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How to wear distressed denim

14th January 2013

How to wear distressed denim
How to wear distressed denim: wearing distressed denim is a great way to add texture to your outfit.  I love to pair mine with more feminine pieces to break up any edgy pair of jeans.  Here I added a lace top, a Zara piano cut blazer, a blush pink Forever New bag with rose gold hardware and rose gold accessories such as my favourite Michael Kors watch.  Click on this pin to see the full post! #ootd #fashion #fashionbloggers #whattowear
Zara blazer | vintage lace top | Identity jeans {old} | Europa Art shoes | Forever New bag | Michael Kors 
watch | Tiffany & Co. bracelet | Sass Diva bracelet | Mr Price necklace | Essie Bordeaux nail colour
 
Hi girls!
We shot these pictures over the weekend.  I always love a great pair of distressed denim and this pair is no exception. Here is my guide on how to wear distressed denim:
To break up the edginess of the denim I added a little contrast with some more feminine pieces such as this lace top that actually belonged to my mom, a pink blazer from Zara and this gorgeous Forever New bag with rose gold hardware.  I also threw on my favourite pair of nude heels and some rose gold and accessories.  My Michael Kors rose gold watch and my Tiffany & Co. bracelet are jewellery staples for me at the moment.  These items add a girly feel to these jeans and layer on them quite nicely.  What do you think of this look?
How beautiful is this background?  I feel like I’m on top of the world here.
Leanne
xxx
How to wear distressed denim: wearing distressed denim is a great way to add texture to your outfit.  I love to pair mine with more feminine pieces to break up any edgy pair of jeans.  Here I added a lace top, a Zara piano cut blazer, a blush pink Forever New bag with rose gold hardware and rose gold accessories such as my favourite Michael Kors watch.  Click on this pin to see the full post! #ootd #fashion #fashionbloggers #whattowear
how to wear distressed denim with feminine pieces
tiffany & co. lock and heart bracelet

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Posted by Leanne 72 Comments
Filed Under: Fashion, Outfits Tagged: outfit of the day, South Africa, Summer

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  1. Simona says

    14th January 2013 at 9:38 am

    Great location! Your bag is stunning, great outfit!
    Simona
    http://www.lakenmoon.blogspot.com

    Reply
  2. Nadine says

    14th January 2013 at 9:54 am

    hmm not a fan of the shoes and jeans, but the upper part of your outfit is amazing! Really like the sweet pastel-colours. Pink looks good on you!

    xoxo

    myclassicwardrobe.blogspot.com

    Reply
  3. Cammie Callisto says

    14th January 2013 at 10:15 am

    Love the lace top and blazer. Stunning!

    x Cammie

    Reply
  4. Claudia Saadeh says

    14th January 2013 at 10:32 am

    Love the pics! Happy Monday! xxx

    Claudia
    http://pink-manolos.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. sienna ana belić says

    14th January 2013 at 10:41 am

    cute!
    xoxo Sienna

    http://www.fashionintheair.com

    Reply
  6. Andrea says

    14th January 2013 at 11:33 am

    love your styling! and your bracelets!
    BITE MY STYLE

    Reply
  7. Johlet says

    14th January 2013 at 12:47 pm

    Lovely outfit and amazing view!
    Where is that?
    http://johced-ourjourneytoeverywhere.blogspot.com/
    xxx

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      14th January 2013 at 6:44 pm

      Thanks so much Johlet! It’s the Eye of Africa estate xxx

      Reply
  8. Denisa says

    14th January 2013 at 12:52 pm

    Very nice outfit. Have a great monday.

    http://www.fashiondenis.com/

    Reply
  9. Ivana says

    14th January 2013 at 4:36 pm

    Everything’s perfect about this outfit! The location, the clothes, the accessories, everything! I’m obsessed with that lace top and blush blazer, and those shoes are to die for! You look simply stunning!

    xx Ivana
    Macarons and Pearls

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      14th January 2013 at 6:48 pm

