Autumn is officially here in the UK, and I’ve already packed away my breezy linen trousers and flowy cotton skirts to make room for the jeans that I’ll be wearing from now until next spring. We all probably have a favourite pair that we always turn to, no matter the season or occasion. However, it can never hurt to invest in a slightly more trend-led pair that will freshen up an outfit. And there’s no better time to start looking than autumn, with every brand from high-street to designer releasing new styles, silhouettes, and denim washes for the new season.
And if you’re anything like me and a little bit stuck on which jeans trends to both add into your wardrobe and let go of in 2025, I’ve got you covered. Last week, when I was in the office, I asked my fellow Who What Wear UK editors which jeans trends they find a little bit dated as well as the fresher styles they’ll be opting for instead. And for 2025 specifically, it’s all about elegant neutral hues, intentional silhouettes, and elevated minimalist features that allow your jeans outfits to feel modern without the fear that they’ll go out of style anytime soon.
So if you’re also looking for the answer to which jeans you should invest in for autumn 2025 and beyond, our editors have done the legwork below. Keep scrolling to discover the 6 dated jeans trends we’re passing on this season, plus the 6 that we’ll be wearing instead.
Jeans Trends Our Editors Feel Are Outdated, and 6 They’ll Be Wearing Instead
1. Pausing: Light-Wash Jeans
Wearing: Dark-Wash Jeans
“This autumn, I’m ditching light wash denim in favour of dark, indigo styles. I reported on the rise of this colour trend recently, and how it possesses a chic, heritage, and even Parisienne feel. I want to tap into this, as the dark hue looks much more expensive than cloud blue tones, and will pair beautifully with dark chocolates, burgundy tones, and mixed metal jewellery as the darker months close in.” – Sophie Robyn Watson, Acting Fashion Editor
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