The best baggy jeans for Bieber-inspired style
Make like Justin Bieber and A$AP Rocky and reach for a pair of louche and luxurious baggy jeans
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In this TikTok-ruled era of style, we've all been shamed out of our once-beloved skinny jeans. Now, your straight-leg alternatives might not cut the mustard either. With baggy jeans stomped down runways and dominating the wardrobes of world-famous style icons, the theme of Autum/Winter '23 is clear – the baggier, the better. With baggy jeans steadily take over our newsfeeds, a place in our own wardrobes feels like the natural next step.
As one of the first to hop on the trend, seeing Justin Bieber donning an obscene amount of denim might have originally caused you to double-take. But a revolutionary denim style, baggy jeans are not. With their roots in ‘90s skatewear, the baggy jean has been threatening a return for many seasons now, turning heads ever since Demna Gvasalia debuted them for Balenciaga in 2015. Having spent the past few years relying heavily on loungewear, it seems only fitting that the baggy jean would hit their stride now, at a time when none of us can fathom leaving our soft, cotton-clad tracksuit ensembles to squeeze into a pair of skinnies. Picked up and canonised by the likes of A$AP Rocky, baggy jeans utilise our renewed penchant for comfort whilst riding a major style wave — nay, tsunami — of ’90s nostalgia that has been crashing up against the world of fashion for years.
So, if you're looking to stray from the narrow-minded, narrow-legged denim of your closet's past, the flattering and nostalgic cut of the almighty baggy jean awaits. From voluminous, anti-fashion statement picks to more wearable takes by Cos and Levi's, there's a baggy jean out there for every style, 'fit and feel. As the saying goes, go big or go home…
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1/14Levi's
As their name suggests, Levi’s Hella Baggy skate jeans are, well, hella baggy. Shy and retiring types need not apply – these gargantuan grey rinse slacks will draw more than a few admiring eyes. But if turning heads is your thing, they’ll be right up your street, with a parachuting silhouette that takes '90s style to the extreme. Nailing nostalgic trends, they’re crafted with Levi’s expertise in denim fabrication and fit, so will also last you long after the baggy boom dies down. Spoiler: it won’t. £100. At levi.com, asos.com & ssense.com
2/14Loewe
Blending the virtual world with the physical one, these wide-leg jeans from Loewe look like something straight outta Minecraft. Made in Italy, they come in a classic blue colour scheme and are detailed with pixelated graphics throughout. Three pockets feature along the sides and back, the latter of which is elevated with a premium black leather patch that’s finely debossed with the Spanish house’s iconic logo. £875. At matchesfashion.com
3/14Carhartt WIP
Since the 1800s, jeans have played a leading role in the world of workwear, so there’s no way you can talk about the best baggy denim without bringing up the ‘Nash’ by Carhartt WIP. Released as part of the Detroit imprint’s latest collection, these are painted a traditional blue hue with stud detailing throughout. Around the back, you’ll spot the label's heart emblem that was first introduced in 1889. £120. At matchesfashion.com
4/14Mihara Yasuhiro
While Mihara Yasuhiro is known more for its extremely chunky sneakers, its jean game is also on point. Take this piece, for example. Featuring a unique two-tone look, one half is coloured in an off-black and acid-washed for a vintage vibe, whilex the other is dyed in indigo. Deconstructed labels are stitched on the left pocket for an avant-garde aesthetic, and the rear is decorated with brown suede panelling. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, you find out that this is crafted in Japan, where some of the world’s best denim is created. £600. At matchesfashion.com
5/14Cos
Minimalist hero of the high street, Cos has just the pair for those looking to start off small before going full-Bieber. In a washed black tone, these baggy jeans are louche but simple, and have been sustainably crafted from a blend of recycled and organic cotton, thereby providing ease and comfort to both you and the planet. £89. cos.com
6/14Vetements
Unleash your inner animal with these leopard print jeans from Vetements. The Swiss luxury brand is known globally for its eye-catching designs, but this might just be one of its most astonishing inventions yet. Equipped with custom silver buttons and an extra wide leg, it’s really not for the faint of heart. But if you’re feeling brave, slip on a graphic T-shirt and a very, very big leather jacket for an even more head-turning ensemble. £1,250. At mrporter.com
7/14Represent
For over a decade, Manchester’s very own Represent has done everything it can to make some of the best denim that streetwear has to offer, and for its latest collection, it might have just cracked the code. Crafted with a baggy fit and a heavy vintage wash, the R3 Cargo Denim is constructed from a premium cotton blend and fitted with ten (yes, ten) pockets to store all of your essentials — and then some. £190. representclo.com
8/14Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent once said that his biggest regret was not inventing blue jeans. Fast forward to today, and the Parisian fashion house’s ‘Extreme Baggy’ takes this classic piece and improves it in every way, shape, and form. Boasting a straight-leg silhouette that gently hangs over your legs, it’s finished with a washed effect and infused with Creative Director Anthony Vacarello’s signature rebellious touches throughout. £730. At selfridges.com
9/14Pull & Bear
Owning a pair of Justin Bieber-esque baggy jeans seems like a bit of a luxury, but thanks to Pull & Bear, it doesn’t have to be. Made for those who skate and those who pretend they can, this piece keeps it seriously simple and seriously stealthy. Delivered in a vintage finish, they’re fitted with four big pockets along the sides and back to store all of your bits and bobs. Rock ‘em with a pair of white trainers for that sk8r boi-approved aesthetic. £35. At asos.com
10/14Dime
Based out of Montreal, Dime was founded by friends Antoine Asselin and Phil Lavoie. For almost 20 years, the daring duo had grand plans to design and develop some of the best skatewear of all time, and the ‘Baggy Denim Pant’ is indeed one of its greatest ever pieces. Throwing back to the ‘90s halfpipe scene when everything oversized was cool, these are dipped in an all-black scheme and contrasted with white stitching. Rock it with an equally oversized hoodie to complete the look. £145. At endclothing.com
11/14Givenchy
For Autumn 2023, Givenchy is giving workwear an opulent twist with the very appropriately-named Carpenter jeans. Submerged in a delectable shade of chocolate-y brown, it’s cut from distressed denim for a worn-out effect, and equipped with a generous helping of steel rivets. Pair this with a crisp white T-shirt and some fancy combat boots to complete the rugged and ready look. £1,350. At matchesfashion.com
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12/14Asos Design
Sunnier seasons call for breezy ‘fits and lots of light-wash denim, and Asos Design is on hand to supply both. In a baby blue hue, these jeans will have your spring wardrobe sorted, plus carry you comfortably into summer with fabric that resists wear and tear. Roomy, relaxed and not too spenny, get ahead and snap them up before they’re gone. £25. At asos.com
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13/14Raey
Endlessly styleable, black denim is always a good idea. And when that denim is woven from organic cotton in a roomy cut, it gets even better. Raey’s black jeans bless your quads with ample breathing room, and go just as well with a chunky loafer as they do a casual trainer. Another pair whose baggy cut is more conservative, consider these your risk-free route into the trend. £160. At matchesfashion.com
14/14Superdry
Inspired by traditional workwear but elevated for the modern man, these Superdry baggy jeans make the ideal pick for dipping your toe into the trend with their more approachable, less dramatic bagginess. In a deep indigo rinse, these jeans are detailed with a wealth of pockets and a single loop at the mid-leg, channelling a distinct utilitarian vibe that's straight out of the noughties. £54.99. superdry.com
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