In the future, this is how jeans will look

Y2K is certainly having a comeback on the runway and among Gen-Z consumers, and if you favour a low rise, a more relaxed fit will give it a more contemporary feel. Look to Australian brands such as Aje (in partnership with ethical brand Outland Denim) and Henne for how to do a hip-baring jean or denim skirt without launching into a time warp. But the trend isn’t for everyone, says Adolphe.

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“You don’t need to go for a low-waist jean if you’re not comfortable just because it’s ‘in fashion’!” she says. “Slouchy or wide-leg jeans are both flattering and in style, or the straight leg, ‘mom’ and flare jeans are timeless and stylish.”

Erica Bartle of Outland Denim says the double-denim look, especially when topped with an oversized shirt, epitomises the “barefoot luxury” ideal shown in the resort collections. “The fabrication is important, though – [choose something] not too heavy, breathable and quality,” she says.

A word on ‘skinnies’

According to The Iconic’s sales data, straight-leg jeans are still the most popular, while high-waisted jeans are in sixth position; low-rise styles are at number 10. “Surprisingly, our data revealed that skinny jeans continue to be a popular style [at number three], proving that although the skinny jean might be deemed ‘out of fashion’ by Gen-Z, it’s a style people know and love.”

If you can’t let go of your skinnies, but still want to feel like you’re ‘on trend’ for winter, Adolphe suggests pairing them with a trench coat or an oversized biker jacket. For shoes, try a white sneaker, black pointed heel or black ankle boot. Keep the knee-high boots for skirts and dresses.

Colour coded

Spring-summer is also going to see a strong return of coloured denim, whether in neutral shades of mocha and khaki from Acler and Blanca Studio, respectively, to Camilla and Marc’s matching shirt and jeans in flax or pistachio, for an alternative to blue, black or white.

Acler co-founder Kathryn Forth says a coloured jean or denim skirt can have just as much longevity in a wardrobe as a classic blue. “The designs [in our range] play with unconventional colours such as magenta pink for a bold statement and mocha brown for a more contemporary neutral.”

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