Not Cigarette or Bootcut Jeans—This Anti-Skinny Denim Trend Is Still #1 This Summer

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If you thought cigarette jeans or bootcut jeans were poised to take over this summer, think again.

While classic denim silhouettes are having a moment, one standout style continues to reign supreme among fashion people: barrel-leg jeans. With their softly curved shape and effortlessly cool feel, they've proven they're far more than a passing trend, earning a permanent place in stylish wardrobes everywhere. The best barrel-leg jeans strike the perfect balance between relaxed and polished, making them just as easy to wear with a simple tank and sandals to go meet your friends for happy hour as an office-approved outfit of a crisp button-down and tailored blazer.

After 2024's major push, the curved silhouette now comes in countless washes, rises, and fits, so there's an option for every personal style and budget. Whether you're ready to try the trend for the first time or add another pair to your ever-growing collection, we've rounded up the best barrel-leg jeans to shop this season. These editor-approved styles are worth every penny.

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Style notes: funnel-neck jacket, black boots, and barrel jeans.

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Style notes: black cropped T-shirt, silk scarf, and barrel jeans.

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Style notes: raglan baseball T-shirt, flip-flops, and barrel jeans.

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Style notes: high-neck tank, crossbody bag, and barrel jeans.

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Style notes: graphic T-shirt, ballet sneakers, and barrel jeans.

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Style notes: trench coat, statement belt, and barrel jeans.

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Ana Escalante
Ana Escalante
Associate Features Editor

Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.