Though it’s still the height of swimsuit season, summer is quickly coming to an end, and it’s time to at least start thinking about what you want to add to your fall wardrobe. But before I can add anything to my closet, I need to start decluttering, starting with my denim collection.
Once the weather cools down, I wear jeans almost every day. As a result, my denim collection is pretty extensive, but I often forget which jeans are in my pile and end up wearing only the one on top. I’m determined to change that and clear out my pile of jeans before September arrives.
Denim is timeless, but like any other piece of clothing, trends come and go and favor certain styles over others. That’s why I never throw anything away, I keep it for when I want to wear it again. I work in the fashion industry, so I know exactly what the trends are going to be (or have been).
Scroll through to see which outdated denim trends I plan to get rid of and buy replacement jeans for before September arrives.
Check out these denim trends to add to your fall wardrobe:
1. Add: Barrel Leg Jeans
Pull: Mom Jeans
Style Notes: Given how popular mom jeans were a few years back, it seemed like they’d never go out of style, but the trend isn’t as fresh as it once was by any standards. But fast forward to 2024, and perhaps the freshest denim trend around is the barrel jean. Nearly every cool brand is backing this newest style.
Shop Barrel Leg Jeans:
Agolde
+ NET SUSTAIN Luna Cropped High Rise Barrel Leg Jeans
The side stitching on these shoes gives them a very luxurious feel.
We are free
Good Luck Mid Rise Barrel Jeans
These come in a variety of washes.
Dark washes always look very elegant.
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Cropped barrel leg jeans
These shoes will go well with all the neutral colored outfits in your wardrobe.
whistle
Petit Authentic Barrel Leg Jeans
White jeans aren’t just for summer.
2. Add low-rise baggy jeans
Pull: Low Rise Skinny Jeans
Style Notes: Low-rise jeans continue to reign supreme, but the type of low-rise jeans you get is key. We highly recommend avoiding the outdated low-rise skinny jeans and investing in a pair of low-rise baggy jeans. Baggy jeans are still as cool as ever, and they’re definitely a celeb-favorite denim trend.
Shop low rise baggy jeans:
I love this double denim style.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Low rise washed black baggy jeans
Available in three lengths.
Bershka
Low waist baggy jeans
This grey wash has a ’90s vibe.
Silver Lake
Lexi low rise wide leg jeans
The perfect jeans for everyday wear.
I think it would look great with black boots.
3. Add: Dark denim jeans
Pull: Ripped jeans
Style Notes: While ultra-casual ripped jeans don’t fit with this year’s fashion’s elegant aesthetic, one trend that definitely does is dark denim. The darkest washes look great from day to night.
Shop Dark Denim Jeans:
Crab
Dark Blue Starry Jeans
Ganni sells some of the coolest denim on the market right now.
M&S Collection
Sienna Supersoft Straight Leg Jeans
M&S offers high quality denim at affordable prices.
Dark Park
Iris paperbag wide-leg jeans
reform
Sincere high rise straight long jeans
Reformation doesn’t just make beautiful dresses.
lease
Lyle wide leg jeans
I love this relaxed fit.
3. Add: Capri jeans
Pull: Cropped jeans
Style Notes: This may be a controversial statement, but cropped jeans are out of style right now. I’m sure they’ll make a comeback eventually, but for now, full-length, paddle, and the latest trend, capri jeans, are the way to go. My advice is to buy slim-fitting jeans and wear heels.
Buy Capri Jeans:
mango
Straight Fit Capri Jeans
The wash on this pair is really cool.
ASOS Design
Asos Design Capri jeans in clean black
Wear it with ballet flats or slingback mules.
reform
Lucy High Rise Capri Jeans
The white pair is very elegant.
Pull & Bear
Mid rise capri jeans
Capri pants also look great with sandals in the middle of summer.
5. High-rise wide-leg jeans
Pull: Skinny flare jeans
Style Notes: Flared jeans have been trying hard to come back into style for the past few seasons, but the general public has yet to discover their appeal. For a classic yet forward-thinking look, opt for a pair of high-rise, wide-leg jeans.
Shop High Rise Wide Leg Jeans:
Dark Park
Lisa wide leg jeans
This pair comes with a detachable gold chain.
Zara
Trf wide leg high waist jeans
Wide leg jeans can serve as a base for a variety of outfits.
reform
Carrie high rise slouch wide leg jeans
This brown pair is just as versatile as the black one.
whistle
Wide leg high waist jeans
I have this too and it’s very comfortable.
Just add a button-up and a simple slingback.
