When it comes to denim, “best” is highly subjective. Trends wax and wane with alarming frequency, waistlines rise and fall like the tides, and the range of fits seen on the racks in one season can range from skin tight to palazzo-pant-level loose. Right now, however, designers seem to be avoiding the extremes in favor of easy, wear-everyday pieces that pair well with just about anything. When it comes to the classics, we’re loving the straight leg styles from Banana Republic and J. Crew just as much as the higher-priced versions from Slvrlake and Celine. Although if you’re looking for something a little less tailored, there are plenty of fun, off-duty options, like a distressed acid wash pair from R13 or the aptly named “Baggy Dad” from Levi’s. Designers like The Row and Still Here are proving that colorful jeans can feel fresh and fun again—shedding their early 2000s reputation in favor of richer hues and cleaner silhouettes. And white jeans? Not just for summer anymore. Pair them with a thick cashmere sweater and boots for the perfect fall look. If you’re not into pants at all, the denim pencil skirt is having a major moment—it’s a cool, laid back alternative to more restrictive styles. See all of our favorite denim of the moment, below.
The Classic Straight Leg
The Straight Jean
Kitty Jeans
Slouchy-Straight Jean
Hero Straight- Leg Ankle Jeans
Distressed to Impress
Balenciaga Destroyed mid-rise straight-leg jeans
Kurt Jeans in destroyed Westside Wash Denim
Maison Margiela Distressed-effect straight leg jeans
R13 Crossover Cuffed Jeans
Colors Other than Indigo
Agolde ‘90s Pinch Waist Long High-rise straight-leg jeans
Goldsign The Morgan high-rise slim-leg jean
Still Here Cool Low-rise Wide-Leg Jeans
The Row Carlton jeans
The Denim Pencil Skirt
Agolde Leif Low-slung Denim Maxi skirt
Denim Maxi Skirt
Prada Denim midi skirt
Eyelet Long Denim Skirt
Baggy and Breezy
Dries Van Noten Indigo Wide-Leg Jean
The Jacob Jean
The Baggy Dad
Willy Chavarria Raver Wide-Leg Jeans
