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The Absolute Best White Jeans To Shop Now

White denim usually signals the start of summer—or at least warm weather to come. But why wait?

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White denim usually signals the start of summer, or at least the anticipation of warm weather to come. But who says you have to wait until the summer solstice to enjoy one-half of the easiest outfit formulas of all time? Besides, throwing on a pair of ivory-hued denim on a chilly, dark morning might just give you the sartorial inspiration you need to get through the colder months. Either way, we’re advocates of white denim no matter what time of year it is.

Still, the best white jeans for 2022 aren’t necessarily the ones you threw on in years past. While a typical straight-leg pair will always hold strong, we’re partial to updated silhouettes this season: Wide-leg, low-rise, and cargo-inspired white denim is having a moment—and look out for interesting details like cut-outs, mixed-textures, and imaginative distressing. Pair them with a long-line coat and chunky boots now, then keep them in rotation to wear with your favorite ribbed tank or oversized button-down when warmer weather arrives.

Ahead, shop our favorite pairs of white jeans.

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Maison Margiela High-rise wide-leg jeans

High-rise wide-leg jeans
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Maison Margiela High-rise wide-leg jeans

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Marigela's cut-out jeans are a 2022 mainstay.

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AGOLDE 90'S Pinch Waist: High Rise Straight

90'S Pinch Waist: High Rise Straight
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AGOLDE 90'S Pinch Waist: High Rise Straight

This '90's pinch waist style has stolen our hearts and there's no turning back.

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DL1961 Hepburn High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

Hepburn High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
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DL1961 Hepburn High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

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Pair this wide-leg style with socks and sneakers now—and strappy sandals later this spring.

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SLVRLAKE Beatnik Rigid High-Rise Slim-Leg Jean

Beatnik Rigid High-Rise Slim-Leg Jean
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SLVRLAKE Beatnik Rigid High-Rise Slim-Leg Jean

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This style from SLVRLAKE has a more tapered, slim fit.

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New Chain Pants - White

New Chain Pants - White
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New Chain Pants - White

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The chain detail along the sides make this pair from EB Denim instantly recognizable.

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TAPERED FULL-LENGTH JEANS

TAPERED FULL-LENGTH JEANS
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TAPERED FULL-LENGTH JEANS

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We love the rich cream color of this loose-fit pair.

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Victoria Beckham Mia Straight-Leg Jeans

Mia Straight-Leg Jeans
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Victoria Beckham Mia Straight-Leg Jeans

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The center crease of this pair will elongate you instantly.

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Maison Margiela high-rise distressed jeans

high-rise distressed jeans
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Maison Margiela high-rise distressed jeans

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Modern distressing starts at the thigh, according to Maison Margiela.

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Good American has become a fan-favorite for its easy-to-wear silhouettes, which includes this straight-leg pair in ecru.

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Citizens of Humanity Charlotte Rigid High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

Charlotte Rigid High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
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Citizens of Humanity Charlotte Rigid High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

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These non-stretch, rigid jeans lend the perfect fit.

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Made in LA from rubber-coated jersey, these straight-leg jeans have a mid-rise—and would look great when paired with one of Maisie Wilen’s brighter, textured tops.

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Tibi White Denim Pants

White Denim Pants
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Tibi White Denim Pants

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Tibi's take on white denim includes a pintucked hem.

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Khaite Danielle high-rise straight jeans

Danielle high-rise straight jeans
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Khaite Danielle high-rise straight jeans

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Khaite's white jeans are made from 98% cotton and 2% polyurethane for a sturdier, thicker feel.

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Isabel Marant Étoile Corsysr high-rise boyfriend jeans

Corsysr high-rise boyfriend jeans
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Isabel Marant Étoile Corsysr high-rise boyfriend jeans

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Made with a subtle contrast stitch, these relaxed boyfriend jeans are the perfect everyday pair.

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everlane The Rigid Slouch Jean - Ecru

The Rigid Slouch Jean - Ecru
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everlane The Rigid Slouch Jean - Ecru

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Size up in Everlane's slouch jean for an even more oversized, low-rise fit.

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FRAME Le High Flare Jeans

Le High Flare Jeans
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FRAME Le High Flare Jeans

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Go ahead, go for the flare.

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Magda Butrym Crochet-insert wide-leg jeans

Crochet-insert wide-leg jeans
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Magda Butrym Crochet-insert wide-leg jeans

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These dual-texture jeans are just the thing your closet needs.

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Frame Ultra High Rise Barrel jeans

Ultra High Rise Barrel jeans
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Frame Ultra High Rise Barrel jeans

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An ultra-high-rise is always a good idea.

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Deveaux New York Scout cotton cargo pants

Scout cotton cargo pants
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Deveaux New York Scout cotton cargo pants

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A more cargo-inspired pair, these non-stretch sailor pants veer more casual than typical white jeans.

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Lauren Caruso

Lauren Caruso is a freelance writer, consultant, and digital media strategist that splits her time between NYC and Los Angeles. She has more than ten years of experience within the publishing industry with a focus on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, with tenures at Refinery29, Allure, and The Zoe Report.

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