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Best wide-leg jeans to shop now for every occasion

The pieces you need on your denim wishlist 😍

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Wide-leg jeans have become just as much a staple denim trend as skinny or straight leg styles. In fact, this season we reckon wide legs will be taking over as everyone’s go-to trousers for any occasion. Whether you’re partial to grungy, baggy styles – that are so long they fray at the hem as they drag on the ground and under your sneaks – or more of a fitted ‘70s high-waisted flare that can work well cropped or full length, these jeans are in demand for a reason.

The relaxed, wide shape is flattering (and mega comfortable) and the style goes with literally everything. Trust us, they’re a no brainer whether you opt for a vintage blue wash, classic black, or opt for something more colourful like a khaki to nail the cargo trend or Barbie pink. Pair yours with white trainers or heeled sandals in the summer months, and then add a chunky knit jumper and long wool coat once autumn arrives.

We’ve rounded up all the best wide-leg jeans to shop right now, from chic denim brands like MOTHER Denim, as well as high street faves including & Other Stories and H&M. Planning on wearing yours to the office or after festival ready denim, you are guaranteed to find the perfect pair (or pairs) to add to your jeans collection here.

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Hollister Ultra high-rise wide-leg jeans

Ultra high-rise wide-leg jeans
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Hollister Ultra high-rise wide-leg jeans

Guys, don’t sleep on Hollister for jeans. We’re obsessed with loads of the brand’s retro-inspired, cool-girl fits. Perfect for shorter gals out there, this wide-leg pair is super high-waisted and ideal for wearing with cute cropped tops this summer.

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Monki Giga low waist loose jeans

Giga low waist loose jeans
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Monki Giga low waist loose jeans

Monki is a treasure trove filled with every style of jeans you could wish for. Calling all tall gals, this wide-leg pair have extra-long legs, talk about a summer saviour sent from denim heaven. A black or dark grey wash is a grungier, but equally versatile denim to your usual blue hues.

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Hush Abi wide leg jeans

Abi wide leg jeans
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Hush Abi wide leg jeans

These beaut mid-blue jeans from Hush are the definition of wear-with-everything denim. Throw them on for casual weekends spent with friends or dress them up with bright heeled sandals, a micro bag and stacks of gold jewellery for your next BNO.

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H&M Wide ultra high jeans

Wide ultra high jeans
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H&M Wide ultra high jeans

Y2k trends are totally dominating the high street right now, including denim styles, and we have to admit, we’re not mad about it. The low-rise and slouchy, wide leg are the perfect match and complemented beautifully by the slightly distressed blue wash.

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Nobody’s Child Mid wash blue wide leg denim jeans

Mid wash blue wide leg denim jeans
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Nobody’s Child Mid wash blue wide leg denim jeans

Now 64% Off

Anyone else getting stylish Parisian vibes from this look, or is it just us? Fitted through the hips to balance the width of the legs, and available in seven different blue washes, we’ve got this mid-wash shade top of our wish list. Wear them with a white tee and trainers for an effortless look.

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& Other Stories Relaxed Wide Jeans

Relaxed Wide Jeans
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& Other Stories Relaxed Wide Jeans

Stories’ relaxed cut jeans come in a few different denim shades, but if in doubt, go for a vintage wash blue – it’s the classic denim staple. From the thick, soft cotton to voluminous wide leg silhouette, you’ll wonder how your day-to-day outfits ever managed without this pair.

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Arket TULSI Relaxed Jeans

TULSI Relaxed Jeans
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Arket TULSI Relaxed Jeans

This chic white shade is perfect for making your denim staples work in the warmer months. Go full Noughties boho and pair them with cowboy boots and a tank top in a matching hue for that tonal dressing look.

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Mother Denim The ditcher roller sneak

The ditcher roller sneak
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Mother Denim The ditcher roller sneak

If you love rigid, raw denim, give Mother’s 'Ditcher Roller Sneak’ jeans a go. Though they take time to break in (due to the fact they lack the stretch of denim blends) they’ll last you a lifetime. A worthwhile investment, if you ask us.

