What is replacing the skinny jean?

Barrel leg, straight leg, boot leg, asymmetric and baggy jeans are all big winners this year, as seen everywhere from Victoria Beckham and Celine to Gucci.

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I have vivid memories of my mum wearing classic Levi's jeans (501s, specifically) – stonewashed, high-waisted with a button-fly and loose tapered legs in signature thick denim – throughout my childhood to do the gardening or take the dog on a muddy walk. These were the 'mom jeans' before mom jeans became a thing. As I hit adolescence, when replicating Kate Moss and Sienna Miller in their super-skinny Sass & Bide 'Misfits' (remember those?) became my ultimate goal, I would tease her about how 'dated' her pale Levi's jeans were. 'They'll come back around one day,' she'd say, like all mums do. She was right: they did. Now her single pair of life-worn Levi's make me look like the dated one. I own 24 pairs of jeans – and every single one of them is skinny.

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After years of riding high, this style is now the bedridden former rock star of denim, clinging on for dear life as it watches its younger, peppier counterparts steal the limelight. Sure, Kate Moss is still wearing them occasionally, but she's Kate Moss and I, sadly, am not. What used to be my fail-safe outfit, the staple that formed the basis of every single look I wore, now makes me feel lumpy and overexposed. No matter what I pair them with, the proportions somehow feel all wrong. Jean Styles That Aren't Skinny The Comeback Lilah high-rise bootcut jeans Citizens of Humanity £237.00 SHOP NOW Yes, boot cut jeans are back, but don't be afraid. Worn in a 1970s-style, in a dark wash, these can be the most flattering of all... The Unexpected Winner Barrel Leg Jeans Totême £230.00 SHOP NOW When opting for a minimal look, wearing staples with a twist, like these barrel leg jeans from Totême, can really elevate the outfit. The Multitasker Kiri Straight Leg Jeans Hush £129.00 £50.00 (61% off) SHOP NOW The best thing about cropped jeans is you can crop another pair you love, either with scissors or a razor, or, if you have some dark wash, Japanese denim, make a big turn up, with a large cuff visible The Risk Taker Asymmetric Jeans AGOLDE £178.00 SHOP NOW To tick off the baggy jean trend, you can either buy a pair of asymmetric jeans like these from AGOLDE, or size up a couple of sizes in a straight-leg, cropped pair, and move your jean button further along yourself. The Staple High-rise straight jeans Maison Margiela £490.00 SHOP NOW Straight-leg jeans are a staple item, and while they work both cropped or mid-height, this year, we're seeing the rise of the super-lengthening jeans, with both a high waist and long leg. I'm not the only one who feels this way, either. 'As I get older, it's not about showing off skinny legs, or figure-hugging clothing – feeling comfortable in my clothes and in myself is more important,' says fashion editor and The Frugality blogger Alexandra Stedman.

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'Plus, the denim styles at the moment are moving away from slick silhouettes to more relaxed and voluminous – and I love that.' Parisian writer, creative consultant and ELLE UK Contributing Editor Camille Charrière agrees. 'It was very hard to get out of skinnies, especially being French, but now I find it hard to get back into them. I think it comes with being a certain age – you look more rock'n'roll in skinny jeans, but more elegant in boyfriend jeans,' she says, adding that she finds the best jeans courtesy of , and . But where did it all go wrong for skinny jeans? 'Jeggings ruined them,' says Donna Wallace, ELLE's former Accessories Editor, who favours a pair of Lee straight-leg men's jeans that she's cut off at the hems. 'As soon as they started bastardising the denim and putting in too much stretch, it became trashy.' Not to mention, that the elastane you find in your typical pair of skinny jeans or jeggings is unrecyclable and deeply bad for the planet. Our perception of what looks cool has shifted, and though I'm a little miffed to realise that the skinny jean isn't, as I had previously thought, my denim life partner, it's a sign of a greater shift in fashion, and that is always exciting.

