When it comes to denim, we've quite literally seen it all. Be it slim or wide, barrel or straight leg, there's an endless variety of coveted silhouettes tailored to everyone, making jeans one, if not the most democratic items of clothing. While there is, indeed, plenty of choice when it comes to jeans, there's one type that has reigned supreme this season - the dark wash.
On the runway, we've seen endless iterations of dark wash jeans; Versace endorsed dark indigo straight leg jeans during its AW24 catwalk, and elsewhere, Carolina Herrera featured wide leg styles, paired with peplum hem corsets and pointed heels. But this wasn't exactly a runway debut for the dark wash jean; back in 2023, Miu Miu showed low rise dark wash jeans, styled with thick leather belts and burgundy pumps during its SS24 show.
Off the catwalk, A-Listers have also adopted the inky denim trend, with it-girl Kaia Gerber being spotted wearing Ètica's now sold out Roma Wide Leg jeans. Meanwhile, Bella Hadid has, too, jumped on the bandwagon, pairing her indigo denim flares with boho inspired corsets for a casual, model off duty look.
Naturally, the dark denim trend has trickled down onto the high street, and while the options are virtually limitless, there is one pair that stands out from the crowd, and that is the Mango Bet High-Rise Balloon Jeans, £35.99 - a brilliant affordable pair of jeans, available to buy in four different shades - denim grey, khaki, black and of course, dark wash blue.
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These designer-looking, dark wash jeans from Mango are an excellent high street option, and are a fashion influencer favourite. Made from 100% cotton, these jeans will easily pair with long wool coats and blazers for a seriously chic outfit. For footwear, consider retro trainers or leather pointed boots.
Other high street iterations include Arket's best selling dark indigo CLOUD jeans, as well as Massimo Dutti's Faded Straight Leg High Waist jeans, £59.95 - the latter featuring a stylish camel contrasting stitch. Scroll ahead to shop our favourites.
Shop: The Best Dark Wash Jeans
Arketwww.arket.com
Wave goodbye to straight-leg jeans, mom jeans and skinnies, the next big jean style is the 'cloud' jean. This Arket pair is cut from a non-stretch denim and features a very noughties inspired low-rise waist that flatters every body type, especially in its dark indigo shade.
Massimo Duttiwww.massimodutti.com
These Massimo Dutti jeans are an excellent high street choice, featuring a stylish contrast camel stitch. Pair with a black tee and burgundy loafers, or layer up with cardigans and pair with leather look boots for a trending AW24 look.
Damson Madderdamsonmadder.com
Damson Madder's dark wash jeans, much like Massimo Dutti's, feature chic camel contrast stitching, as well as an embroidered DM logo on a back patch pocket. Pair these flattering wide leg, high rise jeans with a classic Damson Madder blouse and ballet flats.
COSwww.cos.com
Made from organic cotton, these COS jeans come in seven different shades, including our favourite indigo blue. Pair with loafers or pointed leather boots as well as a white tee for an effortlessly chic, model off duty look.
Reformationwww.thereformation.com
Reformation knows how to make great jeans, and this pair will be the most stylish wardrobe addition you'll shop this season. Pair with coats, chunky knit cardigans and burgundy boots for a cold snap suitable outfit.
& Other Storieswww.stories.com
These & Other Stories jeans are bound to sell out, so make sure you snap them up, quick. Featuring a frayed hem, they're guaranteed to become a wardrobe staple that you'll reach for time and time again.
Calvin Kleinwww.calvinklein.co.uk
Calvin Klein's 90's Straight Jeans are a coveted denim staple loved by A Listers (Dua Lipa is a huge fan) and fashion influencers everywhere. Style with casual wardrobe staples for the ultimate off duty look.
Zarawww.zara.com
Zara has quite an extensive denim selection, but these fold up jeans stand out from the rest. Featuring turn-up hems and a zip fly with metal top button fastening, they're perfect for day to day or for more formal occasions, depending on what shoes you decide to pair them with.
Emma Richardson is the fashion and lifestyle commerce writer for Grazia. She covers shopping, lifestyle, celebs and anything trending.