Overalls Are Back! How to Wear The Trend for Now

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Joanna Elizabeth

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Published July 22, 2014

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How to Wear Overalls & Not Look Stuck in the 90s–The overall trend has been on rise for the past two seasons thanks to brands like Balmain, DKNY and rag and bone showing them on the runway. But how can you take this 90s trend and make it modern? Find out how to make overalls the coolest piece in your wardrobe with our latest style guide. Enjoy seven unique ways to style the denim piece below.

Pair Overalls with Cool Accessories

Image: Jen Dau by Gavin Rea for FGR

Give it a western twist with a cowboy hat and shearling jacket. It’s perfect for the fall or on a cool summer night. Maybe add some jewelry for an extra touch.

Keep it Fit

FRAME Denim 'Le High Skinny' Denim Overalls available at Nordstrom for $299.00
FRAME Denim ‘Le High Skinny’ Denim Overalls available at Nordstrom for $299.00

Keep a fitted look with a ‘skinny’ pair of overalls. The slim cut is not only sleekly modern, but it also shows off your figure with a tomboyish edge.

Rock a Lacy Top

Image: Yuliana Bondar by Della Bass for FGR

Wear a lacy top underneath your overalls for a feminine touch. Let the top do the talking rather than the denim.

Leather It

Acne Studios Chagall Leather Overalls available at Shopbop for $880.00
Acne Studios Chagall Leather Overalls available at Shopbop for $880.00

Give it a unique twist to denim overalls by wearing leather or another unique material. It stands out and also brings a stylish take on the classic look.

Heel It

rag & bone Stretch-denim overalls available at Net-a-Porter for $265.00
rag & bone Stretch-denim overalls available at Net-a-Porter for $265.00

Pair your overalls with a cute pair of heels for a sexy accent. It gives the denim fashion a more mature look while not looking too overdressed.

Bra It

Image: Rihanna for album promo
Image: Rihanna for album promo

Do like Rihanna and show off your undergarments with a pair of overalls. A cute bra gives a racy touch to the 90s style.

Wear Overall Shorts

Image: DKNY Spring/Summer 2014 Show
Image: DKNY Spring/Summer 2014 Show

If going with a full length overall seems like too much, keep it short. Short overalls can be accessorized with jackets, hats and jewelry without being too overpowering.

3x1 Short Overalls available at Shopbop for $325.00
3×1 Short Overalls available at Shopbop for $325.00

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