The Fall 2025 Denim Trend That Takes Classic Jeans To A New Level

When the crisp autumn air starts hitting, we know it's time to put away the A-line jean shorts that brought us so much comfort and style throughout the warmer months. However, with a new season comes new trends, and this fall is all about trouser jeans. "I'm anticipating seeing leg-lengthening fits and tailored elements like a crease, and these lived-in washes," Madewell head of design Steve Cateron told Vogue. Erik Torstensson of the denim line Frame added, "The silhouette is a cleaned-up baggy jean in rigid denim for a sharper polished weekday look, a chicer baggy jean with a higher rise and slimmer leg."

As the summer unwound, stars like Katie Holmes and Margot Robbie were spotted wearing the style, and the classic silhouette is the perfect transition weather go-to. These pants were also all over the fall/winter 2025 runways, with Tory Burch featuring the denim in a dark indigo. Her version was perfectly slouchy and had a zippered split hem for an updated feel. The designer paired the pants with a matching jacket, but if you're not into the Canadian tuxedo look, there are plenty of ways to style your trendy trouser jeans.

Because trouser jeans have an elevated look, they look best with dressier shoes, such as slim sock booties or even platform sandals worn with thin socks to keep your toes warm in chilly weather. If you want to double up on trends, clogs are the throwback shoe you'll see all over in fall 2025. That said, trouser jeans can also be dressed down with a pair of low-profile kicks, and you can totally make a statement with a pair in red, the bold sneaker color taking over fall 2025.

Many trouser jeans have small pleats below the waist, much like their wool or cotton counterparts, such as the Gap 365 High Rise UltraSoft Denim Pleated Trousers. These would look great with a cropped sweater or a body-hugging turtleneck. For those who aren't a fan of pleats, Anthropologie's Pilcro high-waisted wide-leg pair is made without and would be perfect for tucking in a white-button up. For a sleeker fit, check out the Uniqlo Slim Flare Trouser Jeans, which is wallet-friendly at just under $40. Just throw a form-fitting tee and a structured blazer on top, and you'll be ready to step out the door. As with dress pants, a nice belt will totally elevate your trouser jeans, so don't forget to accessorize. After all, autumn is leather season, and a luxe suede version in a buttery camel shade will totally complete your fall 'fit.

High-end designers start trends with their runway looks, but we wanted to give out recommendations that are more accessible. That's why we chose brands that are well-known and easy to purchase. The ones mentioned above can be shopped in-person or online and have convenient return and exchange options. The price points are also varied, with Uniqlo's being the most affordable at $39.90 at the time of writing, while Anthropologie's is more of a splurge at $148. Gap's trouser jeans, which are on sale for $71 at the time of writing, fall in the middle. Additionally, we selected three different silhouettes that flatter a variety of figures.