Sorry, Skinnies—The Coolest Women I Know Are Wearing This Casual Denim Trend This Winter
Baggy-jeans outfits are all over Instagram right now—here are five ways fashion people are making this denim trend feel elevated for winter 2025. Scroll down to see and shop the looks .
The baggy denim renaissance is understandably divisive; not everyone wants to relive this thoroughly noughties trend. But love it or hate it, all it takes is a scroll through Instagram to see a rush of fashion people wholeheartedly embracing the slouchy look. Sitting on the opposite end of the spectrum to equally polarising skinny jeans, roomy denim is having its moment in the spotlight.
We're here (along with some of our most trusted influencers) to convince you that these trending jeans are, in fact, worth your time and money—and not just because of the comparative comfort they offer. Let's face it—as chic as straight-leg cuts are, sometimes they feel slightly restrictive. Baggy jeans, on the other hand, look and feel wholly more relaxed. And then it's up to you whether you lean into the casual look or add a dressy flourish to your denim.
If you're wondering how to make this laid-back shape feel more elevated, you've come to the right place. All you need is a couple of items to take your loose-fitting jeans from Y2K streetwear to modern must-have, and I've found five winter outfits that do just that.
Keep scrolling to discover five baggy-jeans outfits that feel fresh and elevated for winter 2025, and prepare to be converted.
5 Baggy-Jeans Outfits That Are Fresh and Chic for Winter 2025
1. Trench Coat + Blue Baggy Jeans + Chelsea Boots
Style Notes: Emili Sindlev makes a strong case for classic blue denim with this high-low look, using an elegant trench and heels to smarten up her baggy jeans.
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2. Long Coat + Grey Baggy Jeans + Trainers
Style Notes: Elevated basics hold the power to transform even the most casual items in your wardrobe. Yes, baggy jeans included. A long coat and cool trainers will take your favourite baggy jeans to new heights.
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3. Leather Trench + Black Baggy Jeans + Bowling Bag
Style Notes: On your next night out, don't overlook those black jeans you recently added to your wardrobe. Sleek kitten-heel boots and a leather trench are all it takes to give them the evening treatment.
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4. Wool Coat + Camel Baggy Jeans + Leather Tote
Style Notes: Fashion people love giving their cool camel denim a polished edge by pairing it with a wool coat, smart footwear and a sleek tote bag. Trust us, it's such an easy formula to follow.
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5. Leather Blazer + White Baggy Jeans + Trainers
Style Notes: Giving baggy jeans a Scandi twist, add a sleek leather blazer and white trainers to complete the cool-girl vibe. Plus, Ingrid shows how white jeans can work in winter too.
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Bébhinn Campbell is an Edinburgh-based fashion and lifestyle writer and editor. She started her first blog at age 14 and went on to intern at publications in Berlin and London, including Dazed & Confused and Indie magazine.
A job at a fashion startup took Bébhinn from Ireland to Scotland in 2019, where she now works as a freelance journalist and copywriter covering everything from travel and interiors to styling advice. As a contributor to Who What Wear, Bébhinn always keeps her eyes peeled for emerging trends and looks worth writing about. She prides herself on her ability to cut through the noise and identify solid investment buys, exciting new brands and fresh takes on classic design.
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