Denim will forever be a big part of our wardrobes, and that's not changing in 2018. But if you want to get a little inventive with your look, you might need to look beyond the jeans already in your drawer. We scouted the runways and have kept our eyes on the street to uncover the designs that you probably don't already own. It might take some warming up to these extraordinary silhouettes, so read up on them one by one, or jump ahead to the denim trend you know about and can't wait to shop.
There's the 2018 way to wear your actual track pants, and then there's the denim sweat — the style that's so baggy you'll feel immediately at ease. Let your denim "sweatpants" pool to the floor, and show just a hint of your shoe from underneath them.
The ultra cuff can mean a pair of pants folded past the shin, or a contrasted, lighter wash roll. Y/Project even offers a silhouette with fake cuffs affixed up and down the leg. We say go big or go home.
Y/Project Layered High-rise Straight-leg Jeans - Mid denim ($360, originally $515)
Long, bohemian-inspired denim skirts are covered in embroidery or sequins. But if you're not the feminine type and you prefer denim pants, you can invest in intricate stitching or beaded detail down the leg.
Alice + Olivia Libbie Embellished Midlength Skirt ($220, originally $550)
Many high end brands, like Balenciaga and Vetements, are churning out designs made to look off-kilter. But you can also go about the look in your own way. If you have a denim jacket, try switching up the buttons.
KENDALL + KYLIE Vintage Safety Pin Boyfriend Jeans ($117, originally $195)
Deconstructed denim is quite a sight to see — especially from far away. Think about shopping for surprising patchwork effects, obscurely placed rips, and affixed ruffles that don't quite belong. Really, deconstructed denim just looks "off," — in the best way possible — so complete your look with a minimal tee to draw attention to your prized piece.
Asos Deconstructed Straight Leg Jeans with Rips and Extreme Stepped Hem ($24, originally $60)
Call them boyfriend jeans, but low slung jeans don't have to be particularly loose if you prefer more structure. These were made for pulling styling tricks like the half tuck, where you reveal a smidgen of your belt from underneath a slouchy top.
boohoo Jenny Low Rise Distressed Mom Jeans ($26, originally $39)
Asos Kimmi Shrunken Boyfriend Jean In Grace Wash With Rips ($27, originally $53)
The utility jumpsuit is a one and done, go-getter look we're seeing cinched at the waist with a long belt strap. Make sure you invest in a comfortable iteration you'll never want to take off, and pair accordingly with heels. Think of this as your chance to jazz up the aviator uniform.
Apiece Apart Flame Thrower straight-leg denim jumpsuit ($260, originally $372)
While the mom jean trend has been going strong for a few seasons now, that midwash, straight leg look is sticking around. Just try pairing them with dad sneakers and a chunky knit, and you'll achieve the 2018 look in a snap.