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Cos Wide-leg fluid denim trousers

Wide-leg fluid denim trousers
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Cos Wide-leg fluid denim trousers

Now 86% Off

The baggy boyfriend is the cool, relaxed style that has peak ‘90s grunge vibes. And these jeans from Cos have the addition of a comfy drawstring waist, too. Yes and yes.

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M&S Lyocell™ blend wide palazzo leg jeans

Lyocell™ blend wide palazzo leg jeans
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M&S Lyocell™ blend wide palazzo leg jeans

We’ve started relying heavily on good ol’ M&S for its iconic denim recently. We especially love the fact that it caters for all heights with petite and tall lines. The uber wide palazzo pant silhouette on these babies make them too good to miss.

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M&S Collection The wide-leg jeans

The wide-leg jeans
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M&S Collection The wide-leg jeans

Available in four washes (including black denim), M&S’ high-rise pair have an inclusive size range going up to a size UK 24. Plus, they come in petite, regular and tall, too. Um, could we love M&S more? Whichever shade you opt for, our personal favourite is medium indigo, style yours with white trainers while the sun is shining, and square-toe boots and a cosy knit come autumn.

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We Are The Free CRVY Gia wide-leg jeans

CRVY Gia wide-leg jeans
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We Are The Free CRVY Gia wide-leg jeans

Instantly stylish with a blazer and heels or worn-out trainers and a crop top, wide-leg jeans rival the straight leg jean with their versatile powers and ability to pair with every outfit. We The Free’s Gia jeans goes up to a size 35 waist, and come in six different washes.

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Jigsaw Balfour long wide leg jean

Balfour long wide leg jean
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Jigsaw Balfour long wide leg jean

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These Jigsaw jeans have a chic ‘70s style thanks to their high rise, structured flare and vintage mid blue wash. Plus, they’re ethically sourced and 100% fixed denim with sustainable recycled stitching. We’re all about making a bigger eco effort. Style with warm tone accessories and crochet knits to elevate that retro summer aesthetic perfectly.

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Reformation Cary high rise slouchy wide leg jeans

Cary high rise slouchy wide leg jeans
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Reformation Cary high rise slouchy wide leg jeans

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Reformation is the cool girl brand loved by our favourite celebs including Hailey, Kendall, and Selena. We love the slouchy, relaxed fit of these wide-leg jeans. Pair them with your fashion trainers and don’t be afraid of any dragging and fraying that may occur. It’s all part of the look.

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Lucy & Yak Cole jeans

Cole jeans
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Lucy & Yak Cole jeans

Credit: Lucy & Yak

Lucy & Yak’s Cole jeans are ‘90s skater heaven with their low crotch and baggy cut. Nipped in at the waist with front pleats to create a flattering silhouette, the style works great with cute crop tops. Plus, the brand’s organic denim styles are available in inclusive sizing ranging from waist 24 to 52.

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Sophie Leen is the Bookings Editor for Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK. She specialises in creating fashion and shopping content across both digital and print platforms, as well as producing all of our fashion editorial photoshoots, which have included our digital cover with Olly Alexander and our curve influencer’s letter to the high street story. Sophie also looks after our Try Before You Train franchise where our team have tested and reviewed over 100 gymwear items. 

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Rosie Davenport
Former Ecommerce Writer

Rosie Davenport is a former Ecommerce Writer at Cosmopolitan UK and Red Online, covering fashion, beauty and travel reviews, as well as major sales events such as Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. Rosie has reviewed everything from Reformation dresses to the latest massage guns and knows the new brands to bookmark as well as the latest trends to follow. Before this role, Rosie was a Fashion Ecommerce Writer on publications including ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar and Good Housekeeping for nearly two years, and gained a MA from Central Saint Martins in Fashion Journalism in 2021, focussing on the rise (and rise) of fashion podcasting. Rosie has also worked at The Times, been a sub editor at The Mail on Sunday’s weekly YOU magazine and produced in-depth retail reports for the trend forecasting agency WGSN.  Her career highlight? Previewing Prada’s AW21 menswear show in the depths of lockdown and interviewing Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons from her bedroom. Outside of work, Rosie can be found rummaging through vintage shops or getting lost in one of London’s iconic department stores.  You can follow Rosie on Instagram @rosie.davenport 

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