19 Best Boyfriend Jeans For Off-Duty, Autumn Dressing

How do I style boyfriend jeans?

Proportion is everything. If you’re leaning into a bigger, looser jean, it pays to balance it out up top with something more streamlined — think a slim white tank, a fine-ribbed tee or a softly tailored shirt. However, don’t be afraid of layering. Wearing a ribbed vest over a button-up shirt instead of underneath is a fab first step, as it will add some visual interest without obscuring the silhouette, which will play really well with a pair of distressed, loose jeans.

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There’s also the option of using boyfriend jeans to embrace an aesthetic that feels unexpected. You can layer a frilly dress over it, or go full preppy mode by adding a cashmere polo and an oversized trench, a chunky jumper twisted over the shoulders and relaxed denim pooling over patent black or velvet red ballet flats. Wearing a pair that feels weathered and aged, like those with paint splatters or rips, will act as a great counterpoint to the all the sleekness going on top.

Whether you’re shopping the high street – M&S’s ankle-grazer boyfriend jeans are a perennial favourite – or investing in a luxury pair from Citizens of Humanity or Bottega, the appeal remains the same: boyfriend jeans are the ultimate weekend staple, and there’s no shortage of options to choose from.

Why you can trust me

As a fashion editor with close to a decade of experience finding the perfect items, from winter coats to shoes, I’m confident in claiming I’ve mastered the art of curating the perfect shopping guide. And, with a penchant for jeans, and more than 12 pairs in my own wardrobe (oops), this is one of the areas I’m most passionate about. So, whatever your budget or style, there’s something to suit (almost) everyone below.

How we tested the best boyfriend jeans

With years of experience wearing, trialling, and shopping for jeans, we instinctively know which brands are best, which washes to reach for, and exactly which trends are worth stepping into without worry that they’ll pass before the season ends. So, we bring to you the edit of the best boyfriend jeans that tick every box. Welcome to your perfect pair.