Wide-Leg Jeans Are Fashion’s Favorite Denim Style for the Summer—And I Found the Chicest Pair From Old Navy for $28
We’re living in a fashion era where trends come and go at lightning speed, and honestly, it can be hard to keep up. But amid the constant cycle of what’s in and what’s out, one style has remained surprisingly consistent: wide-leg jeans. Whether they’re high-rise, mid-rise, low-rise, slouchy, or tailored, the denim silhouette has proven its staying power season after season. Street style stars around the world continue to make the case for the pant this summer, pairing them with everything from a simple white tee and loafers for a casual-chic office vibe to a ruffled tank and kitten heels for a dressier moment. Seeing them everywhere lately has felt like a sign that I need to be wearing wide-leg jeans more.305pics//Getty ImagesGetty ImagesMaybe I’m biased, but wide-leg jeans might just be the ultimate denim style. They work with nearly every aesthetic and for so many occasions. The wide leg creates an almost trouser-like effect, draping effortlessly over shoes and instantly making an outfit look more elevated. Plus, they come in an endless variety of washes and colors, from light washes to deep gray to crisp white pairs that practically beg to be worn all summer long.Right now, though, I have my eye on this pair from Old Navy, which is currently 30% off, bringing the price down to just $28. For a pair of jeans? In this economy?! Needless to say, they landed in my cart almost immediately. What really sold me is that they come in three inseam lengths—Short, Regular, and Long—which is a major win for my 4'11" self. And the inclusive size range from 00 to 30, makes it an easier yes!I also found these styles, and they’re definitely coming home with me…Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
