I've finally reached the point where I'm no longer afraid of shopping for jeans. Now that I have a solid grasp on which styles work best for my body type and height, my standards have become extremely high. In other words, I only buy damn good denim—I'm talking jeans so good that I want to live in them. And that's exactly what I found in Calvin Klein's spring collection.
This launch reminds us that all you need is a fresh pair of Calvin Klein jeans to live confidently. The standout pieces include on-trend low-rise baggy jeans and classic '90s straight jeans in every hue from deep black and rich indigo to vintage blue and bleached-out light wash. It wouldn't be a Who What Wear story without all the juicy details and then some, so keep scrolling to see why Calvin Klein never lets us down in the denim department.
The rise of baggy low-rise jeans should be studied. The style resurged back in 2019 and hasn't slowed down since, with baggy jeans still reigning supreme in 2026. But not just any baggy jeans—specifically, relaxed low-rise styles that sit right on the hip and don't require much styling. There's an art to finding your perfect fit, and it starts with determining how oversized you want the jeans to be, which wash works best with your wardrobe, and just how low-slung you're willing to wear them. Once all these boxes are checked, you're ready to find your perfect Calvins. The brand's baggy styles embody the lived-in denim many look for at thrift stores and vintage shops. Despite being 100% cotton, they have a touch of stretch for comfort. These are jeans you can wear to a variety of events, no matter the dress code.
Does it get any more classic than a pair of '90s straight jeans? These are a timeless, mid-rise silhouette with a hem that rests perfectly atop heels or loafers. Calvin Klein is our go-to for this style, especially now that it's been launched in new washes. You can wear these in black with a chic blouse and your fiercest shoes for a girls' night out or in the rich mid wash with kitten heels, your favorite handbag, and an oversize blazer for date night. The options are endless, regardless of your personal style.
Calvin Klein just welcomed the Archive High Rise Slim Jean to its lineup, and I can already tell it'll be a fan favorite. With a high-rise body-skimming fit, I like to think of it as a second skin, molding perfectly to your figure. The slim, straight-leg style verges on skinny, but without the limited shoe options. The rigid cotton makes for a more structured silhouette that lends itself well to occasions that call for a more polished jeans look. I'm envisioning myself styling these jeans with a funnel-neck jacket, sunglasses, and pumps for that sporty-chic, model off-duty look.