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Brands such as Vêtements, the Parisian underground collective turned game-changing fashion powerhouse, and London-based , heralded the return of true denim back in 2014. And they reminded us of a pre-skinny golden age when it was thick, stretch-free and more of a statement than just an off-duty staple. Think Farrah Fawcett on that skateboard, Thelma and Louise mid-road trip, Jane Birkin in her spliced and re-stitched flares. The way we shop has changed since then, too. 'It used to be that a customer might find one style or fit they preferred and stick to that,' says Topshop's former Buying Director Emma Fox, 'but now they are building up their jeans wardrobe with different shapes, cuts, washes and finishes according to what they want to wear that day.'

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Proof? From high street to high end, brands are expanding their jeans offering (for example Victoria Beckham and Mia Regan's recent capsule collab, or Nensi Dojaka introducing denim at her SS23 show) because we're simply buying more and more, and they are no longer skinny (Levi's best-selling style is the 501). 'The influence of street style on this is undeniable and the result is that we are seeing trends emerging upwards from the street to influence designers, rather than the other way around,' says Lisa Aiken, Net-a-Porter's former Fashion Director.

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'The street-style phenomenon, made possible by the growth of digital and social media over the past decade, means that we now have endless inspiration at our fingertips. We can see how real people make trends work for them in real life, rather than solely through the creative filter of a major fashion house. 'This has undeniably made us more adventurous, more confident and far more attuned to our own personal style. In turn, we're now more diverse in our denim choices, opting for pieces that work in our own lives, and not Kate Moss.'

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Street (or Instagram) style, with an eye on sustainability, has reigned supreme over the last year. And, since we've barely changed from sweatpants for a while, it's perhaps unsurprising that the women of social media and fashion week alike have turned to baggy 'dad-style' and vintage 'mom-style' style jeans for AW22 (and beyond). Plenty of embellishments, crazy styles and uncomfortable shapes are out of the door, with a premium being placed on classic shapes, without elastic, and perhaps with a small twist.

MFW SS23 street style Darrel Hunter

Barrel leg, straight leg, boot leg, asymmetric and baggy jeans are all big winners this year, as seen everywhere from Victoria Beckham and Celine to Gucci. And while low-rise jeans have been threatening a return for some time now, we're thankful mid and high-rise jeans are here to stay for a while longer. To find out exactly what the biggest denim trends of 2022 are, we spoke to denim expert Kelly Harrington and Libby Page, Senior Market Editor at NET-A-PORTER, to learn more.

THE JEAN TRENDS TO BUY NOW

1. Upcycled Jeans

'With the continued rise of environmental awareness, focus on circular fashion and sustainability, the upcycled and refurbished jean is a must-have in 2022,' Harrington tells ELLE UK. 'Resourcefulness and frugality goes hand-in-hand with craft and DIY aesthetics: upcycle deadstock denim, patch up vintage jeans and get creative. Or, invest in a circular design from , Basscoutur, Children of Discordance, Ksenia Schnaider or .' How to style them? You have two choices: let the jeans do the talking and pare back everything else or, like fashion star Susie Lau, pattern and texture clash to your heart's content. Upcycled Jeans The Twin frayed two-tone high-rise straight-leg jeans E.L.V. Denim £255.00 SHOP NOW E.L.V. Denim takes unwanted denim destined for landfill, and turns them into fashion-forward jeans that you'll wear forever. Upcycled-Denim Wide-Leg Jeans Ganni X Ahluwalia £375.00 SHOP NOW Scandi chic meets South London cool in the Ganni X Ahluwalia collab, and these jeans made from deadstock denim are sure to make a strong style statement. Milo Utility Overalls Reformation £198.00 SHOP NOW Sustainable fashion favourite Reformation recently launched a line of fully circular denim, using scrap cotton to make 100% recyclable jeans – and these fabulous overalls too

2. Super Baggy Jeans

'As our homes have become the new office, we’re now prioritising looser fits for comfort and wearability,' Harrington explains. 'A relaxed silhouette can be pleated at the waist or cinched with a belt. Opt for baggy wide fits like the , or .' 'There has been a huge shift in our approach to denim since last year as we adopted a more relaxed sense of style,' Page agrees. 'Unexpected designers such as , and are excitingly using denim more frequently in their collections, offering effortless and relaxed 1990’s shapes across jeans, shorts and jackets. I love the cool dressed-down denim vibe consisting of faded washes, wide leg shapes and low-slung waistlines.' Super Baggy Jeans Wide Full-Length Non-Stretch Jeans ARKET £79.00 SHOP NOW For a more elegant take on the trend, opt for non-stretch clean white denim. Fold organic-cotton dad baggy boyfriend jeans Raey £140.00 SHOP NOW Raey's extra-baggy Fold style is a fashion editor favourite. Pair with a roll-neck jumper for effortless cool.

