5 "Dated" Denim Trends I'm Pushing to the Back of My Wardrobe Before Autumn Arrives

I know that we're still deep in swimsuit season, but the reality is that summer will soon be wrapping up, and now is the time to start at least thinking about what we might want to add to our autumn wardrobes. But in my case, before I can add a single thing to my rotation, I must do some organising, starting with my denim collection.

Once the weather cools off, I wear jeans almost every day. Because of this, my denim collection is pretty expansive, but I often forget which pairs are in my stacks of jeans and end up just wearing whatever is on top. I'm determined to change this and tackle those piles before September rolls around.

The truth is denim is timeless, but like every other type of clothing, trends emerge and lead me to prioritise certain styles over others. This is why I'm not throwing anything out, but rather storing them away for when I want to wear them again. And since I work in fashion, I have a good idea of what those trends are on their way (or have been) out, so you're in good hands.

Keep scrolling to see which "dated" denim trends I'll be packing away and shop the ones I'm planning on replacing them with before September arrives.

Shop the Denim Trends I'll Be Adding to My Wardrobe for Autumn:

1. Adding: Barrel-Leg Jeans

Pulling: Mom Jeans

Style Notes: Given how popular mom jeans were several years ago, it was once hard to believe that they'd ever fall out of favour, but the trend just isn't as fresh as it once was by any measure. But fast forward to 2024 and perhaps the freshest denim trend we have is barrel jeans. Pretty much every cool brand is co-signing this of-the-moment style.

Shop Barrel-Leg Jeans:

Agolde

+ NET SUSTAIN Luna cropped high-rise barrel-leg jeans

£320

The side stitching on this pair is so elevated.

We The Free

Good Luck Mid-Rise Barrel Jeans

£88

These come in so many different washes.

COS

Arch Jeans

£85

A darker wash always looks so elegant.

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Cropped Barrel-Leg Jeans

£87

This pair will wear well with all of the neutrals in your wardrobe.

Whistles

Petite Authentic Barrel Leg Jean

£95

White jeans are not just for summer.

2. Adding: Low-Rise Baggy Jeans

Pulling: Low-Rise Skinny Jeans

Style Notes: While low-rise jeans continue their reign at the top, it's the type of low-rise jeans that are key. I strongly advise avoiding the dated low-rise skinny jeans and instead shopping for low-rise baggy jeans. They're still as cool as ever and are the celebrity-favourite denim trend, hands down.

Shop Low-Rise Baggy Jeans:

H&M

Baggy Wide Low Jeans

£38

I love this double denim look.

Abercrombie & Fitch

Low-Rise Washed Black Baggy Jeans

£40

These come in 3 different lengths.

bershka

Low waist baggy jeans

£36

This grey wash has such a '90s feel to it.

SLVRLAKE

Lexi Low-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

£335

The perfect everyday jean.

EB Denim

Low Rise Baggy

£271

These would look so good paired with black boots.

3. Adding: Dark Denim Jeans

Pulling: Ripped Jeans

Style Notes: Ultra-casual ripped jeans don't suit the elegant aesthetic that fashion has taken on this year, but the trend that undoubtedly does is dark denim. The inkiest of washes works beautifully for both day and night.

Shop Dark Denim Jeans:

GANNI

Dark Blue Stary Jeans

£225

Ganni has some of the coolest denim on the market at the moment.

M&S Collection

Sienna Supersoft Straight Leg Jeans

£33

M&S does high-quality denim at such an affordable price.

DARKPARK

Iris paperbag wide-leg jeans

£480

So chic!

Reformation

Cynthia High Rise Straight Long Jeans

£168

Reformation doesn't only do great dresses.

Reiss

Lyle Wide Leg Jeans

£138

I love the slouchier fit of these.

4. Adding: Capri Jeans

Pulling: Cropped Jeans

Style Notes: This might be a controversial statement, but cropped jeans aren't it right now. I'm sure they'll make a comeback eventually, but for now, people are favouring full-length, puddle, and the latest on the scene—capri jeans. My advice is to shop for a slim-fit pair and wear them with heels.

Shop Capri Jeans:

MANGO

Straight-Fit Capri Jeans

£36

The wash on this pair is so cool.

ASOS DESIGN

Asos Design Capri Jeans in Clean Black

£24

Wear with ballet flats or slingback mules.

Reformation

Lucy High Rise Capri Jeans

£148

French-girl approved.

Still Here

The Capri

£242

The white pair is so classy.

Pull & Bear

Mid-rise capri jeans

£30

Capris also look great with sandals in high summer.

5. High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

Pulling: Skinny Flared Jeans

Style Notes: Flared jeans have tried very hard to become a trend again in recent seasons, but the public just isn't catching on yet. If you want to look both classic and forward, get a pair of high-rise wide-leg jeans instead.

Shop High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans:

DARKPARK

Lisa wide-leg jeans

£525

This pair comes with a detachable gold chain.

ZARA

Trf Wide-Leg High-Waist Jeans

£36

Wide-leg jeans will act as the basis for so many of your outfits.

Reformation

Cary High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Jeans

£168

This brown pair is just as versatile as black.

Whistles

Wide Leg High Waist Jean

£119

i have these and they're so comfortable.

H&M

Wide High Jeans

£25

Just add a button-up and simple slingbacks.