Yes, You Can Wear White Jeans—Here are the 8 Best

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There are typically two camps when it comes to determining when summer really begins.One waits for the official date, June 21, to declare the start of the season, while the other more eager party considers Memorial Day Weekend the unofficial beginning to three months of sunshine, soirees and as much time outdoors as possible. We propose a third option, however. As a state of mind, summer really starts the moment you break out those crisp whites, trading in your dark jean uniform for some bright white denim.

How to Wear White Jeans

White jeans become the ultimate workhorse in a summer wardrobe. For a casual go-to look, pair them with different colors and prints in the form of a short-sleeved button down. For a more elevated, sophisticated take, stick to neutrals. Nothing says summer like a crisp navy polo with some white jeans and boat shoes.

How to Keep Your White Jeans Looking Fresh

It’s a little ironic that summer’s wardrobe staple is also the most prone to stains. A pick-up game of soccer in the park leads to inevitable grass stains and don’t get us started on the inherent danger in all of our favorite BBQ condiments.

There are a few tips and tricks to keeping your white denim bright and stain-free despite their heavy rotation in the warmer months:

• While many denim diehards advocate for washing jeans as little as possible, for the sake of your social life we recommend throwing them in the washer on a warm or hot cycle as needed, but only with your other whites. This will avoid any color transfer from other clothing.

• Avoid bleach. It sounds counterintuitive, but bleach tends to leave a yellowish tinge on white clothing over time.

• Treat stains immediately. Time is of the essence. Immediately dab a stain with a damp cloth or paper towel, then apply a clear concentrated dish soap for grass or coffee stains or hydrogen peroxide for red wine. Don’t be afraid to use a little elbow grease. The point is to agitate the fabric, working in the stain remover so it can lift the offending mark.

• If your whites could use a little general freshening up, toss those white jeans into a bath of four quarts of warm water mixed with one cup of baking soda. Let them soak for several hours, then wash as usual.

Now that you know how to keep your whites jeans bright and fresh, be ready to work them into all of your summer outfits.

Here are the best white jeans for men to wear for all occasions this season.

Paige Transcend Lennox Slim Fit Jeans

This cotton and rayon blend denim will be the softest pair of jeans you own. They’re crafted to retain their shape as you wear them in and are cut slim but not too tight. You’ll find yourself reaching for this comfortable pair again and again.

Bonobos Premium Stretch Denim Jeans

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The perfect amount of stretch makes these jeans ultra flattering. Choose from a variety of fits to find the pair that strikes the right note between roomy and tight depending on your body type.

Todd Snyder Carpenter Pant in Birch

These jeans from Todd Snyder aren’t your average pair of denim. They’re crafted from premium Japanese cotton denim that is meant to be broken in over time, molding to your body with each wash. The vintage workwear-inspired pair features cool but discrete detailing, like an almost-hidden side pocket.

H&M Slim Jeans

There aren’t too many bells and whistles with this pair, just a price that warrants buying two if you can already imagine the 4th of July ketchup stain setting in. They’re mid rise and have just a bit of stretch for comfort.

Frame L'Homme Skinny Blanc Jeans

This is the color we think of when we think white summertime jeans—clean, bright white. This mid-rise, five-pocket fitted pair is slim from the thigh to ankle, perfect for showing off all those leg days you’ve been putting in.

Rag & Bone Fit 2 Jeans

In person, these Rag & Bone jeans appear a gentle cream shade, a bit softer and less prone to stains than bright white. They’re slim throughout the leg and made from undyed cotton with mild stretch that makes them fit perfectly the first time you try them on. Get them on the cheap via a current site-wide discount.

Joe’s Jeans The Brixton

A straight fit is a welcome change from all the skinny jeans in your closet. These feature a mid-rise and skim your hips and thighs for a slightly loose fit that will just get comfier as the day wears on, thanks to a cotton stretch blend. Wear them with a chambray shirt on your next date.

G Star Air Defence Zip Skinny Jeans

For the guy who likes his jeans with a little extra swag, look no further than this zipper-detailed version from G-Star, inspired by fighter pilot suits. These snug, skinny jeans are made from a sustainable stretch fiber crafted from partially recycled and renewable resources. Pair them with your favorite kicks, a t-shirt and leather jacket for a night out.

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