The Denim Trend Making a Surprising Comeback Right Now

Denim Skirt Street Style Photographs

There’s just something about denim that keeps us reaching for it in our wardrobes daily. Whether it's a trusty pair of jeans, a trucker jacket, or a skirt, it's the kind of staple that forms the foundation of many modern dressers' looks, and the fabric that designers continually reimagine and reinterpret on the runway every season, guaranteed.

I've reviewed plenty of street style snaps, and one item I've noticed slowly reemerging in the looks and outfits across the major style-setting cities is the ever-faithful denim skirt, appearing in a small but curated selection of forms. From mini to maxi, in soft blue washes, deep indigos, and muted black tones, the denim skirt proves once again its versatility and dependability. So, what kind of denim skirts are in style for spring in 2025, I hear you say? A long black or grey skirt will undoubtedly work overtime for pared-back, minimalist dressers. For those with a penchant for Bella Hadid style, the denim mini instantly evokes a cowgirl look and feel. Finally, for those wanting a fresh, spring everyday essential, a classic blue midi skirt will become the bedrock of your closet.

We all desire hard-working, foundational items in our capsule wardrobes, so I've found the best denim skirts to shop now that will suit various dressers and budgets for this spring. Read on to find the perfect denim skirt for you.

1. LONG & BLUE

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Style Notes: The long denim skirt trend comes back time and time again. I put this down to its versatility and likeness to jeans—the wardrobe staple many of us rely on oh-so frequently. Available in both maxi and midi variations, in classic indigo or soft blue, this skirt style works wonders for a spring capsule wardrobe. The straight silhouette pairs well with knee boots, ballet flats, or sneakers and brings about a chic and sophisticated appeal to everyday casual looks. Full-denim fits and accenting with suede jackets or leather accessories are just a couple of ways in which street style stars are bringing this staple into the now.

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2. VINTAGE FEEL MINI

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Style Notes: Denim mini skirts aren't just for the brave-hearted—they can be worn in super chic, pared-back everyday ways that feel super contemporary and not at all twee. I've seen them slowly start to trend again now that the mercury is rising in a few style-conscious cities, and love how effortlessly they pair with brown hues for a vintage quality, particularly in deep indigo hues or selvedge fabrications. Layering with a trench coat and knee boots gives an outfit a multidimensional look that looks intentional and modern. Dare to bare!

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3. FLOOR LENGTH & WASHED BLACK

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Style Notes: The long and short of it all is this—washed black floor-length skirts will always be stylish. They are a solid wardrobe staple that looks dressy with crisp poplin shirts and spring-weight knits, or paired with classic penny loafers and leather for that preppy feel. I love this style for it's ability to take you from day to night—it can be soft and casual for daytime, but easily dressed up for evening with a sling-back heel and blouse.

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Sophie Robyn Watson
Acting Fashion Editor

Sophie Robyn Watson is a London-based style editor with over 10 years of experience in the fashion, luxury and retail industries. She has worked at esteemed companies such as WGSN, ASOS, LFW, Alexander McQueen and GANNI. After graduating with a first-class honours degree in Fashion Promotion & Imaging, she moved into the luxury editorial sector with a focus on menswear, firstly at Wallpaper* and later Mr Porter, where she worked her way up from Fashion Assistant to become Fashion Editor. At Mr Porter, she worked on global marketing shoots, celebrity profiles and luxury shopping edits. In her role as Who What Wear UK’s Acting Fashion Editor, Sophie is chiefly interested in celebrating new and emerging brands that the cool-girls ought to know now.