      Thanks so much Ivana! You’ve made my day! xxx

      Reply
  10. Yulia Sidorenko says

    14th January 2013 at 7:01 pm

    you look so cute and lovely <3
    sure! following you, follow me back please
    kisses
    http://yuliasi.blogspot.com/
    love, Yulia
    xoxo

    Reply
  11. Silvia Postolatiev says

    14th January 2013 at 8:07 pm

    You look so stylish!

    love all about this look

    Have a nice week, my dear !

    kisses,
    Silvia

    http://rock-and-roses.blogspot.ro/

    Reply
  12. Milex says

    14th January 2013 at 8:08 pm

    so good

    Reply
  13. Anna Jażdziewska says

    14th January 2013 at 8:35 pm

    o wow!! very nice:) <3 tour style 😉
    http://okomody.blogspot.com/
    xoxo

    Reply
  14. 5th Avenue says

    14th January 2013 at 9:08 pm

    Really cute purse… love the photo backdrop too!

    http://myfifthavenue.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  15. Sweetmona says

    14th January 2013 at 9:31 pm

    lovely jeans! thanks for your comment in my sweet blog! kiss!
    http://theartist-mona.blogspot.com.es/2013/01/monday-blue.html

    Reply
  16. Onto my Wardrobe says

    14th January 2013 at 9:58 pm

    Love your blog ! What about following each other? Also on bloglovin and fb if you want…just let me know :3 <3

    NEW POST UP!

    http://www.ontomywardrobe.com

    Reply
  17. Lirio Style says

    15th January 2013 at 12:32 am

    Hi Leanne – absolutely love these heels! great style you have.

    thanks for visiting my blog, sure, we can follow each other.

    xoxo,
    Lily

    http://liriostyle.blogspot.com

    Reply
  18. thetwofashionlovers says

    15th January 2013 at 3:31 am

    I Love your Outfit, you look amazing.

    http://www.thetwofashionlovers.com

    Reply
  19. Deanne Castro says

    15th January 2013 at 4:05 am

    Love this look on you! Pink is definitiely your colour!

    Please check out my blog, I would love to hear what you think of my latest post!

    xo
    Deanne

    MyFashAvenue.blogspot.ca

    Reply
  20. navy and orange says

    15th January 2013 at 4:24 am

    love the colors of our outfit

    xoxo navy & orange

    Reply
  21. Lirio Style says

    15th January 2013 at 4:54 am

    Following you as well on bloglovin 🙂 cant wait to see more looks of you!
    xoxo,
    Lily

    http://liriostyle.blogspot.com

    Reply
  22. Shannon says

    15th January 2013 at 5:53 am

    Beautiful!!!
    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  23. lucia m says

    15th January 2013 at 7:14 am

    loving the top!

    xx

    http://www.aroundlucia.com
    http://www.aroundlucia.com

    Reply
  24. Fash Boulevard says

    15th January 2013 at 8:15 am

    oh my goodness, adore this outfit. You look amazing. Fabulous post, love. If you get a sec, I’d love to hear your thoughts on my latest. xo

    http://www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

    Reply
  25. Annewil Hokken says

    15th January 2013 at 8:40 am

    Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my blog!
    Of course we can follow each ohter! I started following you 🙂
    Let me know if you like to follow each other to on FB and Bloglovin 🙂

    X Annewil
    http://lovetolittlethings.blogspot.com

    Reply
  26. Joreina Blanco says

    15th January 2013 at 9:18 am

    Oh my God! Love it! So girly!
    I’m your new follower. Hope you could follow back 🙂

    http://www.joreinatriestoblog.blogspot.com

    Reply
  27. CuteandGirlyDMS says

    15th January 2013 at 11:06 am

    this is such a great outfit!!!!

    I have just discovered your blog and i had to join!

    I am your newest fan!

    http://cuteandgirlydms.blogspot.gr/

    Reply
  28. Simona says

    15th January 2013 at 12:59 pm

    Thank you for coming by,and yes I would love to follow each other. i am following now,
    Simona
    http://www.lakenmoon.blogspot.com

    Reply
  29. Yuriza Astari Rizkyta says

    15th January 2013 at 1:08 pm

    great outfit, you look stunning! i love your blog, followed it 🙂

    Reply
  30. Jade Wright says

    15th January 2013 at 1:22 pm

    I love that Mr. Price Necklace!

