Denim Trends: 7 Styles Set to Dominate Fall 2018

While your sights may still be set on picking up summer items (you know, cropped blouses, Bermuda shorts, toe-ring sandals, etc.), it’s actually the perfect time to start stocking up on denim. Scoring a few fresh pairs of jeans is a rite of passage come fall, easing the transition to colder temps. And this year, everything from old-school styles to modern hems are trending so you’ll have plenty of options. Dying to flaunt your new pair of white boots? Cropped flares have got you (but not your shoes) covered. Dead set on practicing your tucking abilities? Go with jeans boasting bold waistbands, a trend practically every denim brand has embraced from belted to crisscross bands. (Sure, they make it harder to go to the bathroom when you’re desperate, but it’s a sacrifice we’re willing to make.) Here are the seven denim trends set to be big for fall. Feel free to pick up one of each.

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Fall 2018 Denim

Straightforward

Topshop Moto Mid Blue New Boyfriend Jeans, $80 at Topshop

Straight-leg jeans are classics for a reason. Their streamlined silhouette is still roomy in the legs, providing a nice antidote to the (now former) super skinny trend.
Straightforward

& Other Stories Straight Mid Rise Jeans, $85 at & Other Stories
Straightforward

Eckhaus Latta El Straight Leg Jean, $290 at Need Supply Co.
Straightforward

Levi’s 414 Classic Straight Jeans, $59.50 at Levi’s
Straightforward

Mother The Insider Ankle, $228 at Mother
Vintage-Style Flares

Goop x Frame Slim Palazzo, $265 at Frame

While not quite bell-bottoms, these flares definitely give off retro vibes. Best to pair with heeled shoes to avoid any tripping hazards.
Vintage-Style Flares

Mother The Tomcat Roller Chew, $245 at Mother
Vintage-Style Flares

Violeta by Mango Flared Jeans, $39.99 at Mango
Vintage-Style Flares

Citizens of Humanity Cherie High Waist Bell Jeans, $238 at Nordstrom
Vintage-Style Flares

Topshop Moto Mid Stone Jamie Flares, $75 at Topshop
Cropped Flares (aka Kick Flares)

RE/DONE High Rise Crop Flare, $104 at Totokaelo

Give your fall wardrobe a little kick with cropped flares. Make sure the flares rest right above your ankles and wear with your favorite pair of look-at-me shoes.
Cropped Flares (aka Kick Flares)

Current/Elliott The High Waist Kick Jean, $248 at Current/Elliott
Cropped Flares (aka Kick Flares)

J Brand Joan High-Rise Wide-Leg Crop, $228 at J Brand
Cropped Flares (aka Kick Flares)

M.i.h Jeans Marrakesh Jean, $255 at M.i.h Jeans
Cropped Flares (aka Kick Flares)

Frame Le Crop Flare Raw Edge, $245 at Frame
Step Hem

Madewell The Perfect Summer Frayed High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans, $115 at Net-a-Porter

The mullet style is one of Selena Gomez's faves. It's another great way to show off your fancy footwear.
Step Hem

Marina Rinaldi x Ashley Graham Idrante Step-Hem Slim-Leg Jeans, $107.50 at Bloomingdale’s
Step Hem

Frame Le High Straight High Waist Staggered Hem Jeans, $205 at Nordstrom
Step Hem

GRLFRND Helena Straight Leg Jean, $228 at Revolve
Step Hem

J Brand Wynne High-Rise Cropped Straight, $228 at J Brand
Side Striped

Zara Side Stripe Jeans Z1975, $45.90 at Zara

Show your stripes on the side for fall. The racer/motocross style adds some visual interest to your trusty blues, but can be hard to style. Don't worry about matching your top to the color of the stripe, clashing is actually advisable here.
Side Striped

Mango Contrasting Trims Straight Jeans, $59.99 at Mango
Side Striped

Palm Angels Striped Grosgrain-Trimmed High-Rise Slim-Leg Jeans, $595 at Net-a-Porter
Side Striped

RE/DONE High Rise Relaxed Zip Crop, $345 at Need Supply Co.
Side Striped

L'Agence Danica Striped High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans, $295 at Net-a-Porter
Mom Jeans

& Other Stories Mom Denim, $85 at & Other Stories

Yup, they're sticking around for another season. It takes a lot of confidence to rock mom jeans so make them the focus by keeping your top minimal.
Mom Jeans

The Frankie Shop High-Waisted Bleached Denim Jeans, $76 at The Frankie Shop
Mom Jeans

Violeta by Mango Mom-Fit Jeans, $39.99 at Mango
Mom Jeans

BDG High-Rise Pleated Carrot Jean, $64 at Urban Outfitters
Mom Jeans

Zara New Mom Stone Blue Jeans, $49.90 at Zara
Waistbands Worth Showing Off

Alexander Wang Cult Duo Layered Distressed High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans, $325 at Net-a-Porter

It used to be that you only had two choices when it came to the top half of your jeans: zipper or button fly. Nowadays, designers are coming up with new and quirky ways to fashion waistbands, from layered to asymmetrical. This is where the art of tucking comes in handy.
Waistbands Worth Showing Off

AGOLDE Criss Cross Upsized Jean, $178 at AGOLDE
Waistbands Worth Showing Off

Which We Want Hana Lace Jeans, $22.99 at Need Supply Co.
Waistbands Worth Showing Off

Zara Z1975 Belted Jeans, $49.90 at Zara
Waistbands Worth Showing Off

Y/Project Asymmetric Straight-Leg Jeans, $600 at Net-a-Porter