The internet can claim low-rise skinny jeans are back all it wants, but you’re better off learning how to style baggy jeans this spring. The fashion girls are remaining loyal to the loosest fits in their closet. Current denim trends—that is, the ones fashionable people are actually wearing—pretty much all fall under the same mantra: the baggier, the better. Loose-fit, wide-leg silhouettes have been leading across Instagram, TikTok, and Fashion Week runways alike for the past several seasons running with no signs of changing any time soon.
Maybe that’s because baggy jeans offer limitless styling potential. Unlike the alternatives, they can read edgy, sporty, posh, streetwear, preppy, or polished when done the right way. That is so much more versatile than bootcut jeans, for example, which give off a Y2K vibe no matter what pieces you pair with them.
Ahead, brush-up on all the most stylish ways to wear baggy jeans this spring and beyond.
With a tweed jacket
You probably didn’t believe me when I said baggy jeans could look preppy, but this outfit stands as proof. When styled with a bit of ladylike tweed, loafers or ballet flats, and a whole lot of pearls, slouchy pants embody a whole new vibe. For a lighter outerwear option, a fitted cardigan has the same effect too.
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Dressed Up With Faux Fur
Figuring out how to style baggy jeans with a vintage or faux-fur coat has been done by nearly every influencer in my feed this winter, but you can put your own spin on the street style staple this spring by also swapping the jacket for a furry or fuzzy bag. It still feels luxe and full of texture, but more wearable in the increasingly warmer weather.
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’90s grunge
When in doubt, play into your denim’s origin story: the 1990s. Embrace the grungy look with layered T-shirts and heavy-duty hardware. Hoodies also work if you need an additional layer.
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Gorpcore-inspired
This aesthetic, which blends hiking and camping essentials with street style, is back in full force thanks to functional brands like Salomon, Nike, and more. So pair your best hiking gear with a pair of puddle jeans for an effortlessly cool type of ’fit.
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With an equally baggy blazer
This combo very well could have been plucked from my own closet. A simple T-shirt and oversized blazer look great with virtually any bottom you pair them with—and that most certainly includes slouchy jeans. Just be sure to wear a more fitted top and sleek shoes to balance all that volume.
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Under a summer dress
Repurpose your favorite warm-weather mini by layering it over your baggiest bottoms. It’s a great transitional look for when spring temperatures haven’t quite caught up with the season. Finish with ballet flats or flip -lops and a functional tote bag for a laid-back outfit idea.
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With a sports jersey
Baggy jeans outfits are my go-to for tailgates, baseball games, etc. Why? They make frumpy sports merch look fashionable pretty much instantaneously. So you can feel free to embrace all the team logos; just be sure to finish with fashion-forward accessories.
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Under a pleated skirt
If you’re hoping to channel a more eclectic vibe, look no further than your favorite pair of baggy jeans. Layered under your standard private school uniform, the preppy starter pack immediately begins to feel edgy-cool.
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With a sheer top
WWIBD: What would an Instagram baddie do? The answer is: Style baggy jeans with a mesh top and a statement belt.
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With a trench coat
I love a good trench coat as much as the next person, but it can easily read “soccer mom.” A pair of baggy jeans and high-heel boots will solve that problem, while a polished button-down brings the look together.
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Layered denim
Double denim is a sartorial tale as old as time. Naturally, the styling trick works just as well with loose-fit denim—high-waist, wide-leg jeans or otherwise. And here’s an extra styling tip: A sheer skirt or scarf tied around the waist is a stylish way to break up a jean outfit.
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