, $, available at Neiman Marcus
Levi’s Alyssa Denim Jumper Dress
Don’t miss your chance to score an additional 40% off this gem. The pinafore-styled dress is an easy piece to layer on top of your favorite T-shirt, long-sleeve top, or sweater.
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Levi’s Alyssa Denim Jumper Dress, $, available at Levi’s
Show Me Your Mumu Outlaw Dress
Get ready to bust out your cowboy boots and play Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold’em.” Show Me Your Mumu has designed a flirty Western-inspired denim dress. The V-neck mini is decorated with woven braided details — both the detachable denim belt and the trim lining the front pockets.
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Show Me Your Mumu Outlaw Dress, $, available at Show Me Your Mumu
Mango Button Denim Dress, $, available at Mango
& Other Stories Belted Denim Mini Dress, $, available at & Other Stories
Urban Outfitters Nayda Denim Ruffle Mini Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Everlane The Denim Chore Dress, $, available at Everlane
AllSaints Harlow Denim Mini Dress, $, available at AllSaints
Future Collective with Kahlana Barfield Brown Long Sleeve Utility Denim A-Line Dress, $, available at Target
Pilcro Vest Mini Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Wash Lab Denim Chill Out Shirtdress, $, available at Nordstrom
Levi’s Ellie Denim Dress, $, available at Amazon
Free People Pocket Full Of Sunshine Mini Dress, $, available at Revolve
H&M Tie-Belt Denim Shirt Dress, $, available at H&M
Marques ‘ Almeida Asymmetric Denim Halterneck Mini Dress, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Madewell Denim Puff-Sleeve Mini Dress In Dawnshire Wash, $, available at Madewell
Free People Crown Jewel Dress, $, available at Free People
Zara Patchwork Denim Dress, $, available at Zara
7 For All Mankind Luxe Dress In West, $, available at 7 For All Mankind
Reformation Nikki Bustier Denim Mini Dress, $, available at Reformation
Eloquii Elements Puff Sleeve Denim Jacket Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Zara Mini Denim Dress, $, available at ZaraPhoto courtesy of Zara.
Delfina Balda Ona Dress – Denim & Yellow, $, available at Lisa Says GahPhoto courtesy of Lisa Says Gah.
Kowtow Panel Dress, $, available at KowtowPhoto courtesy of Kowtow.
Nanushka Santal, $, available at Net-A-PorterPhoto courtesy of Nanushka.
Eloquii Denim Dress with Peplum Detail, $, available at EloquiiPhoto courtesy of Eloquii.
MOTHER The Tie Back Knee Dress Fray, $, available at MotherPhoto courtesy of Mother.
MOS Edition Blue Lightweight Denim Tie Dress, $, available at The Frankie ShopPhoto courtesy of The Frankie Shop.
Madewell x Karen Walker Fathom Denim Off-the-shoulder Dress, $, available at MadewellPhoto courtesy of Madewell.
Mango Denim Shirt Dress, $, available at MangoPhoto courtesy of Mango.
Ulla Johnson Lyna Dress, $, available at Ulla JohnsonPhoto courtesy of Ulla Johnson.
Paper London Wallace Dress Indigo Denim, $, available at Paper LondonPhoto courtesy of Paper London.
Tibi Washed Indigo Twill Dress, $, available at TibiPhoto courtesy of Tibi.
Urban Outfitters Danny Plunging Button-down Denim Midi Dress, $, available at Urban OutfittersPhoto courtesy of Urban Outfitters.
Alexa Chung Denim Mini Dress, $, available at Net-A-PorterPhoto courtesy of Net-a-Porter.
Carolina Herrera Round-neck A-line Cotton-denim Dress, $, available at MatchesFashion.comPhoto courtesy of MatchesFashion.com
Delfina Balda Ona Dress – Denim & Yellow, $, available at Lisa Says Gah
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