The Jeans We Never Thought Would Return Are Back

Quick—what's the first denim trend that comes to mind when you think of Britney and Christina circa 2002? If you guessed low-rise jeans, you're correct. Come on, we all wore "hip huggers" when they resurged back then, right? (Fun fact: They first appeared on the scene back in the '60s). Well, despite the rise (literally) in high-rise denim silhouettes over the last few seasons, it seems the lower-rise styles are cropping up again. That's right—turn to some of the biggest street style stars, like Hailey Baldwin, Kendall Jenner, and Chiara Ferragni, and you're sure to spot a variety of denim picks—from wide-leg styles to skinnier finds—that hit right at their hips. While this particular look isn't appropriate for all occasions (like how a pair of nice, high-rise jeans can totally work for casual Friday with a pretty blouse), we're on board with testing out the look for off-duty life.

Go on to check out a few of the fashion A-listers who are bringing back low-rise jeans. Plus, go a bit further to shop some of our favorite pairs you can buy right now.

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On Kendall Jenner: One Teaspoon Freebird Jeans ($149); Jacquie Aishe Shaker Bodychain ($12,750).

On Hailey Baldwin: J Brand Gracie Cuff Short ($104); Mistress Rocks Chancer Suedette Trouser Suit ($114); Zimmermann Karmic Trench ($1600).

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On Pernille Teisbaek: Gucci shoes; Chloé bag.

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On Gigi Hadid: Reebok Classic Sneaker ($75); Rag & Bone Boyfriend Jeans ($250); Ray-Ban Sunglasses ($150); RE/DONE Muscle Tee ($78).

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On Hailey Baldwin: Topshop Twist Front Crop Top ($30); Brokenbow Skinny Jeans ($336); Monika Chiang Cosima Sandals ($685); Givenchy Antigona Small Bag ($2280).

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On Tiffany Hsu: Magda Butrym dress.

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On Chiara Ferragni: Hermès bag.

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Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.