How to Style Spring's Best Denim Trends

While fashion trends change with the seasons, you can always count on denim to show up in the mix. Throughout the years, this utilitarian-turned-trendy material has been remixed and reimagined into countless silhouettes and staples. Case in point: the SS24 and FW24 runways were rife with denim in enough easy breezy and heavyweight iterations to last all year long. Ahead, we've rounded up 2024's best denim trends for every aesthetic and occasion inspired by the runway and ready to go IRL.

Fans of classic blue jeans will likely pull inspiration from the Coach and Retrofête Fall/Winter 2024 runways where the controversial low-rise jean trend was tempered with baggy and straight-leg silhouettes. Both brands applied the same relaxed-fit approach to outerwear through oversized blazers and retro jean jackets.

Whatever your vibe, read on for 13 trends redefining the way we'll be wearing denim this year.

Layered Textured

Sometimes, the formula for a show-stopping statement look can be as simple as adding texture to tried-and-true denim. From all-over lacing to sheer panels, there are endless possibilities when it comes to this multidimensional denim trend. For even more visual impact, grab a matching set.

Feathery Fringe

Ripped jeans, but make it fashion. This year's take on the distressed denim trend is less about showing skin and more about volume. We've been captivated by featherlight fringe since we saw the frothy texture walk the Lapointe Fall/Winter 2024 runway and we love that you can tone this trend up or down for impact.

Wild West Silhouettes

You don't have to be rancher to wear chaps as this year's western-inspired denim trend proves. Jeans with leather panels like those spotted on the Stella McCartney runway during Paris Fashion Week are the boldest take on this trend, but you can deliver the same vibe with a two-tone all-denim approach.

Super-Cinched Corsets

While undeniably fresh and fashion-forward, denim corsets are actually quite practical from a craftsmanship perspective. While other corset-style tops can be flimsy, the structure of non-stretch denim is sturdy so you'll be well and truly cinched. A cropped denim corset with baggy jeans is casual 'fit perfection.

Multi-Wash Patchwork

This trend is especially well-suited for girlies who love a wide-leg jeans outfit. The bigger and baggier the jeans, the more space you've got to show off a patchwork denim effect. If you live in your skinny jeans and accept no substitutions, we recommend trying an oversized patchwork denim jacket.

Denim Blazers

Denim blazers are business casual with an emphasis on the casual. Even so, the silhouette of this trending denim staple pulls focus, making a denim blazer a great choice for upscale occasions.

Comfy Cargoes

Cargo jeans as one of the year's top denim trends. Pro-tip: If baggy cargoes aren't your thing, you can still create a cargo-esque vibe by wearing more-fitted jeans that feature a pair of oversized pockets on the legs.

Romantic Ruffles

Another volume-centric trend, ruffled denim brings a heady dose of romance to this wardrobe staple. For a subtle look, opt for denim pieces that feature ruffles along sleeves or hemlines.

All-Over Adornments

While recent runways have been awash with treated denim of all kinds, we especially love the versatility that top-to-bottom embellishments bring to jeans or denim separates. With this trend, the higher the contrast, the more eye-popping the effect. For subtle shine, look for dark-wash denim with dark-toned rhinestones. Conversely, gray denim with silver studs or stoning delivers intense textural impact.

Vintage-Inspired Outerwear

The vintage vibes were strong on the FW24 Retrofête and Zimmerman runways where both brands delivered denim aviator jackets in oversized silhouettes. Ekhaus Latta's SS24 collection brought that same old-school energy courtesy of a '90s duster silhouette. Both approaches bring a vintage feel to casual outfits and we expect this trend to reign supreme all the way from spring into chillier weather.

Statement Maxi Skirts

No shade to denim mini skirts, but denim maxi skirts are a standout style. This '90s throwback trend works equally as well with a long-sleeve crop top or as part of a denim-on-denim look.

Creative Cut-Outs

Unlike other cut-out trends that are all about showing skin, this year's trending denim approach to cut-outs is all about exciting structure. From garter-style pants-and-shorts combos to striped waist cut-outs, the vibe isn't nearly naked, but rather cleverly crafted.

Playful Patterns

While not objectively a springtime trend, the youthful cheekiness of printed or patterned denim puts us in mind of sunny weather. For a runway-ready OOTD, try pattern-matching your jeans and top for a polished vibe or keep things simple with a printed denim mini dress.