There will always be a special place in my heart for high-waist mom jeans, but if you’re looking for denim that feels a bit trendier, those may not be the best pairs to reach for this fall. The swankiest silhouettes tend to be more fashion-forward than my trusty mom jeans, and often more likely to garner me a heartfelt “omg, where’d you get those?” from friends and strangers alike. So if you’re ready to take the plunge and switch things up from the classics, the five denim trends on this list are definitely the coolest jeans to sport this autumn. Plus, I included one recently hot style that’s sadly already gone by the wayside. Here’s everything you need to know about the top denim trends for fall 2025, plus how to wear them for maximum chicness.

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There are approximately 4,000 denim brands on the internet (I exaggerate, but there are a lot), and it can feel incredibly overwhelming trying to wade through all the options. But there are a few helpful tips that can help you whittle down the list to find a brand or store that works for you. First, consider budget. If you’re looking to splurge, there are lots of celeb-approved brands, like Mother denim, with the positive reviews to back up that must-have status. On the flip-side, there are also great places to find more budget-friendly jeans, like GAP or Madewell, that won’t fall apart or sag after just a few wears. Next, consider doing a quick search to see what brands are recommended for your body type. Because the folks making the best jeans for petites may not be the same as the folks making the best jeans for plus sizes—or flat butts or long torsos or those over 5’10”. My final piece of advice: Read all the reviews you can. Scroll through those comments to find people with similar body types and see what pros and cons they felt compelled to mention. You can even search for the same style or brand at multiple retailers (Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Revolve, Shopbop, Anthropologie, etc.) or clothing rental sites (Nuuly, Rent the Runway, BNTO) to get even more input that will make you feel more confident you won’t wind up back at the post office making returns.

Now, onto the top denim trends of 2025 you’ll want to add to cart ASAP.

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