The Cool Denim Trend That's Already Winning in 2018

We bet you probably have skinny jeans in your closet. After all, they’re a standby because they’re so flattering and versatile to wear. But already in 2018, fashion girls have been making a case for a rising denim trend that we’re expecting to see more and more: wide-leg jeans. Typically a more casual style, looser denim is a great weekend staple, but we’ve noticed that there are cool tailored cuts that look more elevated than your standard boyfriend jeans. Worn with a chic pair of heels and a simple tee or ankle boots and a sophisticated top, wide-leg jeans are the style to scoop up now.

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A looser fit can also look tailored.

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Pair yours with block heels.

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Rips at the knee lend these a lived-in feel.

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Style white denim with an indigo denim jacket.

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Go for a monochrome outfit for a foolproof look.

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Pair yours with a crop top like Sofia Richie.

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A looser pair of jeans looks great with sock boots.

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Try looser jeans in white.

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Try the denim-on-denim approach.

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A deep wash is always flattering.

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Opt for a high-waisted pair to highlight your waist.

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We love the relaxed vibe of boyfriend jeans.

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A simple T-shirt can complete your outfit.

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Perfect for any weekend.

Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.