I Scoured H&M, Zara, and Shopbop for Denim—These Are the Best Styles for 2024
If you're like me and need to replace, like, all of your denim, you've come to the right place. That's because I went ahead and rounded up some of the most current and buy-worthy styles from Zara, H&M, and Shopbop to stock up on as we head into 2024. We all know how overwhelming shopping for new jeans can be. We're talking potentially hours of searching for just the right pair that really speaks to you. That's where I come in. I took the time to sort through the seemingly unlimited options to narrow it down your search to just six different types, the likes of which belong in your next-year wardrobe.
From trendier finds like barrel-leg and cargo jeans to staples like dark-wash and straight-leg jeans, the 33 pairs below include a little bit of everything worth buying in the denim department in 2024. That way, you can choose exactly the style that works for your style goals in the New Year. Scroll down to get started.
The Best Wide-Leg Jeans
Move over, skinny jeans. It's all about wide-leg silhouettes now, and the trend will continue to get stronger in 2024. You can choose exactly how roomy you want to go since there's definitely a spectrum between subtler hems and exaggerated ones. Another plus? They happen to look amazing with boots.
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The Best Barrel-Leg Jeans
This style is gaining steam, and we live for a dramatic shape. These have more room around your knees that creates a bend in the silhouette when you look at them straight on. Free People's "Lucky You" design is popular and under $100 while Citizen of Humanity's style comes in a pretty sage hue.
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The Best Straight-Leg Jeans
You can never go wrong with a classic pair of straight-leg jeans. It's a tried-and-true style you can wear with any kind of footwear. Shop some favorites below in a variety of washes and rises.
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The Best Dark-Wash Jeans
Dark-wash denim is a great way to make your outfit look more elevated while still wearing jeans. You can dress things up with a cable-knit sweater and boots or a going-out top and strappy sandals. Shop the pairs below and pick whichever shape and level of darkness speaks to you.
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The Best Bootcut Jeans
From split-hem to cropped designs, these jeans are staples because they're amazing to show off your favorite boots, yes, but also any pair of statement shoes that you want to give the spotlight to. The slight flare can help elongate your legs and gives your ankles some breathing room.
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The Best Cargo Jeans
Utilitarian jeans aren't going anywhere in 2024. Carpenter and cargo styles are still prevalent and happen to add edge to any ensemble. Whether you actually use the pockets or not, they'll help your jeans stand out from the rest.
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Lauren Adhav is a freelance fashion editor based in Los Angeles. Originally from Orlando, Florida, she got her start as the beauty and fashion editorial assistant at Cosmopolitan and worked her way up to fashion editor. She contributed to both the website and print issues, pitching new ideas, forecasting trends, covering red carpet events, and informing the overall coverage and brand voice.
After five years in NYC, she moved to Los Angeles. As a freelance fashion editor, she contributes to Cosmo, The Cut, and nowBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing . She also spends an unhealthy amount of time online shopping for the perfect piece, and now that she's in L.A., she's rediscovering her soft spot for malls.
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