How To Style Barrel Leg Jeans

Barrel-leg jeans are the unsung heroes of cold-weather dressing. Shapely but not oversized, casual yet polished, comfortable without feeling sloppy — they somehow make every outfit look and feel a little cooler thanks to their unmistakable silhouette.

If they’ve never felt quite right for your body or wardrobe, I’m about to try and prove you wrong. The trick, to me, is not going too exaggerated with the volume and instead opting for styles that follow your natural curves through the leg. From there, keep the rest of the outfit fairly streamlined — basics and tops that aren’t overly voluminous but layer well. Think short-sleeve knits, macs and trenches, cropped jumpers and polos, or going-out tops with a little interest.

I personally love an ankle-length hem, as it allows your shoes to shine — and with so many good ones this season, from pumps to sneakers, loafers and cage heels, you won’t want them hidden.

Here are the best barrel-leg jeans on offer from Net-A-Porter, and what I’d wear with them this season.

Thank you, Net-A-Porter, for kindly sponsoring this post.