Retro denim is back! Overalls seem to have taken the world by storm lately, and we’re not just talking about grade schoolers. This one-time schoolyard staple has taken on an adult twist, and it looks like celebrities are eagerly embracing the trend.
Since they were first worn in 1891, overalls have undergone notable changes. Originally, they were used by the working class as protection against work-related hazards.
Alexa Chung was one of the first celebrities to spearhead overalls as a fashion item. Her quirky use of this toddler staple in 2012 inspired the fashion industry.
Classic overalls — dungarees — are predicted to be the big thing this summer. Here are some celebrities who have already started wearing overalls and how they styled them.
1. Rumer Willis: Edgy in Black Dungarees
Rumer Willis rocks a pair of black dungarees with combat boots, effortlessly blending casual and edgy styles (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
Rumer Willis, the daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, exuded a cool girl vibe in black dungarees. She made this outfit work by wearing combat boots and a simple grey shirt.
Celebrities have worn boots with dungarees before, but this is the first time we’ve seen combat boots paired with them. The 25-year-old tucked the hem of her overalls in the boots.
Rumer Willis, sporting black dungarees and pink hair visits a nail salon in Los Angeles on June 4, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
2. Hilary Duff: Retro Glam with a Twist
Hilary Duff embraces a retro vibe with grey dungarees and a tied-up white shirt, adding a headscarf and studded flats for a chic look (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
Hilary Duff can practically snag the title “Jeans Queen.” She wears them often enough and well enough to deserve the title. But this look might be one of her best.
The 26-year-old wore grey overalls but let the upper bib fall to her waist for a unique look. The actress styled her bottoms with a tied-up white shirt, a twisting headband, and studded flats. We are smitten with her retro styling!
Hilary Duff, dressed in 1940s style with dungarees, a head scarf, and bright red lipstick, arrives for her private acting class in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California on June 3, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
3. Alessandra Ambrosio: Casual Chic in Short Overalls
Alessandra Ambrosio looks effortlessly chic in short dungarees paired with a chunky knitted sweater and flat sandals (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
Victoria’s Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio opted for short dungarees for a day out with her kids. She styled them with a chunky knitted sweater, a pair of flat sandals, and a Givenchy bag.
Alessandra Ambrosio leaves Westfield Century City Mall with her children Anja and Noah in California on May 30, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
4. Kristin Chenoweth: Effortlessly Cool at LAX
Kristin Chenoweth keeps it casual and cool in ripped denim overalls paired with a beanie and high-top sneakers at LAX (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
A make-up-free Kristin Chenoweth arrived at LAX a few days ago wearing ripped overalls. She styled them with glittered high-top sneakers, a holey shirt, and a beanie.
Kristin Chenoweth at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) carrying her pet dog in her shoulder bag in Los Angeles, California on May 21, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
5. Ashley Tisdale: Sporty and Stylish
Ashley Tisdale looks stylish and relaxed in light-colored dungarees paired with a white tank top and ankle boots (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
For Ashley Tisdale, the best way to wear overalls seemed to be to pair them with a cropped top. We couldn’t agree more! It made the overalls look less constricting. The actress styled her look with ankle boots and a chain-strapped backpack.
Ashley Tisdale arrives at Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport in California on May 19, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
6. Fearne Cotton: Feminine Flair with Denim Dungarees
Dungarees are almost a uniform for Fearne Cotton because she wears them often for work. But somehow, she always seems to find new ways to style her overalls.
She gave her light-washed denim dungarees a more feminine flair in this look by pairing them with a collared blouse.
Fearne Cotton adds a feminine touch to her light-wash denim dungarees with a scalloped collar top, round sunglasses, two-tone flats, and a shoulder bag, carrying a knitted sweater for cooler weather in London on May 14, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Derek Jarvis)
How adorable is her top’s scalloped collar? She completed the look with round sunglasses, two-tone flats, and a stylish shoulder bag. She’s also holding a knitted sweater, perfect for layering when the weather turns chilly.
What about you, readers? How will you style your favorite overalls?