    I just did a bit of a Mr. Price shopping haul today… check out what I picked up!

    http://bohemianmuses.blogspot.com/2013/01/mr-price-haul.html

    Reply
  31. N@NY says

    15th January 2013 at 2:15 pm

    you are one stylish young lady , love this ,
    am following , wanna follow back ? i’ll be happy 2

    N@NY
    http://nanybuz91.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  32. Carolyne O' says

    15th January 2013 at 2:53 pm

    Definetely in love with your chic style, def my kind 🙂
    Xxx from Italy

    Carolina

    http://www.the-world-c.blogspot.com + JOIN MY GIVEAWAY you can win a fab dress!

    Reply
  33. Jenni♥ says

    15th January 2013 at 3:36 pm

    Your Blog is so cute and you look nice 🙂
    Do you want follow eacht other?

    Reply
  34. Mary Claire Cook says

    15th January 2013 at 3:53 pm

    wow you look stunning! The bag & shoes are my favorite part 🙂

    http://www.nateandmaryclaire.blogspot.com

    Reply
  35. Jamey and Jack's Mommy says

    15th January 2013 at 4:18 pm

    I love same color tones and I’m always looking for another blogger to read! Thanks so much for the comment and I will be your newest follower!

    Reply
  36. brooke says

    15th January 2013 at 5:16 pm

    loving this so much, from the rolled cuffs, to the animal print shoes acting as a neutral, to the fun necklace!

    http://www.insparisian.com

    Reply
  37. Lubna says

    15th January 2013 at 5:36 pm

    Such a gorgeous outfit! Love the bag and heels!

    Lubna
    http://WWW.ELLEVOX.BLOGSPOT.COM

    Reply
  38. his little lady says

    15th January 2013 at 6:11 pm

    Gorgeous! Loving this outfit!!
    xo TJ

    Reply
  39. Sarah Frills4Thrills says

    15th January 2013 at 6:15 pm

    love the blazer!

    Reply
  40. Haylee Mae says

    15th January 2013 at 6:56 pm

    Wow this is gorgeous! Love the sight too.
    xo
    Haylee
    http://www.dolledupdaily.com

    Reply
  41. Judy says

    15th January 2013 at 6:58 pm

    Lovely outfit! And what a gorgeous place to take pictures. I just found your blog. It’s great!

    Reply
  42. Patricia says

    15th January 2013 at 7:20 pm

    Love the outfit! Nice pastel mix 🙂

    fashion-beam.blogspot.com

    Reply
  43. Mia Elizabeth says

    15th January 2013 at 7:33 pm

    Obsessed with those shoes. Insane view!

    Reply
  44. Isa says

    15th January 2013 at 10:29 pm

    I LOVE your blazer! Such a beautiful delicate color!

    http://lasaloperie.blogspot.com.br/

    Reply
  45. Stefania says

    15th January 2013 at 10:48 pm

    Very nice outfit, I like a lot the nude colours.Thanks for visiting my blog. I follow yours and if you want you can follow mine.
    Stefania
    http://www.princessetropezienne.blogspot.com

    Reply
  46. Style Isle says

    16th January 2013 at 2:54 am

    Nicely done, so classy. By the way those are some killer heals

    Tash
    http://style-isle.blogspot.ca/

    Reply
  47. ravenlocks says

    16th January 2013 at 3:44 am

    First off…you’re GORGEOUS. Secondly…I love the light hues of this outfit. The background is stunning too 🙂

    xoxo Azu

    http://www.raven-locks.blogspot.com

    Reply
  48. Jessica Cai says

    16th January 2013 at 5:25 am

    love your entire outfit, especially those shoes! you look amazing 🙂 if you enjoy my blog too, would you like to follow each other? xo jess
    http://www.stylizedluxe.blogspot.com

    Reply
  49. Love and Ace says

    16th January 2013 at 6:16 am

    Amazing view and you look gorgeous! x, Kat

    http://www.loveandace.com

    Reply
  50. A Possible Fantasy says

    16th January 2013 at 9:37 am

    love the color palette and the way you accessorized this pretty combo!

