November 19, 2024 at 4:45 PM IST
Trims, tassels, fringes and plants – if you’re a die-hard high-fashion fan, the era of basic denim is evolving to bring a touch of chic to your everyday outfits
How many times have you gone off the road, afraid to accept the last answer of what to wear for the day? Now, while you ponder this, let me give you the conundrum between keeping your legs warm in the winter or dressing them up in a cute mini, at the expense of nail-biting chills of course. But beauty doesn’t have to suffer this winter. What if we told you that you could continue to wear your tried-and-true set of basic OOTDs and still look your chicest (and warmest)?
This is the era of fashionable jeans! Block prints, patchwork, unique crafts, tassels, fringes, rhinestones, sequins – the list of things that can decorate your jeans is endless. While denim should essentially serve as a neutralizing element for most looks, there’s literally no reason why it can’t be the star of the show. Whatever your personal aesthetic, you’re sure to find a pair made to fit your vibe just right. Plus, style these denim pieces with toned down details, and you’re likely to get a look that perfectly balances between maximalist excitement and minimalist class. Are you still wary of how well this trend is actually catching on? Gucci’s 2025 line of resort wear—specifically, subtle but shiny fringed denim—will change your mind. We’re also impressed with Undercover’s Fall/Winter 2024 line, which features boyfriend jeans with gold trim.
Apart from that, bold embroideries like Molly Goddard’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection or intense patchwork like Junya Watanabe’s Comme Des Garçons jeans are also strong contenders for the new era of denim.
If you’ve decided to jazz up your jeans, layering is your best friend, especially as the temperature has started to steadily drop. Imagine a big button-up cinched in at the hips, paired with your new kitschy denim purchase—a full-length, neutral-toned coat and a matching (or chic, if you want to go all out) pair of boots will get you sorted for the day. If you want all eyes to immediately be drawn to your denim, replace the oversized sweater with a slim and fitted one in black or other neighboring moody shades and pair it with a coat in a matching shade.
So, which fashion jean aesthetic is your eye leaning towards?
