The Ultimate Guide to 2025 Jean Trends
How to find your signature style, cut and shade of denim.
Everyone you know owns a pair of jeans. Whether you have one pair that goes with everything (if so, we’re in awe) or you make it your life’s mission to amass dozens in the hopes of finding one that’s just right, denim is undeniably the foundation of a classy, timeless wardrobe.
From distressed denim by Diesel to classic cuts by Chanel, jeans dominated the Spring 2025 runways. That’s the great thing about denim; each season, designers come up with clever reinterpretations of the garment that then influence the popular silhouette of the time. In a way, jeans can never truly go out of style.
With a trend cycle that moves faster than you can pull up your jeans, it’s tough to keep track of what’s in style. But we’re here to help! Here’s our complete guide to finding the perfect pair of women’s jeans in 2025.
Low-rise jeans
The trend: Known for defining Y2K fashion, low-rise jeans are back and better than ever this year. The styles vary from slouchy to skinny, but the unique feature of the low-rise jean is the waistline. Identify it in the wild by how it sits lower on the hip.
Where we’ve seen it: On Spring 2025 runways, Chanel was the master of loose-fitted low-rise jeans. Knwls sported a classic, slimmer iteration of the style. Off the runway, stars like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber are often spotted wearing this trend. The low-rise jeans you’ll find in stores today may not be as extreme as they were in the 2000s, but they’re equally cool.
How to style it: Take inspiration from this season’s street style and pair your low-rise jeans with a waist-length top to emphasize the silhouette. To lean into the slouchy look, style with an oversized jacket and a chunky belt.
Wide-leg jeans
The trend: From palazzos and culottes to cropped and extra-long, wide-leg jeans are everywhere this season. This style is fitted at the waist or hip and is defined by how it widens from the thigh down. The best part? They’re super comfortable thanks to a loose, relaxed fit.
Where we’ve seen it: Sacai’s Spring 2025 runway collection featured wide, elegant denim that draped to the floor. IFM Paris gave their wide-leg jeans a fun, cowboy flair. On the street, celeb Gigi Hadid is known to strut the style all across New York City—and who wouldn’t want to emulate that?
How to style it: The wide-leg is one of the simplest silhouettes to style, making it the perfect staple in your wardrobe. To counteract the exaggerated width of the jeans, wear a fitted top for balance. As seen on this street style star, a statement coat acts as the perfect topper.
Barrel jeans
The trend: Whether you love them or hate them, the barrel jean is still rolling in 2025. Defined by their distinct bow curve shape, this style balloons mid-leg and is typically tapered at the waist and ankle. Picture denim reminiscent of the mom jean, but definitively cooler.
Where we’ve seen it: In the Spring 2025 season, we saw abstract barrel shapes from Acne Studios and emphasized balloon silhouettes from Alaïa dominating the runway. The unusual cut has become a streetwear staple, seen on big-name celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Julianne Moore. One thing is for sure: barrel jeans instantly make your outfit more memorable.
How to style it: Despite their effortless cool factor, this style of jeans can be notoriously hard to style. It’s important not to overdo it, regardless of whether you’re used to experimenting or prefer to play it safe with your fashion. Pair with a minimal outfit to let the denim’s uniqueness speak for itself.
Bootcut and flare jeans
The trend: Bootcut and flare jeans are a style of denim that the fashion world can never seem to move past. Something about a tight-fitted leg and a subtle widening below the knee keeps us captivated year after year. What’s more, the flare gives a leg-lengthening effect
Where we’ve seen it: Bootcut and flare jeans are inconspicuously everywhere on the Spring 2025 runways (if you know where to look). Barbara Bui’s collection captures the simplicity of the jean with casual white tees and oversized button-ups. Bally’s runway looks elevate the classic denim to corporate-chic. Bella Hadid has been photographed wearing the trend on multiple occasions this spring, and we can’t blame her!
How to style it: With hints of 70s charm, this style of denim exudes a retro yet chic vibe. Bootcut and flare jeans can easily be dressed up or down while still looking put together. Take notes from our street style example and pair them with a high neckline, elongating your figure.
Sustainable jeans
The trend: Regardless of length, width or shape, more and more denim lovers are prioritizing the sustainability of their jeans. But what defines a “sustainable” jean, really? Before purchasing a pair, ensure to find out what they’re made of and where they’re produced.
What to look for: Materials are often the key to sustainability. Look for denim that has a high cotton percentage (even better if it’s recycled!). Some brands like Everlane offer plenty of great information about carbon emissions, production practices and more. Alternatively, MUD Jeans offers an interactive map tracking the lifecycle of each individual design. Talk about transparency!
How to style it: Collecting sustainable denim can be an investment, but the payoff of a lifetime of wear is worth it. Wear your pair with ease knowing that you’re supporting ethical fashion practices.
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Maddison Hoyt is FASHION's Summer Editorial Intern. Studying Fashion Communications at Toronto Metropolitan University, she’s captivated by the diverse ways people connect with fashion, art and storytelling. When she’s not writing, you can find her knitting or watching YouTube essays on pop culture.
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