Your New-Season Denim Guide

A classic straight-leg is one of the most timeless denim styles to own and will give whatever you pair them with classic appeal. The Elliot comes with a high waistband and slim cut through the hips, creating an elongated silhouette. The higher rise also offers additional comfort (no gaping when bending down) and ease of tucking in T-shirts. Note the pressed front crease, which gives the style extra polish.

Although straight-leg denim can be worn any which way, there’s an undeniable ’90s minimalistic appeal that still feels oh-so-relevant. Look to the enduring style of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy and layer a relaxed-fit white cotton shirt over the top. Slim leather boots – or loafers – chime with the pared-back tone. Of course, you can finish with your trench.

Flares have proven that they’re so much more than a retro throwback. Choose a subtle kick and it’s the perfect silhouette to add a sense of low-key glamour to your day-to-day staples. The best-selling Rowan is crafted from soft, stretch denim for a holding fit and comes in five versatile washes, including green rinse, a contemporary take on classic indigo.

While the more expected way of styling flares is to lean into their ’70s aesthetic – and you certainly won’t go wrong by adding a bohemian blouse and basket bag in the summer – they work equally well when used to soften the masculine edge of a wool blazer. Add your Chelsea boots and a cashmere knit for an easy pre-spring look.

Having been in the style spotlight for several seasons now, wide-legs are cemented as a staple silhouette. The trick is to reach for a cut that’s relaxed without being overly baggy. The Nessa strikes that balance perfectly with an easy fit through the hips and wearable volume through the legs. We love the large back pockets – a particularly flattering detail.

V-shaped necklines are big for the coming season and work especially well with a wide-leg. The look is more sleek than preppy, so slip a white crewneck tee underneath your jumper for an artfully layered look. Complete your outfit with black ankle boots and consider your daily smart/casual uniform updated.

If there’s one way to give your denim drawer an instant new-season update, it’s to lean into turn-ups. While super-wide cuffs were a hit on the catwalks, the Mia jeans have a more wearable width that can be integrated into your everyday look. They also have a cropped length, making them ideal with your long boots now and slip-on loafers come spring.

Tapping into a western mood, double denim has a refreshed sense of relevance this season. Take this as a cue to team your jeans with a classic denim shirt. This look works best when different washes are worn together; a darker shirt will give the entire outfit a smarter feel. Don’t forget a leather belt – an elevating detail that makes all the difference.