This season's newest jeans trend is bolder than the ones we've become acquainted with in recent months. With a voluminous cut that gives even flared jeans a run for their money, the dramatic horseshoe style is re-establishing denim as a true fashion hero this season. We've been spotting them everywhere recently, on influencers, celebrities and London Fashion Week attendees alike, confirming that horseshoe jeans are quickly becoming one of the most popular styles on the market. With Google searches surging by +1300% and fashion devotees styling them on repeat, this new-season trend is firmly on its way to reaching cult status.
Sitting between the waist and hip and flaring out at the knee before tapering slightly at the ankle, this shape adds a sculptural edge to a typical jeans outfit. At LFW we saw the trend styled with full-denim looks, frilly blouses and hourglass blazers, but whilst horseshoe jeans are naturally versatile—jeans are of course one of the easiest items to style—this voluminous shape pairs especially well with form-fitting tops such as light knits, sleeveless styles and T-shirts.
Championed by French fashion house Alaïa, which has been sending horseshoe jeans down the runway for several seasons, more and more brands are getting on board this spring. Whilst designer labels offer the silhouette in its most dramatic form, high-street retailers such as COS and River Island stock subtler and more wearable takes on the horseshoe silhouette.
Below, I've pulled together the best interpretations of the horseshoe jeans trend for every budget. Scroll on to see them.
SHOP HORSESHOE JEANS:
Alaïa's high-rise horseshoe jeans are extra voluminous for a dramatic silhouette.
These dark-wash jeans would pair well with a white or red knit.
These horseshoe jeans fall to the ankle and would look great with Mary Janes or ballet flats.
Style with a white tee or pair with a slim-fitting knit.
The mid-rise waist makes tucking in a T-shirt or button-down more comfortable.
Black jeans go with everything.
I'll always come back to Agolde for its unparalleled denim.
Why not throw in some colour and wear with vibrant trainers?
Dress these up with kitten heels or a pair of classic court shoes.
This faded shade styles well burgundy and peach.
These also come in a mid-wash blue.
We're very into dark denim washes right now.
These dramatic jeans look more expensive than they are.
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