Denim trends come and go, but despite what might be popping up on the catwalks, boyfriend jeans will always be a staple in our off-duty wardrobes. Slouchy and effortless, they’ve reached perma-trend status and we’re not mad about it.
While high-waisted jeans are often reserved for the evening (for that jeans-and-a-nice-top scenario), mom jeans for shopping trips and straight-leg jeans for a smart-casual look (they’re ace with a blazer), if ever you’ve wanted to perfect the borrowed-from-the-boys look, then a pair of boyfriend jeans is exactly what you need to achieve it.
Boyfriend jeans might not be your first choice when browsing for new jeans. However, they genuinely suit everyone, and for that reason, we’re predicting boyfriend jeans to be a strong contender throughout summer – and as we move into autumn too.
Take inspiration from Hailey Beiber’s wardrobe (as always) and pair yours with cropped white T-shirt for the full laid-back effect. You’ll be onto a winner.
What are boyfriend jeans?
Boyfriend jeans are differentiated from other cuts with their overall loose fitting, slouchy and relaxed cut. No, they’re not just tall jeans or baggy jeans (which are having a major fashion moment as Gen Z declared war on our old faves, skinny jeans.) Essentially the best boyfriend jeans should look like you borrowed a pair from a willing man in your life and just nonchalantly threw them on… You can find super-wide pairs that just cover your hip bones or narrower, more tapered shapes, that still have a laid-back vibe.
How do I style boyfriend jeans?
If you don’t know how to style them, boyfriend jeans can look messy and swamp smaller frames. The ‘Big, Slim, Skin’ method of styling yourself is all over TikTok (what isn’t?) but it’s a tried and tested way to keep your outfit in proportion. Choosing something ‘big’ (like a pair of boyfriend jeans) means you should balance them out with a smaller, ‘slim’ top (a white tank top would be ideal) and then leave some skin on show. Maybe that’s your around your neckline, your arms… or just your toes! It all depends on your own style preferences.