Denim
Aug 23, 2018

The Denim Trend That's More Popular Than Skinny Jeans for Fall

by Anna LaPlaca

Skinny jeans have long reigned supreme, but this fall, the denim trend will finally surrender its crown. Here at Who What Wear, we take our denim very seriously, so naturally, we've placed a number of bets on which jean shape will replace our once beloved skinnies. Baggy jeans? High-waisted? After a bit of guessing, we can safely say that this fall, straight-leg jeans are the denim trend that's giving skinny jeans the ole boot.

We spoke with Katie Smith, retail analysis and insights director at Edited, to confirm our suspicions. "Compared to a year ago," she shared with us, "we've seen a 49% increase in the number of straight-leg jeans in stock in the last three months. Skinny jeans are still the dominant mass market denim style, representing 40% of the best-selling products in the last three months. However, in trend stakes, straight fits are climbing and selling out at 80% more these past three months than they were at the same time last year."

If you're a diehard skinny-jean fan, though, fret not. According to Smith's insight, the formfitting style isn't going anywhere anytime soon. But shoppers clearly have their eyes set on straight-leg jeans, so we know one thing for sure: In a few months' time, you'll see everyone wearing this denim trend.

We've been fans of the shape for a minute now, so if you're ready to join us and see what all the hype is about, shop our edit of the chicest straight-leg jeans at every budget below.

High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

Burberry High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans ($350)

As classic as it gets.

Available in sizes 25 to 31.

Contrasting Jeans

Off-White Contrasting Jeans ~~( $765)~~ $383

This baggier fit is so right now.

Available in sizes 26 to 28.

Jacquemus Le Jean Straight-Leg Jeans ($355)

Just imagine how well this off-white color will go with your sweaters.

Available in sizes 24 to 31.

El Straight Leg Jeans in Natural

Eckhaus Latta El Straight Leg Jeans in Natural ($290)

Contrast seaming makes this pair look so elevated.

Available in sizes 27 to 28.

Stove Pipe Released Hem High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Re/Done Stove Pipe Released Hem High Waist Straight Leg Jeans ($370)

We're way too into the distressed hems here.

Available in sizes 24 to 31.

The Classic Fit High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

Goldsign The Classic Fit High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans ($295)

Who What Wear editors adore this brand.

Available in sizes 23 to 32.

Feel The Genuine Jean ($225)

This brand offers only one jean shape—the perfect fit, according to the team there.

Available in sizes 24 to 32.

Vintage Straight Jeans

Rag & Bone Vintage Straight Jeans ($250)

Vintage perfection.

Available in sizes 23 to 32.

Baldwin Therese Jeans ($225)

This cropped hem is basically waiting to showcase all your cute mules.

Available i

Helena Distressed High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

Grlfrnd Helena Distressed High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans ($250)

Ready your ankle boots because this cropped hem is just waiting to show them off.

Available in sizes 23 to 32.

Pen Fit in 96

Need Pen Fit in 96 ($185)

Need Supply Co. just made its own jeans, and they're really good.

Available in sizes 24 to 30.

The 90s Jeans

Agolde The 90s Jeans ($188)

Seriously, you'll wear these with everything.

Available in sizes 23 to 32.

Wedgie Straight Jeans

Levi's Wedgie Straight Jeans ($128)

Celebs are obsessed with this Levi's fit.

Available in sizes 24 to 32.

Jean Droit in Indigo Delave

A.P.C. Jean Droit in Indigo Delave ~~( $250)~~ $175

Sleek and cool.

Available in sizes 25 to 30.

DL1961 Susie High Rise Tapered Jeans

DL1961 DL1961 Susie High Rise Tapered Jeans ($189)

Meet your new off-duty jeans.

Available in sizes 23 to 31.

Topshop Moto Parallel Leg Jeans ($95)

Pro tip: Darker washes make jeans look more expensive.

Available in sizes 24 to 36.

Warp + Weft CDG High-Rise Straight Jeans ($98)

Just go ahead and copy the model's entire outfit while you're at it.

Available in sizes 12 to 24.

Girlfriend High-Rise Longline Jean

BDG Girlfriend High-Rise Longline Jean ($69)

These feel so '90s.

Available in sizes 24 to 34.

Violeta by Mango Relaxed Ely Jeans ($60)

Take a cue from the styling, and cuff this pair a few times at the ankle.

Available in sizes 8 to 22.

Zara Premium High Waist Cigarette Jeans ($70)

These were made for kitten heels. Just saying.

Available in sizes 2 to 10.

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