Elevate Your Summer Style Game with Rustic-Chic Overalls
See why TikTok is obsessing over overalls for women ahead of summer 2024.
Overalls have long been a wardrobe staple for the It girls of the world—ranging all the way from Jane Birkin to Alexa Chung—and surprise, surprise: they're back as a major trend for summer 2024.
While styling overalls for women can seem daunting for first-timers, the first place to begin is finding a pair of chic overalls. Whether you opt to go vintage with your look or avoid all the time and effort of looking through vintage stores and shop new, be sure not to stress too much about finding the perfect fit. Unlike your average pair of jeans, overalls for women should have a loose, oversized fit to achieve that effortlessly chic cool girl appearance.
One of the greatest things about the recent overalls revival is the versatility of the style. Go elegant and feminine, and pair your overalls with a loose, sultry white button-down top, effortlessly chic red lipstick, and a chic updo for a more put-together look. On the other hand, overalls for women lend themselves very well to more playful, boyish looks, so if you're looking to throw on a casual outfit, style your denim with a plain t-shirt, sneakers, and a baseball hat. Either way, you're sure to stun, because the key to rocking overalls is an unbothered, confident attitude.
While there are numerous ways to style overalls for women, the key to any look is keeping it casual. Whether you opt for black denim, dark indigo, or a light wash, keep in mind that your overalls of choice are likely to stand out as the star of your look, so be sure to choose other elements that match the material, wash, and silhouette.
If you're looking to elevate your overalls, purchase a pair with embroidered details—or if you're particularly crafty, make it a fun afternoon DIY project for the summer—for a more personalized touch. Floral or paisley print embroidered features also add a fun, boho vibe to the outfit and incorporate an extra layer of color and texture, elevating the look further.
Another way to style overalls for women that may seem bizarre at first is by introducing an asymmetric element to the look. If you've elected to style your favorite pair of overalls with a pared-back t-shirt or tank, try unbuttoning one of the straps to see how the look changes. By shifting one small detail, the composition of the outfit changes ever so slightly, adding more visually engaging elements to the look. This easy trick also elevates the effortless, fuss-free air of the look, enhancing the casual style to the next level.
While full-length overalls for women are the classic style, there's no denying that sometimes those sweltering summer days necessitate a cropped version of the traditional look. While overall shorts often appear even more casual than their full-length variant, knowing which accessories to pair with your denim can help turn the look around. Choosing a coordinating jewelry set—necklace, hoop earrings, and rings included—is the perfect way to elevate any overall shorts look, and finishing it off with a pair of your favorite sunnies, a laid-back baseball hat, and a chic handbag is a perfect way to infuse an outfit with equal parts casual charm and cool-girl chic energies.
Swap out your stereotypical light wash overalls for women with a cream-colored pair of cargo overalls if you're trying to stand out from the crowd this summer. Not only is this style more unique, but it also embraces two trends at once—overalls and workwear—and infuses the very best qualities from each into one cohesive look. With these, you can go for a monochromatic, all-white look and capture the essence of warm summer weather, or you can add a pop of color to the outfit with your favorite vibrant-colored tops.
Below, see more inspiration for all of our favorite ways to style overalls for women ahead of summer 2024.
