Find yourself a great pair of jeans, and you’ll have the perfect base for a whole host of looks. When it comes to denim styles that have plenty of versatility, the barrel leg jean is up there with the best. The combination of a fitted waist, a looser and slightly curved leg shape, and a tapered hem creates a universally flattering silhouette, which explains why this is still the denim shape of the moment.
Julianne Moore is clearly a fan, too, as she often steps out in the modern jean silhouette. In fact, an ensemble that the actress wore back in early 2024 comes to mind whenever I need some smart denim outfit inspiration. Pairing a jumper and barrel leg jeans, the star opted for a grey pair by Bottega Veneta, and gave the loose-legged bottoms a preppy spin with a striped shirt layered under a soft grey jumper, before finishing with cream mules and a Bottega Veneta Lauren 1980 clutch bag.
