YOUR spring to summer wardrobe is not complete without the best denim dresses.
Oh-so versatile and timelessly cute, jean frocks are a classic staple for warmer months.
The Spring 2023 runway did not disappoint either, with brands from Jacquemus to Givenchy all flying the flag for denim this season.
Hemlines are long right now, making bohemian designs hot property. But thanks to style icons like Hailey Bieber, Jennifer Anniston, Bella Hadid and Katie Holmes, mini styles will always have a place in our hearts.
Whatever you're looking for, we've found the best denim dresses to shop in the UK right now.
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Best denim dresses uk at a glance:
- Best figure-hugging denim dress: Joe Browns Classic Dark Wash Denim Bodycon Dress
- Best bohemian denim dress: AMhomely Summer Buttoned Denim Short Sleeve Shirt Dress
- Best denim tea dress: ASOS Design Soft Denim Seamed Mini Tea Dress in Blue
- Best t-shirt denim dress: River Island Blue Denim Short Sleeve Mini Dress
- Best smart denim dress: & Other Stories Relaxed A-Line Denim Dress
Joe Browns Classic Dark Wash Denim Bodycon Dress
- Joe Browns Classic Dark Wash Denim Bodycon Dress, from £51.70 from Amazon - buy here
You won’t regret investing in a classic denim dress like this Joe Browns gem on Amazon.
Easy to style and immaculate enough to wear in the office, it features a belt to cinch in your waist making the slim fit that little bit more flattering.
Cut from 100 per cent viscose, it zips all the way up the front and customers rave about the quality, so the price is pretty good.
Shirt dresses are so easy to dress up or down too. Simply add stilettos or knee-high boots for brunch and dinner vibes, then tone it down with some sandals for chic sunny days.
AMhomely Summer Buttoned Denim Short Sleeve Shirt Dress
- AMhomely Summer Buttoned Denim Short Sleeve Shirt Dress, from £18.99 from Amazon - buy here
Want to jump on the floaty maxi dress trend? This bohemian frock by Amhomely on Amazon will work a treat for your summer-drobe.
The tiered floaty silhouette will look great whatever size you are, plus the oversized shape is super comfy making this the dress to throw on for barbecues or as relaxed office attire.
Starting from £18.99, it’s an affordable choice too, plus it runs up to double XL.
Wear yours with some ballet flats for a lunch date on the weekend, along with some mini silver hoops and a dark brown lip. Love it.
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ASOS Design Soft Denim Seamed Mini Tea Dress
- ASOS Design soft denim seamed mini tea dress in blue, £28 from ASOS - buy here
Ok, so we have found a denim dress that's made for afternoon tea or brunch: Asos Design's Soft Denim Seamed Mini Tea Dress.
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From the puff sleeves to the adorable button-down fastening, it's pretty enough to pass as a party dress.
You can layer up your necklaces too as there's a deep v-neck to show them off. Time to wear your favourite pendant.
Tommy Jeans Slim Button Through Denim Dress in Mid Wash
- Tommy Jeans Slim Button Through Denim Dress in Mid Wash, £95 from Asos - buy here
Tommy Jeans always serve us the classics, like this Slim Button Through Denim Dress available on ASOS.
Stamped with the instantly-recognisable Tommy Jeans badge on the back, this pinafore has buttons all the way down the front.
The best part? You can wear this with different tops underneath so it will feel like a totally new dress each time.
River Island Blue Smock Mini Dress
- Blue Smock Mini Dress, £50 from River Island - buy here
Have some garden parties on the horizon? Look no further than the River Island Blue Smock Mini Dress.
The puff sleeves and stylish plaited borders make takes this up a level from your bog-standard denim frock.
Wear yours with thick mini hoop earrings and some chunky sandals for a minimalist yet oh-so-cool summer outfit.
& Other Stories Relaxed A-Line Denim Dress
- Relaxed A-Line Denim Dress, £85 from &OtherStories - buy here
Denim dresses can be smart too, just look at this &OtherStories number.
Cut with a sharp collar, this dark blue denim design is made from organic cotton.
Wear yours with knee-high boots and a slick back ponytail to show your dinner date that you mean business.
BDG Reine Tinted Denim Midi Dress
- BDG Reine Tinted Denim Midi Dress, £56 from Urban Outfitters - buy here
Time to bring back the 90s with this BDG Reine Tinted Denim Midi Dress from Urban Outfitters.
Cut from cotton-rich denim, it has a pretty scoop neck, side slit and nostalgic skinny straps.
Wear yours with a beaded pearl necklace and miniature sunnies to really get into the Clueless era.
New Look Blue Denim Halter Bodycon Mini Dress
- Blue Denim Halter Bodycon Mini Dress, £27.99 from New Look - buy here
Sexy and sweet, the Blue Denim Halter Mini Dress from New Look is a going-out denim number, that's for sure.
From the figure-hugging bodycon silhouette to the halter neck straps, it's a party dress for hot summer nights.
Wear yours with some sandals, teamed with layered jewellery and a vibrant lippy.
Vetinee Women's Casual Babydoll Denim Dress
- Vetinee Women's Casual Babydoll Denim Dress, £39.99 from Amazon - buy here
Amazon’s button-down denim dress is going to be a saviour on those days when you want something easy but cute to throw on.
Buttoned down the front, this t-shirt dress is made from a cotton-rich fabric so it's great quality for an affordable price.
If classic blue denim isn’t to your taste then you can pick out of six other colours, from Foxy Grey to Aurora Pink.
Dress it down with some trainers for off-duty Saturdays, then up with some chunky heeled sandals and some silver jewellery for evenings out.
V by Very Bandeau Corset Denim Dress
- V by Very Bandeau Corset Denim Dress - Dark Wash, £40 from Very.co.uk - buy here
This Bandeau Corset Denim Dress on Very.co.uk ticks all of our boxes on the sexy scale.
In a curve-hugging fit, your body will thank you for this one.
Grab your favourite stilettos and a statement clutch, then dance the night away.
River Island Blue Denim Short Sleeve Mini Dress
- Blue Denim Short Sleeve Mini Dress, £42 from River Island - buy here
Simple and easy breezy, the Blue Denim Short Sleeve Mini Dress is a staple for your wardrobe.
There are big pockets for whatever you fancy, an adorable tie-up back and the shape will suit any body shape.
The lightweight denim fabric means you can wear it on warmer days too, just add sandals.
Mango Button Denim Dress
- Button Denim Dress, £35.99 from Mango - buy here
Step out on the beach promenade this summer in Mango's Button Denim Dress.
For less than £36, it's an adorable pinafore style that cinches in at the waist to accentuate your curves.
Wear it with a white tee on cooler days, or by itself with flip-flops on your holiday. It's so versatile.
Blue Denim Shirred Tiered Midi Dress
- Blue Denim Shirred Tiered Midi Dress, £34.99 from New Look - buy here
New Look's arrived with the ultimate garden party denim dress.
The shirred top half contrasts beautifully with the floaty maxi skirt, crafting a gorgeous summer must-have.
There's no need to bother with too many accessories because this dress does all the talking. Simply add some miniature hoops and your favourite minimal sandals.