Bootcut and flare jeans are not the only denim trends celebrities are setting this winter.
Denim has been a mainstay in the closets of musicians, actors and influencers this season for a variety of high-profile events, including the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, Super Bowl LIX and the Sundance Film Festival.
In just one week, Kendrick Lamar wore a Canadian tuxedo to collect four Grammy Awards and headlined the Super Bowl halftime show dressed in $1,300 bootcut jeans by Celine, instantly sparking a revival for the cowboy-inspired fit. In the days following the “Not Like Us” rapper’s performance, brands like Levi’s, Wrangler, Good American and more pushed out email and social media promotions for their bootcut and flare styles.
Lamar wasn’t the only celeb putting the Western staple back on the radar this season. Pharrell Williams spent most of men’s fashion week rocking bootcut jeans. The fit was part of Shaboozey’s double denim looks, and Bella Hadid stepped out in New York City dressed in the jeans and an oversized shearling jacket.
Famous men showed signs of embracing a bolder denim style this winter. Statement denim like True Religion’s flocked coordinates were part of Timothée Chalamet’s press tour wardrobe for “A Complete Unknown.” Meanwhile, NFL super stars like Travis Kelce, Saquon Barkley and Rashee Rice stepped out in bold sets ranging from head-to-toe red waxed denim to patchwork jeans and jackets.
Denim was a popular choice for the Super Bowl and related events in New Orleans. Frame collaborator Alix Earle wore long jorts with a satin blazer to the Fanatics Super Bowl Party. “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo donned knit denim for a comfy look. Blue Ivy Carter wore a Balenciaga leather bomber jacket and cargo jeans to the big game.
In New York City, celebrities dressed up their denim. Actress Rita Wilson wore crystal-embellished workwear jeans and a belted moto jacket. Comedian Leslie Jones styled a denim corset top with a cropped tuxedo. “Harlem” actress Shoniqua Shandai wore ruffled denim for a press call at the Empire State Building.