Bootcuts are the least pigeonholeable member of the jeans family.
Unlike distinctive mom, skinny and flared silhouettes, bootcuts have a more perplexing look. This has undoubtedly contributed to their intermittent popularity in the trend sphere, which continuously welcomes and subsequently shuns the trouser silhouette in the fickle way that fashion does.
How do you define bootcut jeans? The denim slacks tend to adopt a low-slung waistline, with a relatively streamlined style that nips in at the knees and culminates in a straight hem. Style-wise, they are considered a Y2K relic, merging boyish charm with leg-lengthening elegance.
Hence why the jeans were such a hit among Noughties stars. Destiny’s Child, Christina Aguilera, Rihanna and Keira Knightley were a handful of fashion-conscious celebs who stepped out in bootcut jeans. From bedazzled diamante patchwork to rucked-up hems casually tucked into fur-clad boots, there were a multitude of ways to style out said jeans according to the 00s A-listers.
As soon as Y2K pieces began to infiltrate Depop and Vinted, a new crop of braver and nostalgic fashion fans began circling bootcut jeans without a moment of hesitation. Inspired by the increasing fascination with androgynous dressing and the 2024 revival of Mean Girls starring bootcut-wearing bully Regina George, twenty-something-year-olds hankered after the jeans which were slowly starting to dominate social media. Kendall Jenner, Dua Lipa and Mia Regan spearheaded this online sartorial fad, frequently posing in faded Diesel or kicking back in their Calvins.
Said fashion crew followed in the trailblazing footsteps of style icons Jennifer Anniston, Olivia Wilde, Amal Clooney and Jennifer Lopez, all of whom own a pair or two of the laid-back denim garment.
We also have high fashion to thank for bringing bootcuts back to us. Diesel undoubtedly reigns supreme in the bootcut camp, with Acne Studios, Saint Laurent, Dion Lee and Victoria Beckham following suit. Smaller brands AGOLDE, Citizens of Humanity and Frame rid the silhouette of its meme-worthy Y2K connotations, instead promoting timeless kinda-straight-kinda-flared styles to consumer audiences of all ages.
Popular in the Seventies and popular today, bootcut jeans just keep on coming back. Add a pair to your transitional wardrobe and step into spring knowing a realm of Hollywood stars approves of your sartorial choices.
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Cos Pipe Jeans
Cos is quickly becoming a key contender for the best of high street denim. Available in an on-trend raw-indigo wash, the brand’s Pipe Jeans can be effortlessly paired with black point-toe boots and a chunky navy knit for a relaxed yet undeniably elegant office look.
Buy now £85.00, Cos
Weekday Nova Low Slim Bootcut Jeans
Keep your cool-girl status in check with the Weekday Nova Low Slim Bootcut Jeans. A faded wash tinged with a vintage finish mirrors that of the overpriced second-hand versions found on Depop. Save yourself the hassle of dealing with apps and order the dreamy denim pieces from Weekday.
Buy now £55.00, Weekday
Tory Burch Stretch Bootleg Jeans
Add a touch of smart sophistication to your pre-existing denim collection. Tory Burch’s Stretch Bootleg Jeans will suit all ages thanks to their willowy silhouette, prim detailing and sleek dark-wash hue.
Buy now £255.00, Tory Burch
AGOLDE High-Rise Bootcut Jeans
AGOLDE is a much-loved denim brand that reflects the current desire to shop sustainably. The label leans on its denim expertise to craft jeans that don’t cause unnecessary harm to the planet. The eco-conscious jeans are crafted from 50 per cent recycled materials and feature a unique high waistline for flattering the figure.
Buy now £181.00, Farfetch
Diesel Bootcut And Flare Jeans 1969 D-Ebbey
Take your denim wear to new heights with Diesel. The brand is revered for its vast bootcut collection, and these Y2K bootcut flares are bound to set you apart from the crowd.
Buy now £495.00, Diesel
Calvin Klein Mid Rise Relaxed Bootcut Jeans
If Kendall Jenner is a fan then so are we. The supermodel is a notable admirer of Calvin Klein’s denim cuts, and these bootleg jeans will help you achieve It-girl status in no time.
Buy now £180.00, Calvin Klein
H&M Bootcut High Jeans
Shopping on a shoestring has never been easier with H&M’s on-trend yet affordable casualwear. Slip into some sleek bootlegs to be worn daily and loved in the long run.
Buy now £27.99, H&M
Frame Le Mini Boot in Poe
Frame’s best-selling bootcut jeans are the most versatile piece in your wardrobe. Paired with heeled boots, trainers or kitten heels, you have yourself a day-to-night look in a jiffy.
Buy now £220.00, Frame
Frame Le Mini Boot in Poe
Frame’s best-selling bootcuts are the most versatile piece in your wardrobe. Pair yours with heeled boots, trainers or kitten heels and you have yourself a day-to-night look in a jiffy.
Buy now £220.00, Frame
Dion Lee Darted Bootcut Jeans
Pain is beauty, and Dion Lee’s expensive but perfect bootcut jeans are a thing of real beauty. A sprinkling of pockets, dart detailing and belt loops prove why these slacks are the most desirable on the market.
Buy now £790.00, Farfetch
Acne Studios + NET SUSTAIN 2005 Atlantis Bootcut Jeans
Calling all Depoppers! Acne’s low-slung jeans are ready to cure your Noughties nostalgia. Retailing at half price, these mid-wash jeans take style inspiration from 2005, hence their name. Not only would they look dazzling with a diamante top, but they are crafted from sustainable, organic cotton.
Buy now £231.00, Net-A-Porter
Hush Lorna Bootcut Jeans
In the words of Deep Purple: “Hush, hush, I thought I heard her calling my name now.” It seems as if the brand wrote those lyrics for Hush’s irresistible bootcut jeans which, with their coolly elegant dark wash, are simply calling our name. Personalise your pick and choose from long, regular and short options.
Buy now £89.00, Hush
Dsquared2 Mid-Rise Bootcut Jeans
We feel for those who will never truly appreciate the appeal of Y2K fashion. Dsquared2’s bootcut jeans hug the thigh and culminate in a gentle flare, portraying a lengthening effect that is hard to resist. If that doesn't tempt you, then look to the indigo wash and playful whiskering effect at the thighs.
Buy now £359.00, Farfetch
