When you think of spring wardrobe staples, the first thing that comes to mind is white jeans. The crisp, clean design is perfect for an optimistic start to the warmer months. Although still popular among fashion insiders, a group of chic dressers are leaning toward ecru jeans, a different colored denim trend that feels a little more relaxed and cool-girl in 2026.
Neither white nor khaki, ecru jeans, also known as vintage white, are the perfect in-between denim wash, offering a more sophisticated and versatile look. It has a softer, livelier tone compared to pure white denim, and can easily be paired with other neutral and bold colors like royal purple, cherry red, and cobalt blue. It also hides any blemishes and gives you a sophisticated yet relaxed look without worrying about keeping your white jeans spotless. Its popularity extends beyond denim brands like Levi’s, Madewell and Mother to the fashion world, including celebrities like Julianne Moore, who recently paired it with white sneakers.
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Moore was spotted in New York this week sporting a casual yet sophisticated winter-to-spring transition outfit. Specifically, it consisted of an oversized black leather jacket, a fitted black T-shirt, baggy ecru jeans with raw hems, and slim white sneakers. For accessories, she chose her signature black baseball cap, oval sunglasses, and black leather shoulder bag.
If you’re looking to refresh your denim rotation with an ageless style you can wear a lot this spring and summer, keep scrolling for ecru jeans and white sneakers that are perfect for casual pairings.
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