4 Denim Trends That Tastemakers Are Wearing Now

Jorts are the playful counterpart to wide-leg jeans. Their relaxed proportions strike the balance between casual and considered, which is exactly why they’ve earned a place in so many wardrobes this season. “If I want my jorts to feel more polished and less casual, I will pair them with more elevated materials, such as silk, and prioritize styling them with heels instead of flats,” says Paris-based stylist Sylvie Mus.

That’s what makes Citizens of Humanity’s longline denim shorts feel so wearable. Styled with a softly structured blazer or a silk camisole, they feel effortlessly polished. Looking for a pair you can wear from day through to evening? Khaite’s ‘Kinga’ design looks chic with thong sandals in summer and knee-high boots come fall.

A pair of white jeans manages to feel both understated and luxurious at the same time. They have a quiet confidence that continues to be tapped by fashion insiders in new and interesting ways. LA-based designer and content creator TyLynn Nguyen’s formula is simple: “Pair one thing that’s put-together with one thing that’s relaxed. If the jeans are already clean and structured, I’ll go slouchy on top, with an oversized shirt and a broken-in blazer.”

Loewe’s cropped barrel-leg jeans bring a sculptural edge to everyday dressing, while Rùadh’s wide-leg jeans prove just how effortlessly white denim slips into your existing wardrobe. Follow Nguyen’s method by styling them with an oversized shirt and flip flops now, then swap them for a suede jacket and ankle boots when the weather cools down.

From tailored and palazzo styles to relaxed, slouchy silhouettes, wide-leg jeans have permanent cult status, and for good reason. “Wide-leg denim is just so comfortable and forgiving,” says designer and content creator Aimee Song. “I need denim that moves with me. It’s such an easy, versatile silhouette that still feels considered.”

Whether you prefer the relaxed drape of Frame’s ‘Le Slim Palazzo’ jeans or the vintage-inspired ease of Mother’s ‘The Dodger Sneak’ jeans, the appeal lies in just how versatile they are. Pair them with a ribbed tank or a romantic white blouse while it’s still warm, adding a few extra layers as and when temperatures begin to drop. As Song says, “I tend to wear the same denim year-round and transition it by changing up my layers. It’s an easy way to make the same denim work as the seasons change.”