I Found 21 Fresh Ways to Wear the Denim Trend That's Dominating—You're Welcome

The next big non–skinny jeans trend is here, and it couldn't be chicer. While skinny jeans will truly never die, nor do we want them to, we've spotted a number of emerging denim trends that are pretty much the antithesis of skinnies. We've already mentioned how flares and loose jeans are on the rise, and, well, we're adding another of these non-skinny styles to the top of our lists: high-rise wide-leg jeans.

These are full-length jeans with a trouser-like wide leg and a high rise. We know that wide-leg jeans can be intimidating if you're not used to wearing them already, which is why the high rise is crucial here. It hugs you in all the right places and creates some nice dimension for the overall silhouette. Some of the standout pairs defining the trend are Levi's High Loose Jeans, which celebs and their stylists alike are keen on, as well as the Citizens of Humanity Annina Jeans, a Who What Wear editor favourite.

To highlight this chic new denim trend, we rounded up the freshest wide-leg-jeans outfits that fashion people are wearing now and included our favourite pairs to try out. 

wide-leg jean outfits

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@aimeesong

Wear your wide jeans with a cool trench and fun mules. 

cute wide-leg jean outfits

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@sofiamcoelho

Match the wide silhouette with a chunky knit sweater.

how to style wide-leg jeans

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@sylviemus_

Kitten heels play so well with the wide shapes of these jeans.

outfits with wide-leg jeans and sneakers

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@javiera

You can't go wrong with an easy tee and white trainers.

Elevate your jeans-and-blazer combo when you opt for a pair of wide-leg jeans.

casual outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@itsmekellieb

We love a good Canadian tux—just add a vest top and white kicks. 

polished outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@greceghanem

Wide jeans are polished and sophisticated with a button-down shirt.

 

This head-to-toe baggy look proves that you don't need to wear anything fitted or tight to still look put-together.

dressy outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@smythsisters

Thanks to their trouser-like shape, these are easily dressed up with more elevated pieces like a silk top and heels.

fall outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@fakerstrom

Wear a long wool coat over the jeans for a cool, relaxed look this winter.

easy outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@carodaur

Sometimes the simplest formulas work best. Try a padded-shoulder tee with wide-leg denim.

polished outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@deborabrosa

You can never go wrong with a great blazer and classic sneakers with these jeans.

simple outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@sasha.mei

Copy this casual 'fit for your weekend errands when you tuck in a boxy tee and throw a trench coat on top.

trendy outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@emmanuellek_

Tuck in a roomy sweater to the roomy denim to give your waist some definition.

Half-tuck a bold knit into more tailored loose-fitting jeans for an elevated look.

French outfits with wide-leg jeans

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@tamaramory

A cropped cardigan is the perfect match to high-waisted wide-leg jeans.

Dress up the denim with a pretty puff-sleeve blouse and heeled sandals.

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