Long gone are the days when a pair of jeans was just a pair of jeans. Now available in countless styles, from cigarette to wide leg, and a plethora of washes and colours, our trusty denim has become so much more than a wardrobe staple. In their many guises, jeans are often the backbone of many a stylish outfit – a message that shone through on the catwalks of Spring/Summer 2018.
We may be stating the blatantly obvious here but there's no such thing as having too many pairs of jeans. So with this more-is-more mantra in mind, we're coveting every style of jean that Uniqlo stocks this spring. Each of their five different styles is on-trend, wearable and versatile and comes in a range of different washes – and with prices starting at £24.90, choosing just the one pair will be nigh on impossible.
While a great pair of jeans is always sublime when paired with the perfect tee, Uniqlo's denim collection lends itself to pretty much every trend that SS18 has to offer. So don't settle for the same outfit day after day; read on for five looks guaranteed to raise your spring style game.
The Rebellious Statement
In 2018, speaking your mind and standing up for what you believe in is the coolest thing you can do. And you’re not alone, as designers around the globe are tapping into the current mood in the form of some pretty inspiring slogan T-shirts, meaning you can make a statement without even opening your mouth. Teamed with these high-rise cigarette jeans from Uniqlo (maybe the chicest silhouette around), a leather jacket and some killer black boots, this look is the modern incarnation of the outspoken, rebellious rock chick.
Styling Tips
Tuck in your T-shirt to accentuate the high-waisted jeans and keep the silhouette streamlined.
Matrix -style sunglasses, while not the easiest to pull off, are THE shape for spring.
Uniqlo, $34.9, available at Uniqlo
The Canadian Tuxedo
Nothing will give you SS18 fashion credentials quite like a modern interpretation of the Canadian tuxedo aka double denim. An unadulterated nod to the '90s, dark denim is the wash to go for when pairing like with like. Ensure the cut is clean and crisp with starchy silhouettes like these High Rise Boyfriend jeans, which offer a contemporary take on this vintage-inspired look. They’re also one of the most flattering styles, thanks to the high waist.
Styling Tips
Ensure you pull dark denim into this look to keep it feeling more modern and less midwest.
Team with the footwear of the season, cowboy boots. White ones show that you have your style credentials in place.
Uniqlo, $24.9, available at Uniqlo
The Good Sport
Sports-inspired fashion (ie sportswear that goes nowhere near the gym) continues to reign supreme this spring. From parkas, polos and hoodies to plastic coats, bum bags and retro trainers, many an interpretation of sportswear sashayed down the catwalk. Whichever look is for you, pair with Uniqlo’s slimline EZY jeans to balance out all the layering and clashing going on up top. And thanks to the pile lining, ribbed and drawstring waist, they're as soft as sweatpants – so you'll feel like you could hit the gym, even if you're really tucked up in the pub.
Styling Tips
Layer, layer, layer. With this look, more is more.
It's all about the bum bag this season. To ensure you don’t look like an extra from Saved by the Bell, throw over one shoulder, rather than around the waist.
Uniqlo, $34.9, available at Uniqlo
The '80s Had It
The original supermodels basically broke the internet last September when they showed up at Versace, proving they've still got it in matching gold sequinned numbers. Eighties madness ensued, in every way, shape and form it fashionably could. For those who want to keep it more minimalist and less Dynasty, we say go with these super skinny Ultra Stretch jeans in stonewash, which maintain their shape wear after wear. After all, what's more '80s than stonewash? Well, apart from a power shoulder...
Styling Tips
Always team with some killer stilettos, either in the shoe colour du jour, white, or an '80s pastel.
Go clashy; pink and red have never looked so good together.
Uniqlo, $34.9, available at Uniqlo
The Ever-Chic French Girl
Us Brits will never lose our admiration for French girls' ability to make literally anything look chic. And while many believe their sartorial nonchalance is simply impossible to recreate, don’t give up yet. Jeans are your basic starting point (as well as artfully undone hair, of course) and this spring, expect the on-trend wide leg jean to play a starring role in Parisian street style. Trust us and buy a pair. The Uniqlo High Rise Wide Jean is feminine, flattering and an incredibly versatile cut; team with a Breton top, a beret and backless loafers, et voilà! You're ready to jump on the Eurostar.
Styling Tips
Keep makeup to a minimum, even when applying a red lip – ensure it’s toned down and more of a stain.
Whatever you do, less is more. The French Girl look must seem effortless.
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