From floor-scraping denim at Dries Van Noten's autumn/winter 2024 show to Natasha Zinko's pre-fall 2025 collection, the humble flare has gotten so slouchy the hem is practically under the shoe. Fortunately, this type of baggy bootcut is also all over the high street, if you know where to look.
Ripped jeans have been with us for many decades in a variety of iterations; they don't look to be going anywhere anytime soon. "Distressed jeans could be making a comeback in 2025 as we saw on the spring/summer runways, including Ralph Lauren," says fashion expert and stylist Naina Singla.
The spring/summer 2025 runways were also full of flare denim: Chloé, Stella McCartney, and Diesel featured jeans with a slight flare on their hemlines. While the trend may evoke memories of high school past (here's looking at you millennials), they've become a classic silhouette that is highly versatile and elevated.
Because fashion has gotten tighter and smaller and more revealing and the younger generation rejects it. Baggy pants are anti male gaze AND way more comfortable than most skinny jeans.
Interest in Baggy Jeans grew 50% over the past year, compared to the year before, putting it at a current volume of 2.5M searches per month, as of last month.
For a trendy item, baggy jeans are a lot more versatile than you might initially expect. For starters, they are indeed denim, so they can be worn all year long. Not to mention, you can wear a baggy jean with practically every kind of shoe, which provides a limitless amount of outfit possibilities.
Gen Z low-rise jeans: Levi's Women's Low Pro Jeans
Gen Z loves the Levi's Women's Low Pro Jeans, and we understand why. They're simple enough to dress up or down, a little edgy, made with quality denim, and not completely overpriced like some other jean brands.
The revival of baggy jeans was most commonly noticed during and after the pandemic period in 2020-2021. Many people believe that due to the laid-back nature that quarantine instilled into us, our fashion sense soon reflected these behaviours as well.
Four of Gen Z's top five reasons to exercise are linked to health and happiness, with this demographic demonstrating a strong appreciation for the holistic benefits of activity. That said, they still want to look good, with 47 per cent listing 'improving their appearance' as a key reason to work out.
Wide-leg jeans, colloquially called baggy pants, are a style of clothing popular from the early 1980s to the 2000s, and also during a revival in the 2020s.
Boho Chic In Suede
Suede is on track to be a standout for Spring/Summer 2025, on everything from accessories as larger bags to skirts and outerwear. In addition, we can expect to see a growth in matching sets as well, a suede blazer paired with a suede skirt or trousers.
Bell Bottom Jeans Are Actually Back—Here's How to Style Them in 2025. We're betting on the return of flare silhouettes. Wendy Rose Gould is a lifestyle reporter based in Phoenix, Arizona.
A more sustainable and circular fashion
By 2030, clothing will be made from bio-sourced, recycled, or biodegradable materials. Fabrics made from algae, fungi, or even plastic waste recovered from the oceans will become commonplace. Eco-friendly dyeing processes and low-energy manufacturing methods will become the norm.
Whether they were styled with long tunics in the 2010s, layered under skirts or shorts (cringe), or embraced as the foundation of the athleisure-wear movement, leggings have consistently been a go-to piece for everyday comfort and styling. Fast-forward to 2025, and leggings are still a staple.
On average, a well-maintained pair of jeans can last anywhere from 2 to 10 years or even longer. However, this estimate can vary widely based on the factors mentioned above. High-quality jeans, like raw selvedge denim, can last much longer with proper care and infrequent washing.
Statistically, Gen Z tends to register as Democrats, reflecting their greater openness to left-leaning causes compared to earlier generations.
Dan Belkin, a board-certified dermatologist. Belkin added that Gen Z isn't “aging” faster, but Millennials indeed are looking younger.
Social media remains central to Gen Z's lives, not just for consuming content but for staying connected. The number of Gen Z TikTokers saying they use the platform for messaging friends and family rose by 82% between 2020-2024.
With models like Hailey Bieber and Bella Hadid to actresses like Laura Harrier, Dakota Johnson and Katie Holmes wearing the roomier denim trend, the style notes are endless. For example, one popular piece I spotted them pairing with baggy jeans is a black leather jacket.
If you're hesitant to swap your skinny jeans for baggier pairs, we should note that this new obsession isn't only because of aesthetics. Loose-fitting denim tends to be more comfortable to wear than tight skinny jeans. It's time to let your legs breathe!
Who would have thought we'd see the return of skinny pants after years of wide-leg jeans and baggy trouser trends? But it's true: Many brands are betting on the return of a figure-hugging silhouette for spring and summer 2025.
Skinny jeans are NOT outdated. Rather they've moved to the category of a classic style. So yes, you can keep wearing your skinnies if you like them. And I personally am keeping a few pairs in my wardrobe.
Gen Z is set to spend on luxury goods at a rate three times faster than other generations. This new generation of luxury consumers has entered adulthood, and social media and influencers have made it easier to discover and fall in love with luxury brands.