Winter Denim Guide: 4 Styles Women Need

Denim is one of those wardrobe staples that we reach for throughout each season of the year. As the winter temperatures drop, jeans are a great choice for their added warmth and their sturdy fabrics that hold up to the elements.

Right now, there are so many profiles to choose from. Finding the right silhouette is the first step to creating an outfit that feels fresh and stylish. Today, we are sharing our Winter Denim Guide, featuring four denim styles we think every woman should consider adding to her winter wardrobe: wide-leg, bootcut, straight-leg, and barrel-leg jeans.

Winter Denim Guide: 4 Styles Women Need

Wide-Leg Jeans: A Modern Winter Denim Favorite

The Wide-Leg Jean is a favorite for good reason. The silhouette mimics a trouser and the leg profile is comfortable. This style is one that is the most versatile- dressing this up or down. Pair with sweaters, blazers or blouses. Wear your heeled footwear with a wide-leg jean- think block heel, kitten heel, bootie and a pointed or square toe for a polished look. From the choices below, we added a variety of washes and colors. The Pistola Penny Wide-Leg Utility in Claret and the Banana Republic Icon Classic are favorites of Bev’s because of their longer inseams. The Paige Annessa is another favorite of both of ours.

Paige Annessa High Waist

7 For All Mankind Modern Dojo High Waist

Banana Republic Icon Classic Wide-Leg

Kut From the Kloth Wide-Leg

Pistola Penny Wide-Leg Utility Jeans

Bootcut Jeans: A Timeless Style That Always Works

Some denim styles never really go out of fashion like the bootcut jean. With a fitted shape through the hips and thighs and a subtle flare at the bottom, bootcut jeans create a classic silhouette that works beautifully with many different tops and shoes.

They are a great choice during the winter months since they pair so well with booties, heeled boots and other winter footwear. For a polished holiday look, choose a dark wash, deep color or a velvet fabric. Check out the chocolate velvet pair by 7 for All Mankind and the black pair by Joe’s Jeans. Bev has worn the Joe’s Jeans Hi Honey Curvy Bootcut for years. The longer inseam is great for women with long legs. To get a comfortable fit, Bev sizes up in this brand.

7 for All Mankind-Chocolate Velvet

Pistola Dakota High Waist Bootcut

Mother Weekend High Waist Stretch Denim Bootcut

Mother The Hustler Roller Sneak Flare Leg

Joe’s Jeans Hi Honey Curvy Bootcut Jeans

Straight-Leg Jeans: The Everyday Denim Essential

Here is another style that should be in every woman’s closet. This truly classic and uncomplicated silhouette is easy to style and wear throughout the year.

The straight-leg jean is neither too tight or loose, it’s a pair you will reach for on repeat. For winter, we love the dark washes. We can’t say enough how versatile this jean profile is. Right now, Madewell has two that you should check- The Jules Ankle Slim Straight and the Longline Straight Jean. Our friend, Deb, bought both of these pair to update her denim and they looked great on her. And she bought them to wear in Florida for the winter.

Pistola Lexi High Waist Ankle Straight

Madewell The Longline Straight Jean

Madewell The Jules Ankle Slim Straight

Joe’s Jeans The Margot High Waist Straight Leg

Barrel-Leg Jeans: A Trend Worth Trying

Probably three years ago, we were in Banana Republic and bought a pair of barrel-leg jeans, before they were so popular. They were so comfortable and fun to style. Click here to go to that post. Since then, they have become a trend worth exploring.

The profiles range from a wide leg to a slimmed down look. When styling, keep in mind the curve of the pant proportioned to the top to let the jean make the statement. A simple top- think turtleneck, cropped sweater. Barrel-leg jeans look great with an ankle boot or a kitten heel. Keep the footwear streamlined to compliment the jean.

Try this look to add a modern profile to your jean collection. Hesitant to jump in- find a slimmer profile leg and a dark wash and have fun.

Madewell Barrel-Leg Jean

Pistola Beau High Waist Ankle Barrel

Madewell Darted Barrel-Leg Jean

Frame The Bow High Waist Barrel

Styling Ideas for Each Denim Profile

Wide-Leg Jeans Outfit Idea

Blouse | Earrings | Jacket | Bracelet | Wide-leg Denim | Belt | Purse | Slingback

Bootcut Denim Outfit Ideas

Jacket | Earrings | Top | Top | Belt | Bootcut Jeans | Purse | Slingback

Straight-Leg Denim Outfit Inspiration

Earrings | Coat | Sweater | Jeans | Belt | Purse | Booties

Barrel-leg Denim Outfit Ideas

Sweater | Earrings | Sweater | Belt | Denim | Denim | Bootie | Purse | Sneaker

Thank you for joining us here- we hope this denim guide helps if you are looking to refresh your denim wardrobe.

Bev and Val

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