What Your Choice in Denim Says About You

The Cool Prepster

You say

: “Forget madras and polos. I like my classic blues with adash of subversion-it’s Connecticut by way of SoHo.”

The Muses: Alexa Chung, Jenna Lyons, and Olivia Palermo incorporate unexpecteddetails like frayed seams or embellishment to bring a twist to tried-and-true staples.

The Outfit: Striped Ts, crisp oxford shirts, and a rainbow of knits make up the bulk of your closet. But this clean look is about symmetry with color and prints-you’d never be caught dead in a cutesy lobster or whale print.

The Fantasy Accessories: Heels and fussy jewelry would feel out of place; you’re more into androgynous extras like Adidas Stan Smiths or a men’s-style silver watch. You’re not into the It bag—you gravitate toward an all-seasons leather tote by the likes of Mansur Gavriel.

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The Sophisticate

You say

: “I’d never wear jeans with holes in them. Keep it sleek, tasteful, and expensive looking, please.”

The Muses: Victoria Beckham, Miranda Kerr, and Kate Middletonmake off-duty dressing as glamorous as any cocktail attire.

The Outfit: Silk Equipment blouses, sumptuous cashmere turtlenecks,and sharp blazers reinforce your always-refined style.

The Fantasy Accessories: Skip the embellishment and flashy finishesfor structured minimal pieces like a Celine box bag or elegant single-solepointy pumps. It’s unobtrusive luxury all the way.

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• 1. Industry Standard, $105; industrystandardny.com
• 2. DKNY Jeans, $70; amazon.com
• 3. The Seafarer, $425; at Tender, 248-258-0212
• 4. 7 for All Mankind, $198;

The Creative

You say

: "With my eye for fine detail and design-hello, artistic crop!-my denim combo will be as Instagrammable as the interior of my carefully curated apartment.”

The Muses: Kirsten Dunst, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Michelle Williams all exude an unforced artsy and slightly off-kilter aesthetic.

The Outfit: Printed tunic blouses by the likes of A.P.C., cozy Stella McCartney oversize cardigans, and a tailored wool peacoat showcase your ability to marry polish with quirk.

The Fantasy Accessories: Opt for flats with the same relaxed appeal: Birkenstocks or Soludos espadrilles for warm weather, and come fall, menswear-influenced styles like Repetto oxfords or Rachel Comey loafers.

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The Neo-Rocker

You say

: “Oh, I’m friends with the band. I totally wore these jeans to their surprise show last week.”

The Muses: Sky Ferreira, Kate Moss, and Rihanna embody that badass “I don’t care what you think because damn, I look good” attitude. They have the uncanny ability to create outfits that in theory shouldn’t work but do.

The Outfit: You’re not a try-hard, so it’s cool finds in the form of a worn leather moto, a slouchy white T, or an amazing vintage leopard coat.

The Fantasy Accessories: Chunky, biker-inspired boots are ideal for casual outfits, while stiletto sandals elevate your evening attire. Finish with a spiky Eddie Borgo bracelet.

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• 1. Joe's, $198; joesjeans.com
• 2. 3x1 , $325; at 3x1, 212-391-6969
• 3. Buffalo David Bitton, $89;