16 November 2025

The Denim Edit: The Hottest Jeans This Winter — and How to Style Them

Hottest Jeans: Mother jeans | Wrap trench coat | Argyle sweater | Prada pumps | Veronica Beard bag

The Denim Edit: The Hottest Jeans This Winter — and How to Style Them

Denim is always a favorite topic here at So Susie, and for good reason, since so many great outfits start with the perfect pair of jeans! I’m always looking for my next pair of favorite jeans, and I think I found them 😊  After years of helping clients and friends one-on-one in the dressing room, I learned the importance of really getting your jeans right. And, while we don’t need hundreds of pairs, having several cool and modern styles is the key to making super stylish outfits.

Today’s post is a Denim Edit: the hottest jeans this winter, and how to style them. I’m sharing a list of the denim everyone will be wearing now and into next year. Along with embellished jeans to relaxed and wide-leg fits (such as barrel leg jeans), there will be a resurgence of slim and high waisted flares. Keep reading to discover the new “it” jean along, with the best winter denim trends, how to wear them, and why keeping your denim updated is so important. Cheers!

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These Are My Highest Recommendations

Left: Barbour jacket | Mother Hustler Roller | Middle: Peacoat, similar | Mother Hustler ankle | Right: Paige sweater | Paige Anessa

Top 5 jeans on constant rotation

#1 – Paige Anessa – “The jeans that fit everyone” — and it’s true, they really do fit everyone! The lighter washes are super stretchy, making them very comfortable. I prefer the 31″ which is a long length style. And, if you’re petite, many of the washes are available in a 29″ inseam. These black coated ones are new favorites, and I just picked up this new dark wash from Anthropologie.

#2 – Mother Hustler Roller (long length) – These might be the favorite pair of jeans in my closet! They’re available in a dark wash denim, as well as this perfect washed black color. They’re super flattering, and everyone loves them. If you’re petite, click here and here for options.

#3 – Madewell Pieced Barrel – Can’t say enough good things about Madewell barrel jeans, and the best part is they are available in petite sizes.

#4 – Mother Hustler Ankle – I’ve had these jeans for years, and they’re still one of my favorites. There are times when you want to wear a flat shoe like loafers or sneakers, and want a little ankle to show … these are the ones to grab. They’ve been best-sellers for years, and are a top-seller at Mother denim. Available here in petite sizes.

#5 – Here’s the new jean I just discovered: Mother Kick-It – A long length, straight leg jean that’s so flattering on! It’s helpful to have the inside scoop 😉 My Nordstrom Stylist friend shared that everyone who tries this jean on, buys it! You also know that when a brand adds a petite size, you know it’s a good one.

 

#1 Straight-Leg Jeans

Straight-leg jeans are a classic style that everyone should have in their denim collection. They work with every style of shoe: boots to sandals to flats (depending on the length you go with). They’re super slimming and you’ll have them for years to come.

Aritzia coat | Nordstrom sweater | Mother Kick-It jeans | Valentino slingbacks | Clutch | Brooch

Other options 

Everyone’s loving this new Kick-It jean, and now it’s available in a black wash too. Click here and here for petite sizes

Frame Le Sleek (ankle length) straight leg jeans – use code: SUSIE15 for 15% off

Frame The Vertical (long length) straight leg jeans

AGOLDE Harper – long length top rated jean

 

#2 Embellished Jeans

Sparkly jeans have made their way to the runways and street-style scene in recent months, and it’s the trend I’m most excited about. I’ve been on the lookout for a long time, and just discovered several pairs I love! See below for my recs.

Aritzia coat | Cinq a Sept top | Rag & Bone crystal jeans | Sandals | Cult Gaia clutch

Other options 

Pistola Lexi – black wash – love these, and they’re available in petite sizes here

Frame black jeans – straight leg

Use code: Susie15 to get 15% off at Cinq á Sept

 

#3 Wide-Leg Jeans

The wide-leg jean continues to be a mainstay when it comes to denim, and I find it to be one of the most versatile styles available. If you add a blazer or nice jacket, you’ll instantly feel polished and put together. Wide-leg jeans also look amazing with boots, sneakers and casual jackets or sweaters. These are your go-to-everyday jeans.

J.Crew coat | Cinq a Sept sweater | Mother jeans | Sam Edelman boots | Clutch | Earrings

Other options 

Rag & Bone Sofie – a best-selling wide leg jean, available in a featherweight denim, and printed cotton

Paige Anessa

Frame Le Slim Palazzo

AG Saige

Mother Hustler Roller

 

#4 Soft Barrel Jeans

Yep it’s true, everyone’s wearing a version of this jean! This season, look for more toned down versions like this one from Mother. I think they look best when showing a little ankle, with a slingback or flat shoe. And, when the weather changes, they’re great with a slim, not-too-chunky style of boot.

Reiss wool coat | J.Crew button up | Mother Half Pipe jeans | Bracelet | Bag | Slingbacks

Other options 

Paige Arellia

Madewell Pieced Barrel jeans

Rag & Bone crystal

Mother Half-Pipe

 

#5 Leather and Coated Styles

There’s something about leather or coated denim that looks so luxe this time of year. The best part is you can dress them up with heels and a nice blouse, and they look so chic with flats and a cozy sweater

Reiss coat | Floral sweater | Coated jeans | Boots | YSL clutch | Earrings

Other options 

L’agence Dark Malbec coated jeans

Paige Anessa wide-leg black coated 

Frame leather Reboot

 

Bonus: Travel Sweatpants Jeans

Use my code: SUSIE15 to get 15% off your order

Miramar jeans | Poncho | Cardigan | Sweatshirt | Turtleneck sweater | Blue button up & Miramar pants & Metallic shoes | Miramar dark jeans

Accessories: Suede loafers | Gold earrings | Leopard slingbacks | Suede bag

What’s the big deal about the Miramar collection? Well, where do I begin?! It’s basically printed cotton terry fabric that looks like denim, but feels like cozy sweatpants. I know it sounds crazy, but trust me, it really is that good! Some of the best pieces include the sweatpants (herehere and here). And, If you want a matching set, look at this popover and matching pant. See the new collection here.

Right now, Rag & Bone just got a new collection and it’s one of the best they’ve ever put together. I just spotted this new poncho, these striped pants, this gorgeous blouse, these wear-with-everything ponte ankle pants and these gorgeous knee boots.

Thank you for reading xx

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