Denim shirts are your new style hero – a truly versatile piece that is set to get a lot of wear throughout summer and as we make the transition into autumn.

While the weather has been a bit hit and miss lately, a denim shirt can make a good lightweight alternative to a jacket and is ideal for layering over a simple t-shirt or vest for casual summer style.

Denim shirts are regularly seen on celebrities like David Beckham and JLS as they are the perfect choice for off-duty style. Take inspiration from Beckham and don’t be afraid to try double denim. You can wear your denim shirt with a pair of jeans, just make sure you choose different denim washes so it’s not all the same wash head-to-toe! Alternatively, wear yours with a pair of stone chinos for a cool and casual summer look.

As we head into festival season a denim shirt will become your essential to throw on over a vest and shorts when the sun sets. Buttoned up or worn undone over a top, it’s a fresh alternative to a hoodie or jumper.

However you choose to wear yours, head over to River Island to check out their collection. With long sleeve and roll sleeve shirts in a number of washes and fits, they’re your style solution for surviving the British summertime.  Better still, with denim shirts from as little as £25 they’re a low cost way to update your wardrobe for summer.

About the Author :  Jennifer Winnett  is a writer who wears denim shirts.