The Best Low Rise Jeans

How to Style Low Rise Jeans 

If you’re looking to dip into the world of modern low rise jeans, you may be surprised to learn that they look quite different than their Y2K counterparts. While a few looks (like those iconic ultra low rise, super tight pairs) reigned supreme back in the day, modern low rise jeans come in many styles, with some of the most popular being baggy, bootcut, flare and skinny.

Now, if you’re hoping to channel your inner Christina Aguilera circa 1999 (which we’re so here for!), all styles pair well with an authentic Y2K babydoll tee and chunky platform sandals. To really take this look the extra mile, be sure to pair your jeans with a super sparkly and dangly belt, thin-framed mini sunglasses and your trendiest tiny shoulder bag. 

However, if you’d prefer to draw your low rise outfit inspo from the likes of Bella Hadid, you may be keen to rock your hip-huggers with some more contemporary pieces. For a modern look, let your jeans be the star of your outfit by opting for tops in neutral colors and simple patterns. It’s also always a good idea to play with proportions, so don’t be afraid to pair your new favorite baggy hip-huggers with a tighter top. In terms of footwear, you can’t really go wrong with any choice. The relaxed nature of low rise jeans means that they pair wonderfully with sneakers but can also easily be dressed up with anything from a loafer to an ankle boot. Pro tip: flare and bootcut jeans tend to run long, so opting for a slight heel when rocking these styles can save you a trip to the tailor!

For some even more seriously stylish inspo, look to the runways. Brands such as Isabel Marant and Missoni debuted various low-slug releases in recent years that were styled with everything from oversized blazers in monochrome looks to barely-there crop tops and more!

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The Best Low Rise Baggy Jeans

Perhaps the most relaxed of all modern low-slug denim, baggy low rise jeans perfectly encapsulate the trend’s carefree aesthetic. With their loose fit from waistline to hem, it’s no surprise that this style is a fan favorite of celebs like Kendall Jenner for a truly effortless model-off-duty look. In fact, the baggy look may be directly responsible for low rise jeans’ new-found popularity as several brands, from Diesel to Jacquemus and more, had their models strutting down recent runways in variations of the style. So, if you’re hoping to give this coveted slouchy silhouette a try, you’re in the right place as we’ve hand-picked some of the best low rise baggy jeans to complete the perfect effortlessly chic look. 

The Best Low Rise Bootcut Jeans

If you’re looking for a tried-and-true denim classic, a pair of bootcut low rise jeans may be right up your alley. This wardrobe essential falls straight throughout the leg with a slight kick out at the hem for a flattering, leg-lengthening look. With a subtle contemporary twist on this fashion staple, its traditional silhouette is taken up (or rather, down) a notch with these low rise styles. That’s right, for a classic pair of jeans with a bit of a cool-girl edge, low rise bootcut jeans are just the look for you. 

The Best Low Rise Flare Jeans 

Searching for some new denim with a little extra… flair? (Sorry, we had to). Well, you’ll find that low rise flare jeans are the style for you. With a slim, tailored look through the waist to the knees that begins to flare out at the calves, this look is known to be one of the most dramatic jean styles. Whether you want to go full-on ‘70s chic with extra-wide bell bottoms or are just looking for a subtle flare, all variations of this style look great on everyone. Similarly to bootcut, these jeans make you appear taller and slimmer as the hem often falls far below the ankles. For a little nod to one of my personal favorite Y2K looks, consider pairing your new low-slung flares with a pair of platform sandals.

The Best Low Rise Skinny Jeans

Okay, I know what you’re thinking — “Skinny and low-rise? We must really be back in 2004!” Well, while the 20-year trend cycle has definitely proven to be true once again, today’s low rise skinny jeans are actually quite different to their 2000s counterparts. Although these modern hip-huggers fit tight to the leg just like past styles, they slightly differ in rise. While many Y2K era pairs were ultra low rise (I mean, who could forget the iconic “whale tail” fad?), today’s low slung skinny jeans often sit just below a mid rise. Not quite convinced that the look is back en vogue? Miuccia Prada sent her models down the runway in her version of low rise skinny jeans for Miu Miu FW 24 (yup, Miu Miu, aka one of modern fashion’s hottest brands) just over a year ago. This style has truly stood the test of time and here are a few pairs that will have you questioning why you ever hung up your old low rise skinnies in the first place.