Fall Denim Guide: The BEST Jeans

Jeans are a way of life as far as I’m concerned. You can never have too many, especially when you consider how every single pair of jeans is made differently. Straight leg jeans, wide leg, slim fit jeans—there’s a style and silhouette for every occasion, which is why jeans are so incredibly versatile and the foundation of every good outfit. In this fall denim guide, I’m going over the 2024 jean trends and sharing my absolute favorites including white jeans, non-skinny jeans, and so many more. It’s safe to say AGOLDE and Citizens of Humanity & Everlane are my favorite brands right now.

Editor Notes: I’m 5’10 & my “normal” jean size is 27. 

Fall Jeans: Wide Legs (Full Length)

Wide Leg Jeans | Tee | Ballet Flats

Wide leg jeans are comfortable and look modern. Tucking in your top to highlight your waistline is key. This balances the bagginess of the jeans & keeps them from looking frumpy. This silhouette is ideal for:

Wide leg can also work for petites as many retailers carry petite inseam lengths! Don’t forget you can take your jeans to a tailor to have the hemline customized to flatter your frame, as well as take in the waistline if you need to go up a size to accommodate your hips, butt & thighs.

Fall Jeans Guide: Straight Leg

Left: Jeans | Shirt | Sneakers Right: Jeans | Tee | Jacket | Sneakers

If you only have one pair of jeans in your wardrobe, start with straight leg jeans! The ideal, most flattering length hits right at the ankle bone or 1-2″ above. This silhouette works for most body types! A high rise with emphasize the waistline which helps balance your proportions.

Flare Jeans

Shirt | Jeans | Boots (similar)

Flare jeans balance your proportions, if you carry more weight in your middle or hips/butt/thighs, this style is the most figure flattering! The inseam length should hit on top of the foot which elongates your legs. A darker wash is the most slimming and can be dressed up or down. This silhouette is ideal for:

* Flares also work perfectly for apples and rectangles. Just make sure you get a high rise to create more of a defined waist.

Barrel Jeans

LEFT: Jeans | Tee | Blazer | Sneakers (similar) | Bag RIGHT: Jeans | Top | Cardigan | Ballet Flats

These are a BIG trend in 2024 and an unexpected favorite of mine. Mostly because they are very comfortable, high-waisted silhouette with a statement curve leg that hits at the ankle so they effortlessly pair with flats, sneakers, flats & sandals. This a great silhouette to update your wardrobe this fall.

This silhouette is ideal for:

Cuffed Jeans

Jeans | Tee | Jacket | Sling back’s

This is another trend that has been popular in 2024 and is continuing into the fall season. This full length style comes in either straight or wide leg. With a higher rise it really elongates the legs. The key is to balance your top half with a cropped style blouse, sweater or jacket. Or tuck in your top. This jeans silhouette can work for rectangles, apples, pears, inverted triangles or hourglass shapes.

I hope this guide helps you find a great pair of jeans for your fall wardrobe! For more fall outfit ideas check out this helpful style guide.

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