You’ll never want to take these off.
The summer’s too gross to wear anything but a pair of shorts or a mini skirt if you ask us. But wide-leg jeans—the easy, breezy trend that’s been dominating all of 2024—are also on the list. Don’t believe us? Take Natalie Portman’s high-waisted take for proof.
On Monday, the award-winning actress was spotted walking into a taping of The View to promote her new series, 'Lady in the Lake.' She wore a white knitted three-quarter-sleeve top with popcorn embellishments, which she paired with wide-leg blue jeans and black Mary Jane shoes. The Dior ambassador also sported the Parisian brand’s Book Tote bag in a blue monogrammed version.
"Blue jeans, white shirt" may be a Lana del Rey line. But it's also an outfit formula that's a go-to for summer days that are too hot for any other combo. While it may seem basic, Portman's iteration shows just how easy it is to update as the season progresses. In her case, it's all about the three gold buttons on her wide-leg jeans.
As one of 2024's top denim trends, wide-leg jeans come in all shapes, colors, and fabrications. Their flowy hemlines and spacious silhouette make them a favorite for all-year styling, whether that's on humid summer days or frigid winter nights (layering tights underneath is just so enticing). But sometimes, the extra fabric and shapeless hems can make an outfit look too relaxed. This is why gold button details, like the ones seen on Portman's look, elevate a wide-leg jeans outfit.
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But any pair of wide-leg pants seem to be the go-to bottom style for celebrities this summer. Adding to Portman's endorsement, other A-list fans include Kendall Jenner, Kaia Gerber, and Bella Hadid, who have all added to the anti-skinny jeans discourse over the past few years. The pendulum doesn't seem to be swinging back any time soon. So you might as well invest in a good pair!
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