Denim trends tend to stick around for longer than the average clothing fad, which is why when designers explore new shapes and their styling en masse, we take note. On the fall/winter 2024 runways, designers showed denim in a range of silhouettes and washes, from early-aughts throwbacks to modern classics. At Miu Miu—always one to watch when it comes to trends—a strong case was made for return of the super skinny.
At its sister brand, Prada, dark denim was cut into a sleek skirt suit. Chemena Kamali’s smash-hit first show for Chloé showed high-waisted flares worthy of an early-aughts Kate Moss. While Chanel continued to incorporate classic blue washes with their luxe outerwear, Alaïa pioneered another new silhouette: the exaggerated barrel-leg , which the brand styled with fitted tops to balance out the exaggerated proportion.
The Runway-Inspired Denim to Shop Now: The best thing about denim is arguably its versatility as a true year-round staple. So whether you’re looking for wearable interpretations of the fall runway collections, or want to push the envelope with new trends, our edit below has ample inspiration for both. Reimagine a Skirt Suit in Denim Prada’s dark-wash denim separates make for a tomboy-meets-girlboss version of the classic suit.
Lean into this contrast with black slingback kitten heels and an oversized button-up. Embrace Twisted Classics Proenza Schouler turned the classic jeans-and-button-up combo on its head by showing painted black jeans .