Denim Through the Decades by Gap
If there’s one textile that’s transformed through the decades, it’s denim. Gap’s expansive line-up of cool-girl jeans allows you to bring just about any decade of denim into the now. Here’s how to style the denim-on-denim trend through any era:
THE 1970s
If any decade is synonymous with denim, it’s the ‘70s. Voluminous flared jeans and boxy Wrangler jean jackets were the uniform of choice. Gap’s throwback styles bring retro to right now—we love this corduroy-trimmed jacket and high-rise flare jeans. Style yours with box-fresh white sneakers for a 2019 twist.
‘70s Pioneer Icon Denim Jacket $89.95
‘70s Pioneer High Rise Flare Jeans $89.95
THE 1980s
We strategically skipped over anything acid wash for this decade—instead we’re tapping the irreverently cool industrial style of the ‘80s. Pair a boxy denim worker jacket with cropped wide-leg jeans to get the look.
‘80s Worker High Rise Wide-Leg Jeans $79.95
THE 1990s
“Mom jeans” have made a major comeback in the past few years. With a few tweaks to the silhouette, this remixed classic looks cool when paired with a cropped denim jacket in the same light-blue wash.
‘90s Originals Crop Icon Denim Jacket $79.95
‘90s Originals High Rise Jeans $79.95
THE 2010s
If there’s one jean silhouette that’s punctuated the past 19 years, it’s the skinny. From curve-contouring jeggings to sleek cigarettes, this cut looks chic when paired with just about anything. Team yours with a chambray shirt in a lighter wash for a modern take on double denim.
Denim Western Shirt $59.95
High Rise Cigarette Jeans with Secret Smoothing Pockets $69.95
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