The best wide-leg jeans are those that fit perfectly, with hemlines that hit your shoes at just the right point. When shopping for the perfect pair, note the difference between a wide-leg jean and flared or palazzo counterparts. Classic wide legs are consistently roomy through the entire leg, offering just enough volume without feeling theatrical.
The bagginess of a wide-leg silhouette breathes freshness into any outfit, with a nonchalance that feels both elevated and cool. Cropped versions (which flatter petite frames) feel more casual and, by flashing a bit of ankle, are ideal for showcasing a great shoe, like a chunky loafer or mesh ballet flat. If you crave drama, go for an ultra-voluminous palazzo. This silhouette fits snugly at the hips with loose, wide legs that flare out from the waist and often entirely conceal footwear.
From cuffed and tailored to styles for petite and tall frames, scroll to shop 26 of the best wide-leg jeans currently on offer.
Vogue’s guide to the best wide-leg jeans:
- Best clean & classic: Everlane The Way-High Sailor Jeans, £122
- Best high-rise: Citizens Of Humanity Paloma Wide-Leg Baggy Jeans, £300
- Best low-rise: Arket Cloud Low Loose Jeans, £97
- Best for petites: Agolde Ren High-Rise Cropped Straight Jeans, £310
- Best for tall: Bottega Veneta High-Rise Boyfriend Trousers, £900
- Best cropped: Frame Le Low Baggy Wide-Leg, £280
- Best cuffed: L’Agence Miley Cuffed Jeans, £325
- Best pleated: Nili Lotan Flora Trouser Jeans, £455
- Best mid-rise: Cos Volume Jeans, £95
- Best vintage wash: Nudie Jeans Clean Eileen Vintage Dreams, £145
- Best black: Cos Wide Tide Jeans, £85
Best clean & classic wide-leg jeans
Embrace clean, classic washes, from indigo to true blue.
Best wide-leg jeans for petites
While there are carefully-crafted petite jeans available, don’t hesitate to alter regular styles if you find a great pair.
Best wide-leg jeans for tall people
Look no further than jeans specialist 7 For All Mankind for jeans made with taller people in mind.
Best wide-leg jeans with a mid-rise
Slouchy and oversized shapes steer mid-rise waists into modern territory.
Best pleated wide-leg jeans
Pleats bring an extra dose of polish for dressier outfits or the office.
Best cropped wide-leg jeans
The ultimate laid-back take on the wide-leg silhouette.
Best low-rise wide-leg jeans
Far from Aughts styles, modern low-rise jeans are the perfect balance of relaxed and elevated.
Best cuffed wide-leg jeans
Another fresh-take on a throwback detail.
Best high-rise wide-leg jeans
High-rise jeans are a timeless, flattering fit.
Best cargo wide-leg jeans
This is how you get your cargo fix the denim way.
Best wide-leg jeans with a double waistband
This subtle detail instantly transforms classic wide-legs into a modern staple.
Best wide-leg jeans with a vintage wash
The ultimate choice for a retro feel.
Best black wide-leg jeans
No wardrobe should be without a pair of black wide-leg jeans.