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3. Light Jeans

'Easy, layerable and trans-seasonal. The neutral jean is naturally dyed or undyed and can be paired as a co-ord with matching items as a head to toe tonal look,' Harrington says. 'It's a staple piece, and an easy way to elevate your denim collection. My favourites are from , , and .' 'There’s something ultra-chic about white denim - it’s a great alternative on the days you need a refresh and perfect for any minimalist that prefers their denim a little more pared back,' Page tells ELLE UK. 'It’s all in the styling here - look gorgeous combined with a simple nude vest, and styled with leather sliders can help complete your "off-duty" daytime look.' How to style them? While Harrington is right - natural and white denim looks great as a head-to-toe ensemble - we're also looking to Kat Collings' look which mixes a pair with darker prints and textiles for the ultimate winter-appropriate outfit. Light Jeans The High Rise loose-fit jeans Re/Done £302.00 SHOP NOW Just add a crisp white tee and leather jacket. Balloon high-rise tapered jeans AGOLDE £230.00 SHOP NOW Porcelain-white makes any outfit look crisp and fresh. Just add a chunky knit, and stay well away from food and drink. Niroka straight-leg jeans Isabel Marant £345.00 £103.00 (70% off) SHOP NOW Off-white looks super chic, especially when worn head-to-toe in tonal variations.

4. Straight Leg Jeans

'This go-to fit and staple in every women’s wardrobe isn't set to go anywhere,' Harrington notes of straight leg jeans. 'Look for new brands that focus on sustainable and planet-friendly washes and fabrics like and I AND ME.' 'From cropped and longer-seamed styles, one thing we all love about denim is its everlasting quality,' Page says of straight-leg jeans. 'It’s a practical everyday wardrobe staple and continues to be a classic that can be worn for every occasion whilst offering maximum comfort. Some of our heroes come from the likes of , , and to name a few, and we are loving them now more than ever.' How to style them? We love how Camille Charrière rocks her extra long straight leg jeans with a matching denim jacket, white vest and black boots. Straight Leg Jeans 70s Stove Pipe high-rise straight jeans Re/Done SHOP NOW £168.00 Added points for sustainability credentials – these are upcycled from vintage denim and given a modern-day twist. Mid-rise straight jeans MANGO £35.99 SHOP NOW The perfect mid-blue, that you can easily style up or down depending on the occasion. The Straight mid-rise jeans 7 For All Mankind SHOP NOW £114.00 An extra-long, straight-leg style in deep indigo denim is a timeless classic.

5. Flared Jeans

'The trend for nostalgic denim continues to gain traction,' Harrington tells us.

'Think low waisted 1990s flares and high-waisted 1970s boot cuts with matching crop tops. Take inspiration from Charlotte Knowles' trouser shapes and shop or Wynn Hamlyn's stone wash Denim flares.' How to style them? Thanks to Gucci, you can really take flared jeans to the next level. Just like María Bernad, you can layer up your flares with dresses and platforms are a must. Flared Jeans Appliquéd high-rise flared jeans Gucci £660.00 SHOP NOW The faded blue jeans from Gucci's SS20 collection were so popular, they have now been made permanent – with the addition of a red patch logo. Mood Cut Cropped Jeans &Other Stories £75.00 SHOP NOW A great entry-level flare for those who are still easing themselves into the trend. 70'S HIGH FLARE JEANS Levi's £110.00 £77.00 (30% off) SHOP NOW Seventies style gets a 2022 revamp. Top with a vintage crop top for maximum impact.

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