Copenhagen Fashion Week proved that patterned jeans are in: here are 12 to shop now

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Copenhagen Fashion Week proved that patterned jeans are in: here are 12 to shop now

By Morgan Cormack

4 years ago

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Seen all over Copenhagen Fashion Week, the patterned jean is the perfect way to inject some playful colour and design into your wardrobe.

Copenhagen Fashion Week may have been last month but its trendsetting legacy is undeniable in the world of fashion right now. Patterned jeans made a big appearance in street style snaps and now, the fun trend is everywhere on the high street.

An item that may seem daunting to wear at first can actually inject some much-needed fun and vibrancy to our otherwise usually dull autumnal wardrobe

Paired with chunky knits, plain T-shirts or a pattern-clashing top for the fashionably brave, pick up a pair and you definitely won’t regret it. Besides, plain washed jeans are so boring anyway right?


Reformation doodle jeans

Cynthia Doodle High Rise Straight Long Jeans

You know those doodles you do in the back of your notebook when you’re bored? Well imagine those embroidered, looking pretty and dotted on this slim fit pair of white jeans. 

Shop Cynthia Doodle high rise straight long jeans at Reformation, £190

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Acne Studios jeans

Acne studios high-rise jean

These high-rise jeans are a multi-tonal take on the patterned denim trend and we’re here for it. A great option for those apprehensive on injecting some pattern into their trousers selection.

Shop Acne studios high-rise jean at The Outnet, £138

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Monki patterned jeans

High-waist straight leg denim trousers

This micro checkerboard pattern is already gorgeous but when it comes in pastel lilac too? Run don’t walk to grab a pair of these to wear with slouchy T-shirts.

Shop Monki high-waist straight leg denim trousers, £35

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Reclaimed Vintage jeans

Reclaimed Vintage inspired 90's dad jeans

These zebra inspired jeans are the ideal funky trouser situation to tone down with trainers or dress up with an equally eclectic heel.

Shop Reclaimed Vintage inspired 90’s dad jeans at Asos, £32

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Monki abstract jeans

Taiki straight leg jeans

Abstract art doesn’t just belong on canvases and these line drawings add a subtle creative flare to this pair of cream jeans.

Shop Monki taiki straight leg jeans, £40

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Weekday melt green jeans

Weekday melt green jeans

This swirled dark green pair of jeans is bound to have people stop and ask you just where you got them from. Pair with a plain vest and chunky boots for a laidback approach to the trend.

Shop Weekday melt green jeans, £55

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Zara abstract jeans

Zara printed jeans

Another arty print and this time, big purple illustrations make this the perfect pair to wear alongside neutrals for a welcome pop of colour.

Shop Zara printed jeans, £29.99

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Lucy & Yak patterned jeans

Lucy & Yak jeans

This fabulously green pair of jeans is modelled around the vintage fit of a good pair of jeans. Tapered at the waist and slouchy, this pair is both practical and delightfully vibrant.

Shop L.E. Addison Jeans at Lucy & Yak, £55

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Marques Almeida jean

Marques Almeida tie-dyed jeans

This gently tie-dyed pair of flare jeans would make the perfect addition to any pastel lover’s wardrobe. Wear with white trainers and gold jewellery for an effortlessly Scandi-inspired look.

Shop Marques Almeida tie-dyed jeans at Net-A-Porter, £405

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Jaded London abstract square jeans

Jaded London abstract square print boyfriend jeans

Big bold colours are to be appreciated in this pair of Jaded London jeans. With a more relaxed fit, wear with a complimenting colour or stick to basics and let these jeans really sing.

Shop Jaded London abstract square print boyfriend jeans at Urban Outfitters, £65

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Miaou Lou cow-print trousers

Miaou Lou cow-print trousers

Is there such a thing as understated cow print? If so, this Miaou pair have hit the brief. Slightly cropped, wear these with statement boots and longline jumpers.

Shop Miaou Lou cow-print trousers at Farfetch, £190

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The Kooples jeans

The Kooples black and white paint effect jeans

Paint splatter isn’t just for DIY projects, as demonstrated by this slick pair of straight leg jeans.

Shop The Kooples black and white paint effect jeans, £95

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