Here’s the skinny: A controversial cut of denim could soon find its way back into your wardrobe.
That’s right, the skinny jeans renaissance is upon us whether you like it or not, revived by fan-favorite A-listers and heritage, high fashion brands alike. Miu Miu, a fashion house with a Gen Z cult following, sent skin-tight denim down its fall/winter 2024 runway, and that very same season saw skinny jeans from Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen, too!
We’re emerging from a period dominated by relaxed fits, and skinny jeans offer a sleek silhouette that pairs well with casual and dressy tops. They’re also ideal for showcasing statement footwear, which we’re seeing everywhere this fall.
Our experts reported that skinny jeans searches soared 50% earlier this year. And on TikTok, more creators show off how to style skinny jeans, some even digging through their own archives to unearth a pair from 2016 and beg for the cut’s “comeback.”
Slim denim, in fact, was the pinnacle of style less than a decade ago, although industry experts have their fingers crossed that their begrudging return comes with revamped fit that mirrors today’s preference for comfort.