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    The 13 Best Denim Shirts for Women

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    By Julia Marzovilla
    Published 5 October 2021 In Buying Guides

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    Hear me out: denim shirts are trending for fall and winter 2023. The piece, perhaps most memorably worn by Stillwater in Almost Famous, is just the latest in a slew of Western-inspired trends that have crept their way into our closets this year. We started with the cowboy boots and now we’re here! But these are not the denim shirts of yore. Instead, these new iterations are available in just about every wash, length, and style. To prove it, I rounded up a bunch of the best denim shirts for women you can buy right now. After all, I am the person who quite literally shops online for a living.

    This list includes everything from classic iterations that would not feel out of place at a Kacey Musgraves concert to more modern-feeling versions. When in doubt, throw one of these over your favorite summer mini dress and call it a day—it’s a foolproof fall outfit combination that looks just as effortless as it feels.

    Floral Embroidery Denim Shirt

    The Embroidered Shirt
    & Other Stories Floral Embroidery Denim Shirt
    $89.00 AT STORIES.COM

    The dainty floral embroidery on this otherwise simple denim shirt gives it a delicate touch.

    Denim Overshirt With Pocket

    Zara Denim Overshirt With Pocket
    $49.90 AT ZARA.COM

    This pink button-down will instantly make your favorite summer sundress feel fall-ready.

    Denim Western Shirt

    Gap Denim Western Shirt
    $59.95 AT GAP.COM

    If you like the Western look, snap front buttons and pointed shoulder details are the signature of a Western-style denim shirt.

    Essential Western Shirt

    The Classic
    Levi's Essential Western Shirt
    $69.50 AT SHOPBOP.COM

    When you think about denim, you think about Levi's. This denim button-down was made to be layered with a pair of jeans in the same wash.

    With Love Denim Button Down

    The Cream Pick
    Free People With Love Denim Button Down
    $98.00 AT SHOPBOP.COM

    If you want to wear denim-on-denim but you don't love the look of an all-blue outfit, try this white denim shirt from Free People.

    Snakebite Ombré Denim Shirt

    The Two-Tone Pick
    Ksubi Snakebite Ombré Denim Shirt
    $220.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    This gradient shirt from Ksubi is too cool not to be worn.

    Chambray Classic Ex BF Button Down Shirt

    Madewell Chambray Classic Ex BF Button Down Shirt
    $72.00 AT SHOPBOP.COM

    This denim shirt is chambray rather than a heavier stiff denim so it's soft, light and won't bulk up if you want to tuck it in.

    Stripe Chambray Shirt

    CASLON Stripe Chambray Shirt
    $20.70 AT SHOP.NORDSTROM.COM

    We love the subtle blue-on-blue vertical stripes on this denim shirt.

    Jules Slim Western Shirt

    Citizens of Humanity Jules Slim Western Shirt
    $208.60 AT SHOPBOP.COM

    A light-wash denim shirt makes for a great cover-up.

    Gracie Shirt

    Levi's Gracie Shirt
    $41.70 AT SHOPBOP.COM

    Another great shirt that can also double as a light jacket. This style is meant to be worn oversized.

    Short Sleeve Chambray Shirt

    COURT & ROWE Short Sleeve Chambray Shirt
    $89.00 AT SHOP.NORDSTROM.COM

    With short sleeves, this sweet, feminine style gives no Western vibes at all.

    John Retro Denim Shirt

    Lafayette 148 New York John Retro Denim Shirt
    $135.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    Brown buttons and contrast stitching make this denim shirt a slightly vintage-inspired addition to your denim wardrobe.

    Shrunken Denim Shirt

    Levi Shrunken Denim Shirt
    $148.00 AT LEVI.COM

    This denim shirt is made from sturdy denim so it'll stand the test of time.

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