    Reply
  51. Rebeka says

    16th January 2013 at 10:18 am

    You are so naturally beautiful! I’m kind of in love :)))

    http://www.rebekasbeautyworld.blogspot.com

    Reply
  52. t says

    16th January 2013 at 11:15 am

    Nice outfit! Cute shoes!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

    Reply
  53. rbrt says

    16th January 2013 at 11:21 am

    I love your style chick it’s so cute! I love the blazer and the bag!

    robert hurse
    http://www.roberthurse.com

    Reply
  54. EIDesign Glamour says

    16th January 2013 at 5:21 pm

    Hi Leanne ! I just discover your blog and i like it very much! Love your style, and this outfit is so sophisticated! Would you like to follow each other ? let me know ! I wait you to see my daily POST ! Kiss

    EIDesign Glamour

    Reply
  55. Estefanía Ainoza says

    16th January 2013 at 6:09 pm

    Really nice!!! I love it!! So cool!!

    Reply
  56. Tesa Jurjaševič says

    16th January 2013 at 7:31 pm

    you look amazing!

    Reply
  57. Carole Karanja says

    16th January 2013 at 9:35 pm

    Love your whole outfit especially the shoes are hot

    Wanna follow each other
    http://glamourzone01.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  58. M GJ says

    16th January 2013 at 10:40 pm

    awesome, awesome shoes, bag, trousers… Love the outfit!
    xoxo
    http://straplessandpeeptoesmgj.blogspot.com.es/

    Reply
  59. 5th Avenue says

    16th January 2013 at 11:18 pm

    Yes, let’s follow each other, I’m following via GFC!

    http://myfifthavenue.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  60. Jenna says

    17th January 2013 at 4:12 am

    you are gorgeous!! such a cute outfit & fun blog!

    new follower 🙂

    http://www.thebechtholts.blogspot.com

    Reply
  61. Fashion HotBox says

    17th January 2013 at 4:44 am

    You are absolutely adorable and your bag is to die for!
    xx

    http://fashionhotbox.com

    Reply
  62. ekule le says

    17th January 2013 at 4:12 pm

    Wow! I like your style

    Reply
  63. Marine Seon says

    17th January 2013 at 5:14 pm

    Your pair of light pink accessories are very impressive. I dream about having combinations of accessories for each color I like to wear.

    Marine
    http://thegloryby.com

    Reply
  64. Kate says

    18th January 2013 at 6:11 pm

    I love the light pink blazer with the white lace and pale denim – such a fresh & pretty look but I love the way the jeans add a bit of edge!

    Reply
  65. Sassy Riot says

    18th January 2013 at 10:36 pm

    Great necklace! You look like a modern days princess out for a hike in her heels :] That baby pink color works so well with your skin tone!

    xoxo,

    Sarah
    http://www.sassyriot.com

    Reply
  66. Kimberly Bonham says

    19th January 2013 at 2:50 am

    These pics are amazing. You look stunning. New follower!
    Follow me back?

    Reply
  67. Jade Wright says

    29th January 2013 at 11:16 am

    Oh wow! I didn’t even realize I bought the same necklace as you!!!!
    Check out how I wore it:

    http://www.bohemianmuses.blogspot.com

    (love how you’ve worn it!) xx

    Reply
  68. Maggie Adofo says

    5th February 2013 at 8:31 pm

    Super cute bag!! 🙂

    *Stopping by from IFB.

    xo
    Maggie
    Love Scrapbook

    Reply
  69. Olivia says

    11th May 2015 at 7:28 pm

    Wowww! Leanne, you are slaying it! This is chic sexy. Love that distressed denim! Outfit on point doll!!:-)

    Reply
  70. Nooreen Agherdien says

    19th May 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Love those HEELS so feminine 🙂

    Reply

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