The “Dated” Denim Trend I Swore I'd Never Wear Again Is Back—This Is the Shoe Trend to Wear With It
Want to wear frayed-hem jeans in 2026? This shoe trend makes them look the chicest.
With over five years of experience as a fashion editor, I ought to know better than to say I'll never wear a particular trend again. Fashion moves in cycles, bringing past styles back into rotation so that they feel brand-new—provided they're styled thoughtfully. One example is the "dated" denim trend I just spotted on Katie Holmes.
This week, Katie Holmes was photographed at JFK Airport with her boyfriend, Jason Yarmosky. For the travel day that brought her from Italy to NYC, she wore a casual yet elevated outfit: a chunky sweater and frayed-hem jeans. She paired the two with patent-leather Mary Janes and a large tote bag.
Having closely observed her street-style choices over time, I know Holmes has an extensive footwear collection. Choosing Mary Janes over any other option was clearly intentional. The laid-back silhouette and raw, frayed details of her jeans provided a sleek contrast to the glossy, polished leather of her flats.
Keep scrolling to see how Holmes styled this look, then shop the best frayed-hem jeans and Mary Janes to take you from the last days of summer straight into fall and beyond.
The Outfit on Holmes
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Classic.
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