One thing was made quite evident by celebrities and influencers alike: Y2K style is making a major comeback. Brands have introduced so many updates on aughts fashion for this season that have essentially become impossible to ignore, and the trend has already carried over into the latter half of the year. As with many other styles, low rise jeans have recently seen a resurgence in favor.
Since everyone’s physique is unique, it’s impossible to generalize about how low-rise jeans should sit on a person’s body. Generally speaking, a pair of low rise jeans will have a rise of 7 to 8 inches in the front or 2 inches below the belly button. The way a pair of jeans fits depends on more than just the size and fit; other factors, such as the cut and the stretchiness, play a role as well. If you’re on the hunt for the right pair of jeans, keep an eye out for information about the front rise; nevertheless, it may take some experimentation to discover the appropriate low rise.
This year’s fashions include looser, baggier cuts with lengthy inseams and low rises that lie just below the waist. The new sizes are a lot more wearable, and if you’re searching for some sartorial inspo, there are plenty of great looks to steal from the runways and the fashion scene. The trendiest low rise jeans currently available are shown below.
BDG Ruched V-Front Flare Jean
The Ruched V-Front Flare Jean by BDG is a pair of jeans with a dipped-v waistband that are designed to seem like they were made during the Y2K era. Another great thing about them is that they have a low rise in the front and a narrow leg that extends out at the ankle. This is yet another reason to fall in love with them! These are the pinnacle throwback to a classic style, featuring a ruched front and a frayed waistline. You can find these jeans in brown, white, and washed black, as well as in different shades of blue.
GRLFRND Bella Low Rise Boyfriend
GRLFRND Denim creates garments with a focus on the wearer’s personality by merging one-of-a-kind features with vintage shapes. As a result, fading and whiskering are brought to the forefront in the design of the Bella Low Rise Boyfriend Jean thanks to its relaxed fit. These have been given a medium wash and include the traditional appearance of five pockets as well as a button fly.
AGOLDE Low Slung Baggy
AGOLDE, a brand that was reintroduced in 2014, often redoes its most beloved designs from the 80s by using figure-flattering cuts and denim that has been weathered to perfection. This season, the denim company is bringing back an old favorite with them: the low-slung baggy jeans! These incredibly charming jeans have a low rise that sits closer to the hips than usual, ultra-slouchy relaxed legs, and a medium blue hue that complements everything else in your wardrobe.
FRAME Le Baggy Palazzo
These jeans have a relaxed fit and wide legs, and it is meant to be worn low on the hips for a tailored but laid-back appearance. In an attempt to reduce the company’s impact on the environment, FRAME has used 15% recycled cotton in the production of this essential ultra-light denim. They have a more rigid feel, but they break into your shape for a highly personalized and extremely flattering fit, and they are available in six different washes: white, medium blue, ivory, light blue, and dark blue. Although they have a more rigid feel, they conform to your figure as it breaks in according to the brand.
One buyer explained in-depth, sharing, “These jeans are so chic. They are just as they are represented in the photos. True to size with a purposely baggy fit. I wear a US size 4 in jeans and purchased a size 28. I could have probably gone with a size 27 but wanted to make sure they had the perfect swag in their ‘bagginess’ and the 28 gave plenty!”
They added, “There is a little room for error in the sizing if, in doubt, I think. If I order them again I might try a size 27 to have a pair that is a tad more fitted. Fabric is soft and perfect weight, not thin nor overly thick. I loathe wearing jeans, but I enjoy wearing these.”
PacSun Light Blue Low Rise Cargo Flare Jean
PacSun’s new Light Blue Low Rise Cargo Flare Jeans are a great example of this season’s resurgence of the vintage fashion aesthetic. These light blue jeans are the epitome of style and comfort, with a flattering low rise, belt loops, side cargo pockets to store all your items and accessories. Additionally, there’s a stacked inseam that flares out at the bottom which is on trend with other low rise jeans on this list. Constructed from cotton, our favorite element about these is the adjustable belt which complements the overall design.
Lucky Brand Low Rise Super Wide Leg
A relaxed-fitting jean from the 1990s served as inspiration for Lucky Brand’s creation of the Low Rise Super Wide Leg style. You can create a cropped silhouette by wearing it with the belt high on your waist, or you can achieve a full-length appearance by wearing it draped low on your hips. The distressing around the knees and thighs of these trousers is undeniably the piece de resistance of this garment. Aside from that, they have quality as well as a little degree of stretchiness thanks to the comfort stretch that has just the appropriate amount to offer.
H&M Wide Low Waist Jeans
If you’re on a budget, these jeans from H&M will serve you well as a foundational item in your new season outfit. They come in four distinct hues, ranging from black to three different washes of blue, and have a vintage washed denim material, low rise design, and wide leg fit. Put together a basic yet stylish outfit by adding a cropped shirt and your favorite shoes.
“Actually the perfect pants I could not be more obsessed. I’m 5’10 and these were the perfect length, so if you’re shorter these will probably be way too long. Not super low-waisted but a little lower than mid-rise. Highly recommend,” one person notes. Another adds, “They are perfectly low-waisted and very comfortable and loose! They are a little bit long for me, but I don’t mind them scrunching up at the bottom.”
Milk It Wilderness Front-Cutout Jean
For a one-of-a-kind look, choose Milk it’s Wilderness Front-Cutout Jeans, which have woven cutouts at the front. These are a great pair of straight-leg, low-rise jeans that sit just above the ankle and have contrasting stitching throughout. In addition to the brand patch located on the back and the versatile white color, they are made from rigid denim that will become ever more comfortable to wear over the course of time.
American Eagle Low-Rise ’90s Straight Jean
When designing their Low-Rise ’90s Straight Jean, American Eagle did away with the traditional waistline. These trendy low-rise jeans come in a choice of a medium or light blue wash with a straight-leg cut that is sure to impress. The button and zipper fly on these are hidden, and there is little distressing overall.
“These jeans are exactly what I was looking for,” says one reviewer. “The rise is perfect, sits just below the belly button, not super low but just right. They do not have much stretch but are still a very comfortable jean. Love these!”
Skinnydip London Happy Face Print Low Rise Denim Jeans
Since Skinnydip London is recognized for producing the most entertaining and eccentric accessories and apparel, their take on the low rise jeans trend is undoubtedly one of the most distinctive. These quirky Happy Face Low Rise Jeans, which have a happy face pattern all throughout, are a great way to inject some personality into your existing denim collection. Belt loopholes, pockets in the front and back, and pockets on the loose flare all combine together to form a chic garment. For a flattering look, the brand suggests pairing them with a cropped tee or tank.
Cotton On Low Rise Straight Jean
In our minds, nothing says “90s nostalgia” quite like Cotton On’s Low Rise Straight Jean. These straight-leg jeans sit low on the hips and are made of stiff fabric that softens and breaks in with every use. The brand offers more than just the standard black and blue in terms of color and pattern options; there’s even a design with green swirls if you’re feeling adventurous.
Boohoo Pearl Embellished Low Waisted Relax Fit Jeans
This pair of low-rise jeans from Boohoo will help you channel the spirit of the new millennium and look like you came straight from the ’00s. This flattering silhouette is meant to sit low on the hips rather than at the narrowest part of the waist, drawing attention upwards to the upper body. The pearl embellishments are the icing on the cake here. Dress up these low rise jeans for the evening by pairing them with a sizzling bralette and crop top.
