Trends [1] always come back again, and in the denim [2] department, one particularly vibrant movement is alive and thriving once more: colored denim. That's right, a spectrum of happy hues and pale pastels are at the forefront of Spring — a nostalgic craze we truly hadn't anticipated returning with such vigor. As these things go, modern renditions prove refreshingly chic, done in a range of fits from voluminous flares to roomy straight legs and ankle-length skinnies (a memorable version we know you dabbled in way back when).
For forward effect, style with of-the-moment pieces like cowboy boots [3], optic white shoes, or a reworked button-down. If you're feeling emboldened, go monochrome by rocking a single hue head to toe (Danish It girls love this look). Keep an eye out for fresh details, too — raw hems, ultrahigh waists, and '90s-style distressing make for total cool.
Think you're game for the return of colored denim [4]? We plucked 15 pairs spanning the rainbow. Get vivid with it.
Punchy Pastel
Ganni's Paneled Jeans [5] ($395) are a punchy take on Spring's pretty pastel trend.
Red High Rise
AGOLDE's Riley High Rise Straight Crop Jeans [6] ($158) come with subtle distressing for a comfortable fit.
Say Yes to Yellow
We love these Citizens of Humanity Cara High-Rise Cigarette Ankle Jeans [7] ($198) in zippy yellow.
All About Aqua
Gap's Mid Rise True Skinny Ankle Jeans [8] ($80) are sleek-chic with optic white kitten heels.
Think Pale Pink
Frayed hems prevent DL1961's Hepburn High Rise Wide Leg [9] ($198) jeans from feeling too sweet.
Citrus Shades
Cotton Citizen's High Split Jeans in Sunny Yellow [10] ($295) look coolest with pointed-toe boots.
Lovely in Lavender
J Brand's Alana Photo Ready Skinny Jeans [11] ($228) are the perfect update to the fail-safe silhouette.
Rock It in Red
Universal Thread's Plus Size Straight Jeans [12] ($30) are proof that curves look ravishing in red.
Boldest Blue
If you're uneasy about straying too far from regular washes, Frame's Le High Skinny Raw-Edge Jeans in Coastal Blue [13] ($195) are perfect.
Lightest Lilac
It's Spring's hero shade, so go for Zara's High Waist Culotte Jeans in Lilac [14] ($50).
Bubblegum Pink
Paige's Raw Hem Hoxton Ankle Jean in Vintage Hot Pink [15] ($209) is anything but saccharine.
Live in Lemon Yellow
M.i.h's Caron High-Rise Cropped Wide-Leg Pants [16] ($250) are zippy in bright yellow.
Low-Slung Lavender
Cuffed casually at the hem, Isabel Marant Étoile's Forby Straight-Leg Jean [17] ($290) gives off a Parisian sensibility.
High-Impact Peach
The perfect slouchy skinny, Rag & Bone's High Rise Skinny Jeans [18] ($195) are a dream.
West Coast Red
Alice + Olivia's capsule collection of denim is all about a West Coast feel. Embrace the vibe with AO.LA's Good High Rise Ankle Skinny Jeans [19] ($250) in poppy red.