I have 17 pairs of straight-leg jeans—here are 5 styles I'm switching to in preparation for fall.
As is often the case when the heat makes stepping outside unbearable, I recently assessed my closet, particularly my collection of denim, and noticed a significant issue: over the last few years, I’ve unintentionally acquired too many pairs of straight-leg jeans. While I don’t intend to stop wearing them—they're classic and versatile—I feel it's time to introduce some variety into my assortment of jeans. For that, Calvin Klein offers plenty of options.
Calvin Klein’s denim line features both the newest trends and timeless classics, all at surprisingly affordable prices. (Just a heads up: there’s a big sale on their jeans going on right now.) Plus, with an array of washes available, finding what you want is nearly guaranteed. Below, I've highlighted six specific non-straight-leg denim trends that I'm focusing on. Keep scrolling to shop with me.
Low-Rise
The must-have denim style of 2026 is undoubtedly low-rise jeans, and Calvin Klein’s relaxed fits are an excellent representation of this trend.
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Low Rise Baggy Jeans in Blue July
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Low Rise Baggy Jeans in Vintage Oceana
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Low Rise Baggy Jeans in Blue Rodeo
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Low Rise Baggy Jeans in Falling Water
Wide-Leg
Wide-leg jeans are ideal for summer wear, as they provide much-needed airflow. Plus, they are just as timeless as straight-leg jeans.
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Ultra High Rise Wide Leg Jeans in Irving
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Lyocell Blend Wide Leg Jeans in Soft Indigo
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Ultra High Rise Wide Leg Jeans in Vintage Harbor
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Linen Blend Wide Leg Jeans in Landmark Blue
Bootcut and Flared
Bootcut and flared jeans have made a notable revival, and I know I'll be reaching for this style frequently this fall.
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High Rise Flared Jeans in Chalk White
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High Rise Flare Jeans in Blue Orbit
Cropped
Ready or not, cropped jeans are back in style. Those of us who are 5'4" and shorter are thrilled.
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Cropped Wide Leg Jeans in Blue July
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Cropped Barrel Jeans in Tinted Airway
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Cropped Wide Leg Jeans in Light Augusta
Colored
Pink, white, tan—fashion enthusiasts are stepping outside the typical blue-and-black denim, and I’m all for it.
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Cropped Wide Leg Jeans in Lilac Drift
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Relaxed Barrel Jeans in Marbled Bone
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90s Straight Jeans in Ecru
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Cropped Barrel Jeans in Grey Sage
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Super High Rise Wide Leg Jeans in Soft Grey
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I have 17 pairs of straight-leg jeans—here are 5 styles I'm switching to in preparation for fall.
It's time for a change in denim style.