J.Lo Wore Jeans Covered in Fake Mud Stains—I Have Questions
Of all the jeans trends we predicted for this year, this isn’t one I included on my 2024 bingo card. Stepping out in New York over the weekend, Jennifer Lopez brought new meaning to the notion of high/low dressing. Kitted out in a smart turtleneck and tailored coat, the singer veered away from her typically polished style, reaching for a pair of faux-muddy jeans to complete her look.
Whilst Lopez is a known fan of wide, baggy jeans her preference normally ranges between light wash and dark wash denim styles, occasional choosing pairs embellished with large rips. This time, however, Lopez dabbled with a growing trend that’s proving divisive across the board.
Whilst workwear-inspired designs have been trending for the past few years, this on-the-nose take has been slower to catch on. Although they’re a far cry from the raw denim and chore jackets that, to my surprise have been rising in popularity, perhaps J.Lo’s adoption will push the muddied jeans trend into the mainstream.
Championed by designer brands including Acne Studios and Diesel, the newest take on the distressed denim trend has already been spotted in high street retailers including Mango and Arket. While I appreciate that this look might appeal to some—Jennifer Lopez was into them, after all!—for me, this isn’t a denim trend I’ll personally be trying soon. Playing devil’s advocate, below, I’ve assembled an edit of the chicest muddied jeans I can find, balanced out with a selection of more classic wide-leg jeans, of which Jennifer Lopez is also a fan.
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Acne Studios
Distressed Cotton-Canvas Pants
The patched panels and large pockets give these jeans a utilitarian edge.
The Ragged Priest
Sandwash Release Jean
These jeans are naturally rigid and will take some time to break in.
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Reformation
Cary High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Jeans
In my opinion, dark wash jeans are easier to style with smarter items such as heels.
Mango
High-Waist Wideleg Jeans
Whoever thought that jeans weren’t comfortable obviously hadn’t settled into a relaxed, wide leg pair.
Agolde
Ren High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans
These feature a cropped hem and wear well well ballet flats and mary janes.
Citizens of Humanity
Annina Wide-Leg Mid-Rise Recycled-Denim Jeans
Every great wardrobe starts with a classic pair of wide-leg jeans.