Denim will forever be a big part of our wardrobes, and that's not changing in 2018 [1]. But if you want to get a little inventive with your look, you might need to look beyond the jeans already in your drawer [2]. We scouted the runways [3] and have kept our eyes on the street [4] to uncover the designs that you probably don't already own. It might take some warming up to these extraordinary silhouettes, so read up on them one by one, or jump ahead to the denim trend you know about and can't wait to shop.
Denim "Sweatpants"
There's the 2018 way to wear your actual track pants [13], and then there's the denim sweat — the style that's so baggy you'll feel immediately at ease. Let your denim "sweatpants" pool to the floor, and show just a hint of your shoe from underneath them.
Levi's Baggy Jeans
Levi's Baggy Jeans [14] ($98)
Zara The Reconstructed Vintage High Waist Jeans
Zara The Reconstructed Vintage High Waist Jeans [15] ($70)
Off-White Blue Baggy Seams Jeans
Off-White Blue Baggy Seams Jeans [16] ($252, originally $560)
Ultra Cuff
The ultra cuff can mean a pair of pants folded past the shin, or a contrasted, lighter wash roll. Y/Project even offers a silhouette with fake cuffs affixed up and down the leg. We say go big or go home.
Sea Women's Classic Cuffed Wide Leg Jeans
Sea Women's Classic Cuffed Wide Leg Jeans [17] ($295)
RE/DONE Distressed Cropped Jeans
RE/DONE Distressed Cropped Jeans [18] ($215, originally $359)
Y/Project Layered High-Rise Straight Leg Jeans
Y/Project Layered High-rise Straight-leg Jeans - Mid denim [19] ($360, originally $515)
Alexander McQueen Two-Tone Cuffed Jeans
Alexander McQueen Two-tone cuffed jeans [20] ($720)
Ornate Embellished Denim
Long, bohemian-inspired denim skirts are covered in embroidery or sequins. But if you're not the feminine type and you prefer denim pants, you can invest in intricate stitching or beaded detail down the leg.
Gucci Embroidered Denim Skirt
Gucci Embroidered Denim Skirt [21] ($1,062)
Zara The High Waist Jeans With Satin Embroidery
Zara The High Waist Jeans With Satin Embroidery [22] ($90)
Alice + Olivia Libbie Embellished Midlength Skirt
Alice + Olivia Libbie Embellished Midlength Skirt [23] ($220, originally $550)
Mango Embroidered Denim Skirt
MANGO Embroidered denim skirt [24] ($70)
Michael Michael Kors Rhinestone Embellished Jeans in Light Indigo
MICHAEL Michael Kors Rhinestone Embellished Jeans in Light Indigo [25] ($275)
Religion Mom Jeans With Premium Embellishment
Religion Mom Jeans With Premium Embellishment [26] ($151)
Asymmetrical Denim
Many high end brands, like Balenciaga and Vetements, are churning out designs made to look off-kilter. But you can also go about the look in your own way. If you have a denim jacket, try switching up the buttons.
Balenciaga Women's Crossover-Front Denim Jacket
Balenciaga Women's Crossover-Front Denim Jacket [27] ($1,150)
Kendall + Kylie Vintage Safety Pin Boyfriend Jeans
KENDALL + KYLIE Vintage Safety Pin Boyfriend Jeans [28] ($117, originally $195)
Monse Off-Shoulder Asymmetric Denim Top
Monse Off-Shoulder Asymmetric Denim Top [29] ($690)
Nasty Gal Get Even Asymmetric Denim Skirt
Nasty Gal nastygal Get Even Asymmetric Denim Skirt [30] ($60)
Off-White x Levi's Asymmetric Skirt
Off-White x Levi's Asymmetric Skirt [31] ($631)
Sjyp Destroyed Denim Jacket Blue
Sjyp Destroyed Denim Jacket Blue [32] ($519)
Deconstructed Denim
Deconstructed denim is quite a sight to see — especially from far away. Think about shopping for surprising patchwork effects, obscurely placed rips, and affixed ruffles that don't quite belong. Really, deconstructed denim just looks "off," — in the best way possible — so complete your look with a minimal tee to draw attention to your prized piece.
Ksenia Schnaider Demi Wide Jeans
Ksenia Schnaider Demi wide high-rise jeans [33] ($455)
Maison Margiela Women's Deconstructed-Front Straight Jeans
Maison Margiela Women's Deconstructed-Front Straight Jeans [34] ($785)
Diesel Blue Pants
Diesel DieselTM Pants 084ME - Blue - 23 [35] ($279, originally $398)
Asos Deconstructed Straight Leg Jeans with Rips and Extreme Stepped Hem
Asos Deconstructed Straight Leg Jeans with Rips and Extreme Stepped Hem [36] ($24, originally $60)
Rachel Comey Women's Revel Ruffle Pants
Rachel Comey Women's Revel Ruffle Pants [37] ($375)
Low Slung Denim
Call them boyfriend jeans, but low slung jeans don't have to be particularly loose if you prefer more structure. These were made for pulling styling tricks like the half tuck [38], where you reveal a smidgen of your belt from underneath a slouchy top.
GRLFRND for FWRD Turner Baggy Boy
GRLFRND for FWRD Turner Baggy Boy [39] ($278)
Boohoo Jenny Low Rise Distressed Mom Jeans
boohoo Jenny Low Rise Distressed Mom Jeans [40] ($26, originally $39)
Acne Studios Log Mid Blue Jeans
Acne Studios Log Mid Blue Jeans 32 Mid Blue Size: W 26 [41] ($320)
Asos Kimmi Shrunken Boyfriend Jean In Grace Wash With Rips
Asos Kimmi Shrunken Boyfriend Jean In Grace Wash With Rips [42] ($27, originally $53)
Utility Denim
The utility jumpsuit [43] is a one and done, go-getter look we're seeing cinched at the waist with a long belt strap. Make sure you invest in a comfortable iteration you'll never want to take off, and pair accordingly with heels. Think of this as your chance to jazz up the aviator uniform [44].
Asos Denim Boilersuit in Midwash Blue
Asos Denim Boilersuit in Midwash Blue [45] ($60, originally $76)
MiH Jeans Calman Wide-Leg Denim Jumpsuit
MiH Jeans Calman wide-leg denim jumpsuit [46] ($356)
Apiece Apart Flame Thrower Denim Jumpsuit
Apiece Apart Flame Thrower straight-leg denim jumpsuit [47] ($260, originally $372)
Genuine People Cinched Waist Denim Jumpsuit
Genuine People Cinched Waist Denim Jumpsuit [48] ($145)
Mom Jeans
While the mom jean trend [49] has been going strong for a few seasons now, that midwash, straight leg look is sticking around. Just try pairing them with dad sneakers [50] and a chunky knit, and you'll achieve the 2018 look in a snap.
Zara High Rise Mom Fit Jeans
Zara High Rise Mom Fit Jeans [51] ($40)
Asos Farleigh High Waist Slim Mom Jeans in Chayne Wash
Asos FARLEIGH High Waist Slim Mom Jeans in Chayne Wash [52] ($51)
BDG Mom Jean in Vintage Wash
BDG Mom Jean - Vintage Wash [53] ($59)
Topshop Petite Women's Mom Jeans
Topshop Petite Women's Mom Jeans [54] ($75)