This Dated Denim Trend Is on Its Way Back—Here's How French Women Are Already Wearing It

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For years, skinny jeans have been the denim trend fashion insiders loved to shade. Oversize silhouettes and straight-leg styles stole the spotlight, leaving our once-beloved skinnies to collect dust in the back of the closet. Leave it to French fashion influencers—the masters of timeless, effortless style—to bring this dated trend back into the conversation. They're doing it in a way that feels refreshingly modern, of course.

@aidabadji_ wears black skinny jeans with a boucle jacket and ballet flats while sitting on a pavement

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From Paris to L.A., skinny jeans are staging a quiet but undeniable comeback. Instead of leaning into the super-tight styles of the 2010s, these influencers are styling their skinny jeans with an elevated, minimalistic approach that feels so… French.

How do you make skinny jeans feel 2025 ready? The key lies in the styling. Think on-trend jackets, timeless loafers, and subtly sexy tops for good measure. Scroll on to see how French fashion influencers are making skinny jeans cool again.

How French Women Are Wearing Skinny Jeans in 2025:

1. All-Black Outfit

Style Notes: When it comes to styling skinny jeans the Parisian way, an all-black outfit is your ultimate power move. Start with high-waisted black skinny jeans with a slightly cropped hem, and pair them with a fitted black T-shirt or a sleek cashmere sweater for an effortlessly polished base. Add a tailored black jacket or faux-fur outerwear to instantly elevate the look. Voilà—a monochromatic outfit that's anything but boring. It's sophisticated, stylish, and very French.

@saraloura wears black skinny jeans with a double-face fur coat and ankle boots while walking in the street

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@aidabadji_ wears black skinny jeans with a boucle jacket and ballet flats while sitting on a pavement

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2. Showing Some Shoulder

Style Notes: If we had to play favourites, this outfit duo would win our vote. Skinny jeans with a side of shoulder is the French-woman secret. We especially love how Sabina Socol styled her tank-and-cardigan set slightly off the shoulder, revealing just a hint of skin. No notes.

@sabinasocol wearing light blue skinny jeans and red off-shoulder knit

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@saraloura wearing indigo skinny jeans and a khaki green off the shoulder top in a bathroom

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3. Mocha Outerwear

Style Notes: From Mocha Mousse (Pantone's colour of 2025) to a toasted mocha, it's all about this shade when it comes to the outerwear you style with your skinny jeans. Whether you opt for a dark wash or classic true blue, the combo creates a cozy and chic look. Finish the outfit with a leather belt and silver hardware for the ultimate French vibe.

@emmanuellek_ wearing dark blue skinny jeans and brown leather cape

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Woman wearing skinny jeans with brown jacket.

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4. Loafers Only

Style Notes: In France, women love their loafers, and they love styling the flat-shoe trend with denim. Start with slim black or medium-wash skinny jeans to create a streamlined base and pair them with classic black or colourful leather loafers—bonus points for subtle embellishments like gold hardware. Add a relaxed button-down shirt or an oversize blazer for that quintessential Parisian look.

@leasy_inparis wearing light blue skinny jeans, a wool blazer and red loafers while crossing the road

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@saraloura wearing black skinny jeans, a suede blazer and black loafers

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5. Pretty Open-Front Top

Style Notes: The French always know how to exude just the right amount of sexiness when it comes to their outfits. Case in point: pairing the dated denim with flirty tops that show a hint of midriff. Think tie-front tops, zip-up cardigans, fitted button-down shirts, and more. This combination offers a perfect blend of polished and playful.

@tamaramory wearing blue skinny jeans and gold sparkly open-front tie top

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@annelauremais wearing blue skinny jeans and sheer beige button-up top

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Michelle Scanga
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