Summer Denim Essentials 2012

With Summer's arrival, we're reassessing the essentials — namely, denim. With a nod to our favorite classics and attention to the newest trends, we've compiled a list of the 10 must-have denim finds that we'll wear nonstop this Summer. It's the stuff that lends itself to perfect seasonal outfits: a jean jacket to top your pretty party dresses or a worn denim skirt to liven up your staple tees. We can hardly imagine a Summer without our cutoffs or a perfect chambray button-down, but there's a lot more in store. Click on for all the awesome denim to stock your Summer wardrobe with now.