One of the many magical elements of fashion is that it is cyclical. What goes around comes back around, baby! For instance, over the last few years, we've seen a huge resurgence in low-rise jeans –a style that gained popularity in the early 2000s. Similarly, the mom jeans that were popular during the '90s have also come back in the last five years. We've seen skinny jeans come and go (and maybe... come back again?), straight leg jeans have taken over and '70s flared styles have manifested into chic wide-leg jeans.
Below, we've compiled nine jeans trends I've been seeing everywhere this year —both on the autumn winter runways and out on the street. You'll find different cuts, shades and styles from all our fave denim brands, along with some of our top picks that cater to plus sizes and ensure you look your best. Did someone say bum lift jeans?
Oh, and while you're browsing, you should check out our autumn shoe trends, bag trends and jewellery trends to stlye with all of the denim goodness happening below.
Turn-up Jeans
Get ready for cuffing season! We've seen this hem trend a lot. It's a quick and simple way to switch things up. The best part? You don't have to buy new, simply reach for the longest pair of jeans already in your wardrobe and turn them up to an ankle-grazing length.
Low-Rise Jeans
Okay, we know low-rise jeans can be pretty polarizing, but you can't deny that they've been everywhere recently. Our pick of the best around rn might just convince you to embrace the marmite Y2K trend.
Dark-Wash Jeans
Dark-wash denim has really taken over, and it's really the perfect shade for autumn and winter. Try styling them with a matching denim jacket for a sophisticated Canadian tuxedo moment.
Barrel Jeans
Barrel jeans first piqued our interest when they were spotted on the AW23 runways at Alaïa. Thanks to the street style set fully adopting them this year, the style is definitely here to stay.
Wide-Leg Jeans
Wide-leg jeans, the antithesis to the skinny jean, are super popular. Whether you opt for a loose, cropped silhouette or grungy, baggy styles, wide-leg jeans are a great way to give a 'fit more volume and interest.
Embellished Jeans
From studs to sequins, embellishments are comin' back hot and heavy. Bye bye, boring denim!
Straight-Leg Jeans
Who doesn't love a good straight-leg jean? This is a classic style that will *always* be trendy.
Bootcut Jeans
This silhouette is great for adding a little flare (pun intended) to your look, while still offering a close fit through the thighs. In the words of Hannah Montana, it gives you the best of both worlds.
White Jeans
White or off-white jeans aren't just for the summertime. The colourway can be worn all year round with the right styling, okay? Head-to-toe winter white is très chic, IMO.
Devin Toolen is the Fashion Assistant at Cosmopolitan where she’s responsible for anything and everything that comes through the fashion closet doors. She preps ready-to-wear, accessories, and shoes for Cosmo photoshoots and assists on set. Devin also writes fashion stories for the Cosmopolitan website. Prior to Cosmo, Devin received her BA from Villanova University and her MA from Parsons in Paris, France. While she is passionate about fashion trends and current styles, she has a deep love for fashion history, heritage and archives. Follow her fashion journey on insta: @devintoolen.
Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
