The Denim Trend That's More Popular Than Skinny Jeans for Fall
Skinny jeans have long reigned supreme, but this fall, the denim trend will finally surrender its crown. Here at Who What Wear, we take our denim very seriously, so naturally, we've placed a number of bets on which jean shape will replace our once beloved skinnies. Baggy jeans? High-waisted? After a bit of guessing, we can safely say that this fall, straight-leg jeans are the denim trend that's giving skinny jeans the ole boot.
We spoke with Katie Smith, retail analysis and insights director at Edited, to confirm our suspicions. "Compared to a year ago," she shared with us, "we've seen a 49% increase in the number of straight-leg jeans in stock in the last three months. Skinny jeans are still the dominant mass market denim style, representing 40% of the best-selling products in the last three months. However, in trend stakes, straight fits are climbing and selling out at 80% more these past three months than they were at the same time last year."
If you're a diehard skinny-jean fan, though, fret not. According to Smith's insight, the formfitting style isn't going anywhere anytime soon. But shoppers clearly have their eyes set on straight-leg jeans, so we know one thing for sure: In a few months' time, you'll see everyone wearing this denim trend.
We've been fans of the shape for a minute now, so if you're ready to join us and see what all the hype is about, shop our edit of the chicest straight-leg jeans at every budget below.
Under $400
Just imagine how well this off-white color will go with your sweaters.Available in sizes 24 to 31.
Contrast seaming makes this pair look so elevated.Available in sizes 27 to 28.
We're way too into the distressed hems here.Available in sizes 24 to 31.
Under $300
Who What Wear editors adore this brand.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
This brand offers only one jean shape—the perfect fit, according to the team there.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
This cropped hem is basically waiting to showcase all your cute mules.Available i
Ready your ankle boots because this cropped hem is just waiting to show them off.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
Under $200
Need Supply Co. just made its own jeans, and they're really good.Available in sizes 24 to 30.
Meet your new off-duty jeans.Available in sizes 23 to 31.
Under $100
Pro tip: Darker washes make jeans look more expensive.Available in sizes 24 to 36.
Just go ahead and copy the model's entire outfit while you're at it.Available in sizes 12 to 24.
Take a cue from the styling, and cuff this pair a few times at the ankle.Available in sizes 8 to 22.
These were made for kitten heels. Just saying.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
Now you're all set to own a pair of straight-leg jeans, too.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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