5 2024 Trends That Will Make Your Favourite Jeans Look Very Fresh
Humaa Hussain
If there's one thing all of us on team Who What Wear love, it's the arrival of a fresh slew of trends. And as far as I can tell, 2024 is not going to disappoint. The good news is that many of the trends that look set to prevail in the coming months are, in-fact, anti-trend. In other words, they're classic, versatile pieces that will earn you extra fashion points this season.
As someone who wears jeans nearly every single day, I'm always looking for inspiration on how to mix up my denim-based outfit rotation, and many of the 2024 trends are doing just that. From accessories to layering pieces, these styles can help all of us look at our favourite jeans with fresh eyes.
While ballet flats and ultra tall boots seemed to be the top footwear styles for the past season, the mid-height heel has slowly been making its return to being in vogue and will be a leading style for the new year—which is great for those of us who like a little lift with our jeans, but still want to be able to spend a day on our feet. Investing in timeless classics like long coats and roomy tote bags is also a must for 2024, and paired together with jeans you've got a sophisticated yet casual look that will work for so many occasions.
Scroll on to discover my pick of the standout trends for the season that will work particularly well with jeans—as well as my favourite pieces to get you started.
1. MID-HEEL SHOES
Style Notes: Praise the fashion gods that one of 2024's trending shoes will be the mid-heel. Whether as a boot or a pump, this heel height gives the perfect lift while still being endlessly wearable. Consider it your polished alternative to your favourite trainers.
Shop the Look:
Trust Toteme to make a seriously chic mid-heel ankle boot.
These would add a classy touch to so many looks, and could go with pretty much any colour pair of jeans
2. SUEDE JACKETS
Style Notes: Making a grand return, suede jackets are a key player in 2024. These luxurious pieces add texture to any denim look. Opt for classic hues like camel or chocolate brown, or try rich jewel tones. Pair with a basic tee and jeans for a chic vibe, or layer over a knit when it's cooler. This trend is all about comfort and sophistication, so mix textures and patterns freely.
Shop the Look:
Mark my words: This jacket is about to be spotted on fashion people everywhere.
3. BRODERIE TOP
Style Notes: Broderie tops are adding a delicate, feminine touch to denim this season. With lace-like cutouts and embroidered details, these tops offer vintage charm with contemporary flair. Whether puff-sleeved, ruffled, or cropped, they pair beautifully with high-waisted jeans. Keep accessories simple to let the broderie shine. This trend celebrates craftsmanship while keeping your style fresh and modern.
Shop the Look:
This would look so cute with black jeans and mid-heel ankle boots.
A summer wardrobe staple—pair with the matching shirts and some flat sandals and you're all set.
I love how this blouse manages to have both a vintage and contemporary vibe.
4. MAXI TOTE BAG
Style Notes: Forget the micro bag. For 2024, practicality finally triumphs, and the tote is the new must-have arm candy.
Shop the Look:
Sophisticated enough for work, but more than cool enough for weekend wear.
So many influencers have been spotted with Demellier totes, and this olive version is especially elegant.
5. CARDIGANS
Style Notes: Over the past few weeks, I've noticed more and more tastemakers buttoning up their cardigans and wearing them as a top with their jeans. It makes for an easy, chic look, with a certain preppy-meets-Parisian je ne sais quoi.
Shop the Look:
Style this slouchy, longer cardigan with straight-leg or wide-leg jeans.
The structuring and the supreme softness of the wool honestly makes this look like a designer piece.
Jess Kelham-Hohler is a freelance writer, editor and content strategist. She has been a contributor for Who What Wear UK since 2023. Currently based in London following six years in Washington D.C. and New York, she was previously the Digital Editor for Soho House & Co, an international group of private members’ clubs for creatives. She has interviewed a range of artists, creators and more, including Alighieri founder Rosh Mahtani, photographer Misan Harriman and fashion editor Lindsay Peoples Wagner. Today, she writes primarily about fashion, travel and culture for various publications, and has worked as a copywriter and content strategist for brands such as Belstaff, Olivela and Equinox.
- Humaa HussainJunior Branded Content Editor
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