In an age where oversized clothes, and baggy jeans in particular, have become all the rage, one might wonder why on earth we’d resort to the torture again of squeezing ourselves into tight jeans again when clearly, we’ve all just come to appreciate the comfort, and edgier vibe of baggier clothing. I think this was also influenced by the COVID19 pandemic, which saw comfort become the biggest priority in fashion – skinny jeans became the first victim of everyone’s lockdown wardrobe clear-outs. Moreover, I personally think baggier jeans often just pair better with most outfits: despite factors such as height or shape, I generally think they frame the silhouette nicely on anyone.
...some designers, such as Miu Miu and Celine, don’t agree – their Autumn/Winter '24 runway shows featured skinny jeans styled across a number of models, leaning heavily into the aesthetic of Y2K and the early 2000s era.
However, that’s just my opinion! Turning to those with more authority in the fashion world, it’s clear that some designers, such as Miu Miu and Celine, don’t agree – their Autumn/Winter 24 runway shows featured skinny jeans styled across a number of models, leaning heavily into the aesthetic of Y2K and the early 2000s era. And I have to say, those models do look stunning – paired with large fur coats, knee high boots over the jeans, or even visions in double denim, these designers have shown that skinny jeans can look sophisticated and a bit ‘grunge’, at the same time. Similarly, it’s clear that for many celebrities, skinny jeans never left their wardrobe. I see paparazzi photos all the time of Gigi Hadid, or Kendall Jenner, running errands or grabbing coffee in their skinny jeans – and they do look good!
That being said – can I ever fully get back on board the skinny jeans train? I’m not sure. Perhaps finding a pair in a charity shop and attempting to style them again might be the way forward before buying back into a trend just for the sake of it. I guess we’ll see heading into Spring fashion!