The Top 5 Hottest Jeans For Fall 2008
I’ve gotten a few requests lately for info on the hot trends in denim for fall 2008. I’m happy to say that the hottest jean trend this fall is… to wear whatever styles look best on you!
This year, almost anything goes when it comes to jeans! There really aren’t any defined trends, so retailers are carrying a little bit of everything.
This is good news for everyone - it means you can pick and choose whatever kind of jeans you like, and probably find them in any store.
Here are some of the popular styles of jeans that are hot for fall:
1. Wide Leg / Trouser Style Jeans
Probably the trendiest denim style for fall, wide leg jeans are a fresh change from last year’s skinny jean obsession.
If you’re wondering how to wear wide leg jeans, here are some tips: First, make sure to wear something fitted on top, otherwise you’ll risk looking big all over!
Second, go for longer inseams, and wear your wide-leg jeans with heels if possible. This will make your legs look super-long! Every woman can benefit from longer-looking legs.
Here are some examples of cute wide leg and trouser style jeans, some of which are budget-friendly:
From Left: Roxy Gwen Wide-Leg Jeans, Distressed Wash $49.50, DKNY Jeans Striped Wide-Leg Jeans: $55.30, INC International Concepts Stretch Wide-Leg Jeans $69.00
2. Skinny Jeans
They’re not as popular as they were last year, but skinny jeans aren’t out of style yet!
If you love your skinny jeans, keep wearing them with pride this season. If you don’t think you can wear skinny jeans, I recommend giving them a shot. They really are more flattering on slim to average body types than you’d think.
Here are some cute and affordable skinny jeans:
From Left: .Lucite Skinny Jeans $29.99, Dollhouse Colored Skinny Jeans $39.99, Pebble Skinny Jeans $29.99
3. Distressed Jeans
Yup, they’re back! Ripped, stained, faded, and shredded up jeans haven’t been a big deal for years now, but they’re back in style with a vengeance this fall.
Distressed jeans are perfectly casual - they are great for wearing to class, on weekends with the girls, or hanging out in your dorm. The other great thing about distressed jeans is that they’re unique and eye-catching - you can get away with wearing a more simple top when your jeans stand out.
Some cute & inexpensive distressed jeans are below!
From Left: Hydraulic Nikki Destruction Skinny Jeans $48.00, Silver Jeans Tuesday Destruction Jeans $75.00, ZCO Destruction Boot-Cut Jeans $48.00
4. Dark Wash Jeans
Flattering on everyone, the dark wash jean is not only a hot trend for fall, but a smart fashion buy!
I recommend that every girl have a pair of dark-wash jeans in her closet, because they’re so versatile and classy. Wear them with heels for a night out, or cute flats for a classic, put-together daytime look.
If you’re on the curvier side, dark-wash jeans are a must-have! They lengthen and slim your legs to create long lines, which any body type can benefit from.
A few cute and classy pairs that I found online:
From Left: 7 For All Mankind Straight-Leg Jean, Los Angeles Dark Wash $165.00, GAP Essential jeans - dark tint $69.50 GAP Favorite trouser jeans - dark $69.50
5. Regular Boot Cut Jeans
My favorite on this list, and a style that universally looks great on all body types. Boot cut jeans will always be in style, making them one of the smartest fashion buys out there.
Invest in a pair that fits you perfectly - if you need help finding brands that will fit, take the True Jeans Quiz , it’s fabulous.
If you’re looking for a new pair of boot cut jeans, check out my picks below!
From Left: 7 For All Mankind Boot-Cut Flynt Jean, NY Dark Wash $150.00, GAP Curvy boot cut jeans - Atlantic Blue $69.50, The Osa Boot-Cut Jean $62.40
Your Thoughts?
Which of the denim trends for fall is your favorite? Are you all for wide-legs, still stuck on skinnies, or loving the classic boot cut? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
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How about straight leg jeans? :), I’m liking boot cut jeans(ive got 2 pairs) and planning to get more straight legged ones, but i am more of a wide leg pants not jeans person. Great pictures though :D
I think I’ll always be stuck on skinnnies, I just love the way they look and go with outfits. Occasionalyy I’ll wear bootcut, but it’s skinnies all the way for me. I’m also glad ripped jeans are back in cuz I still have a few pairs lying around.
Lyd - Straight leg jeans are OK. They aren’t a big trend for fall, but if you love them, I say wear them!
Alexa - I know what you mean. For a while I wasn’t into skinnies at all, but they’ve grown on me so much that I can’t stop wearing them. I think I’ll give them a rest soon, though, and return to my bootcuts…
I’m still groovin’ with the skinnies, but I don’t descriminate. I love many looks. I’ve got my eye on some dark washes too right now! so cute!
I have a question: When wearing wide legs, should it be worn a little higher? like “flood pants” (sorry for lack of a better term)? I see that the pictures show the cuts a couple inches from the ground. Just wondering…
Digging those colored skinny jeans!
Bright jeans definitely require boldness and flair to pull off but are one of the most attention-grabbing yet still flattering looks.
Can’t wait to rock my new pair of dark pink skinny jeans :)
I love the look of the wide-leg trousers, but I’m not exactly sure what else to pair them with. I’ve always been a baggy/long top/tunic and skinny jeans girl so perhaps you could make a post about how to wear those trouser jeans? :)
I’m a big fan of the straight-leg this season, over wide-legged (I just can’t bring myself to do it) and skinny (just kind of sick of them personally). Staright legs are almost skinny jeans but, on my body, WAAAYYY more flattering.
Also distressed jeans are awesome, I just finished ‘distressing’ a pair of cheapie jeans that I paid $20 last night :)
I can’t pay for someone else to rip up my jeans for me when it’s so easy to DIY!
My Lucky jeans are my babies. Dark wash, boot cut, perfect length :)
i just invested in a pair of chip & pepper skinny jeans and i must confess i don’t know why i’ve never splurged before. the comfort level of designer denim is unreal, they fit like a glove!
another style of jeans i’ve seen popping up a lot are baggy boyfriend jeans? my friends and i got in a debate over them, i think they’r;e cool kind of unconventional, they thought ugly. what’s your take.i think i’m going to post about them because i’m curious to see :)
xoxo
You totally did not mention one of the biggest jean styles this Fall season…and that would be the boyfriend jean! Got to get a pair of those for this season. I have read on other fashion sites that a relaxed and distressed look will definately be in this season.
As much i love the straight leg and occasionally skinnies, it’s hard to wear them with runners, and with all the walking around i’m going to be doing when school starts, i think i’ll be sticking to bootcut for the majority of the year..they go so well with sneakers and runners=)
Melissa - Idk about the boyfriend jean. They weren’t big on the runways, and are really just popular because of Katie Holmes wearing ‘em. I’m still not sure that they’ll be a big trend, so I decided not to include them.
I’m happy ripped jeans are back in - even though my pair are new, I’ve wanted some for a while … love wearing my pair. xD … I’m also really glad I invested in skinny jeans before college!! I love wearing ‘em in the winter, as my legs are short and so they drag on the floor in all the rain … not nice. >_< skinny jeans I can wear with boots, and in spite of my super short legs .. .not get soaked! xD … I have a feeling I’ll be living in jeans these next 2 years.
My dark wash, boot cut Lucky jeans are my BABIES. If they rip, stain, or generally die before their time, I will be screwed. They’re just that right fit, color, and length…you know the kind!
You must have been reading my mind on the red skinny jeans, they are on my list of things to buy, i think they will look great with some western inspired boots. Bootcuts are classics. Did highwaists not make the list, i’m sorta digging those.
Jaime,
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