The Denim Shop

What is denim made of?

Denim is a durable fabric made primarily from cotton, woven in a twill pattern to create its signature diagonal texture. Some modern denim blends include elastane or polyester for added stretch and comfort.

What to wear with black denim?

For women, black jeans pair effortlessly with a white blouse for a classic look. For nights out, an eye-catching statement top looks great against dark jeans. Black denim can also be paired with or a cosy knit for everyday casual wear.  

For men, black denim works well with a plain tee, a button-up shirt, or a leather jacket.

For kids, a fun graphic tee, denim jacket or a comfy hoodie looks great with black jeans.

What to wear with white denim?

For women, a striped top or denim jacket pairs well with white jeans.

Men can keep white jeans sharp with a navy polo shirt or light sweater. Finish with loafers or crisp white sneakers.

A printed tee or colourful jumper adds contrast to white denim on kids. Add some sneakers to the outfit to keep it fun yet casual.

What to wear with a denim jacket?

Women can layer a denim jacket over a dress, monochrome outfit or a statement top with high-waisted jeans for effortless style.

For men, pair a denim jacket with chinos or black jeans for a casual yet polished look.

Kids can throw a denim jacket over a tee and jeans – providing a look that’s casual yet sophisticated. For girls, denim jackets look great paired with leggings or worn over a summer dress.

How to dress a denim shirt?

Women can wear a denim shirt with jeans for a double denim look, or tuck the shirt into a skirt with heels.

For men, pair a denim shirt with some chinos layered over a plain tee.

Kids can stay comfy yet stylish with a denim shirt worn over a playsuit, or paired simply with shorts.

How to dress up denim?

Women can elevate a denim look with heels and a silk blouse, or a blazer for a polished aesthetic.

For men, dark wash jeans with a button-up shirt and dress shoes is great for looking refined yet relaxed.

Kids can dress up denim with a collared shirt, a cardigan or a dress.

What shoes go with a denim jeans?

For women, sneakers pair well with denim jeans for casual days out. You can add another level of sophistication with a pair of designer heels.

For men, loafers are a great way to create a look that’s smart and stylish. Or if you’re looking for everyday comfort, you can’t go past a classic pair of white sneakers.

Myer also has plenty of great kids’ footwear options including sneakers, boots and sandals.

How to wear double denim?

Women can add flair to their look with contrasting denim washes. Think light jeans with a darker denim jacket or vice versa.  

Men can keep it modern with a fitted denim shirt and contrasting jeans.

For kids, it’s fun to play around with denim overalls and jackets. Kids also look great dressed in different tones of denim.

How to clean denim?

To preserve the colour and fabric of your denim, it should be washed inside out in cold water with mild detergent. Avoid over washing to maintain quality. Make sure to always check the label on your denim before washing.

Can you dry clean denim?

Dry cleaning isn’t usually necessary with denim. Your best option is to throw your denim items into the washing machine on a cold wash setting.

Can you put denim in the dryer?

To prevent shrinkage, it’s best to let your denim dry naturally. If you do use a dryer, choose a low heat so the denim maintains its shape. Make sure to check the care label on your garment first.

Can you iron denim?

Yes, but turn it inside out and use a medium heat setting. A steamer can also remove wrinkles without direct heat. Always refer to the care label for best results.