Whether you’re a fan of the fashion from the decade or not, the polarizing trends of the ’80s have made their way back into the cycle of 2018 trends. Trends like color-block sweaters, neon, and shoulder pads are proving to be officially cool again, but there’s one trend in particular that we are rather shocked to see making a comeback: pleated jeans.
Perhaps AC Slater was really onto something when he sported the style and paired them with graphic Hawaiian-style shirts on Saved by the Bell. Although this detail is a small one, it's one your parents will appreciate, as well as your most fashionable friends. Thanks to the likes of influencers, celebrities, and It girls across the board, this ’80s denim trend is officially back and being styled in ways that make the trend feel fresh again. To show you what we mean, we gathered some of the best pleated jeans on the market for you to try this fall. Keep scrolling to see them all.
This faint texture makes it so much more interesting.
These look so fun.
Your jeans just got more polished.
You'll get so many compliments on these jeans.
Live out your best '80s fashion moments with these.
These are so flattering.
Switch up your denim look in these pleated pants.
We love this wash.
These are so chic.
You'll want to wear these all season.
Wear these with a chic floral blouse.
Style these with a cropped tee and sneakers.
These are so pretty.
A pair of faded black jeans will always look good for fall.
This wash is everything.
Turn heads in these.
You'll love wearing this style.
These will definitely take your denim game up to the next level.
-
Light-Wash Jeans Always Look More Expensive When Worn With This Elevated BasicAs seen on Zendaya in Italy.
-
Tired of Jeans? We Are Too—Here's What We're Wearing Instead This SpringChic and comfortable.
-
7 Ways to Style Your Jeans for Spring That Feel Very 2025Courtesy of the street style set.
-
My Most Complimented Everyday Jeans Are on Sale for Just a Few More HoursGrab them now, or pay full price later.
-
Rich-Looking Outfits Are the Goal—31 Chic Pieces From the Amazon Big Spring Sale That Fit the BillThese will have you doing a double take.
-
I Found a Trove of Cool-Girl Basics From theReplica Store Sale—31 Chic StandoutsThese have closet-staple status.
-
It's Here: The 2025 Version of Skinny JeansSpotted on Emily Ratajkowski in NYC.
-
35 Incredibly Chic Luxury Finds I Would Immediately Buy If My Salary Tripled TomorrowA girl can dream, right?
