7 Summer Denim Trends Our Editors Are Wearing Everywhere

Great news: Summer’s biggest denim trends are just as wearable as they are chic. Even the most out-there silhouettes (say, barrel jeans and baggy jorts) require little effort to style well, and everything has a relaxed, retro attitude to complement the hot, hazy season ahead. Wide-leg jeans are still holding strong as the reigning silhouette, whether you wear them cuffed, cut below the knee, or with sculpted seams. But if you really want to get ahead of things, keep reading; I’ve got all the intel on the summer 2025 denim trends you need to try this season, plus styling tips to get you started.

Glamour’s summer denim trends wish list

1. Long jorts

After they started to trend last summer, it’s clear that oversized jorts are poised to reign supreme in 2025. (Trust me: When the Copenhagen girls are into something, it’s basically guaranteed to jump over here in a year or two, and Skall Studio, OpéraSport, and Han Kjøbenhavn all showed this silhouette for summer.) These extra-long pairs perform exactly the same function as midi-skirts with even more coverage and movement. Just forget the mistakes of the ’90s and ’00s; style your pair with a slinky tank top and slim loafers or go with a graphic tee and knee-high boots that just kiss the hemline—perfection.

2. Denim midis

While I’ll always have a place in my heart for denim minis, longer is chicer these days. Playing into the preppy trend that’s dominating fashion right now, these denim skirts walk the line between casual and dressy—perfect for the office or a nice brunch. I love seeing midis styled with a simple button-down shirt and a pair of slingback kitten heels; go with a chambray shirt or a jean jacket for a denim-on-denim moment. It doesn’t take much more to get dressed for most occasions, from dinner dates to birthday parties, and the airflow will come in clutch this summer.

3. Barrel jeans

Barrel jeans might look difficult to pull off, but when they hit, they hit. The curved, wide-leg silhouette lends an editorial edge to any outfit, making even the simplest pieces in your collection—airy blouses, light cardigans, plain tees—pop. To offset its extreme volume, keep everything above the waist more fitted, and don’t feel the need to go overboard on layers or accessories; your jeans can do all the talking. Start small with the first two options or go all in with the more sculptural picks below.

4. Ivory denim

While white jeans are always welcome this time of year, it’s the specific shade that’s unique right now. Optic white is out; ivory, bone, and ecru are in. These more lived-in tones feel a little more relaxed (and stain-resistant) than the blinding whites you’ve worn in previous years, and they fit in better with the earthy, sun-baked palette that’s taking over fashion right now. Choose any trendy silhouette you like; they all look good in cream.

5. Large cuffs

All the best-dressed people I know (including me) are going big on jeans with thick, single-fold cuffs. The simple styling trick helps long jeans fit a little better, sure, but the true appeal is the relaxed yet elegant look that’s refined enough for meetings and chill enough for running errands. I recommend a wide-leg silhouette that’s at least two inches longer than your ankles; fold up the hem so it’ll just skim the tops of your shoes, and you’re good to go. These overlong pairs are specifically designed to be cuffed, and the effect basically screams summer.

6. Flared silhouettes

After a few years in fashion jail, flared jeans are working their way back into the zeitgeist. I promise it’ll be better this time around. Taking cues from the exaggerated flares of the ’70s, this modernized silhouette is a little more understated: It’s still tight through the knees and loose at the ankles, but not too dramatic for everyday wear. (Just ask Dakota Johnson.) Avoid sneakers in favor of boots and heels, which tuck nicely under the extra room at the hem and provide a bit of height that (literally and sartorially) elevates the cut.

7. Long, wide legs

At this point, there’s no question: Wide-leg jeans are here to stay. Houses like Chanel, Bottega Veneta, and Ralph Lauren sent them down the runway for summer, but you don’t need a luxury label (or Jennifer Lopez) to tell you that this silhouette is en vogue. Take a look down any city street and you’ll get the picture. While it’s still possible to get too wide, the look right now is extra-roomy. It’s a fine line, but these picks will show off your favorite sneakers or ballet flats without swallowing you whole. Perfection.