What Style of Jeans Are on Trend Right Now?
Author: Stylist and brand team at Tellar
Date: 2025
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What Style of Jeans Are on Trend Right Now?
Wide-Legged, Straight, Slim-to-Flare Cuts Are Leading the Way in 2025
The denim world is constantly evolving, and in 2025, it's clear that structure, silhouette, and comfort are driving the biggest style shifts. Gone are the days when one dominant jean ruled the high street. Today, fashion-forward denim blends vintage inspiration with modern tailoring, and the leading trend is clear: jeans that are slim through the thigh and gently flare from the knee or calf.
Known by different names—slim flare, straight-flare, wide-leg flare, or sculpted flare—this hybrid style is universally flattering and incredibly versatile. It combines the sleekness of a fitted upper leg with the drama and movement of a wider hem.
So, what’s trending right now in the UK, and how do you find the right cut and size without trial and error? Let’s break it down.
1. Slim-Through-the-Thigh, Flared-at-the-Calf Jeans
This is the most dominant silhouette of the year. Think:
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A snug fit from hip to knee
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A soft flare that starts from the calf
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A subtle nod to the ‘70s, updated for a cleaner, modern look
These jeans are being styled with everything from silk blouses and oversized knits to sharp tailored blazers. Whether cropped above the ankle or full-length, they’re elongating, slimming, and work on almost every body shape—especially when paired with a block heel or platform.
Brands currently offering great versions of this style include:
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Reiss – polished tailoring with mid-rise and flattering stretch
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Mango – softer silhouettes with a true-to-size fit
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Massimo Dutti – more structured flares with a tailored waist
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Marks & Spencer – cropped slim flares that suit both petite and tall frames
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2. Wide-Leg Straight Flare Jeans
This cut is looser overall—wide through the leg and falling straight or flaring out from the hip. Popularised by Gen Z and seen across streetwear and minimalist trends, it’s about volume with flow.
Key characteristics:
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High-rise waist
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Relaxed or straight fit through thigh
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A gentle flare or full width from knee downward
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Often styled with tucked-in shirts or fitted tops to balance the volume
Ideal for:
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Apple and pear shapes who need room in the hips
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Hourglass figures when paired with structured tops
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Tall or long-legged body types—but petite cuts are now widely available
Brands like ASOS, Weekday, and Zara are driving this trend hard. Oversized denim is no longer just slouchy—it’s fashion-forward and surprisingly flattering when you get the fit right.
3. Which Style Is Right for Your Body?
A quick guide based on fit:
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Petite figures: Look for cropped slim flares or tailored straight-flares to avoid overwhelming your frame
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Curvier lower bodies: Choose soft, stretchy slim flares with high waists to highlight your shape
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Athletic builds: Try wide-leg straight flares to add shape and volume
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Tall frames: Full-length wide-leg flares look sleek and effortless
Of course, all of this only works if you’re wearing the right size for your body.
And that’s where Tellar.co.uk comes in.
Find Your Exact Jeans Size with Tellar.co.uk
Because not all flares fit the same
Even with the perfect style in mind, shopping online for jeans is frustrating. Every store sizes differently. Your waist might fit, but the hips are too tight—or the thighs are right, but the waistband gaps.
Tellar.co.uk solves this instantly.
How it works:
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Enter your body measurements (waist, hips, chest)
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Or enter a known size from a store that fits you
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Choose any of 1,500+ brands
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Tellar shows you your best-matching jeans size in real-time, including fit notes like “runs small” or “generous on hips”
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No guesswork—just the right size, every time
Why This Matters for Trending Cuts
Flared styles are beautiful when they fit correctly—but they fall apart when the proportions are off.
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Too tight on the thigh? You lose the intended shape.
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Too short? The flare loses its elegance.
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Too big at the waist? It won’t stay up, especially with stretch denim.
That’s why Tellar doesn’t just recommend a generic UK 14 or 16. It compares your body to each brand’s actual sizing data, from Zara to Reiss to H&M, ensuring that your trendy jeans look tailored to you.
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