Denim Looks We 💙During The NYFW Shows

From the NYFW Spring/Summer 2026 circuit, several denim styles and details stood out. We’re talking about textures, fits, washes, and the ways designers are playing with denim. The vibes we felt were both familiar and fresh.

Below you can find some of the key trends:

Relaxed & Loose Fits

Baggy, barrel-leg, wide-leg, even flares are very present. Comfort + movement are being weighted heavily this season.

Distressing & Rips, Y2K-Edgy Details

Ripped jeans make a big comeback, with degrees of distress ranging from mild to dramatic. Rhinestone embellishments & blinged details are layering that edge.

Double & Triple Denim / Denim on Denim

Matching denim pieces together – jackets, coats, shirts – sometimes in monochrome washes, sometimes mixed washes. Triple layers are making statements.

Creative Wash & Finish Variations

Light bleach, dark wash as well as faded indigo, “dusty” mid-blues. Also overdyes, pigment tinting, and strong contrasts. Some denim is being treated in unusual ways (laser washes, artist-style fading).

Extra Long & Wide-Leg

Extreme long hems, wide-legs, very baggy and oversized

Structural & Artisanal Details

Details such as front seams, pleating, panel work, contrast stitching. Some designers using denim in more sculptural or pleated forms.

Preppy / Tailored Denim

High-rise, skinny or slim jeans paired with structured blazers, collared shirts – but still denim. Polished but with workwear roots.

Below you can find some very interesting examples about what to expect in Spring 2026: