These examples of forward-thinking denim range from body-contouring jeans to cult sneakers that feature the material as an edgy and unexpected trim. When it comes to forward-thinking denim that is aesthetically bold, standouts include Y/Project's detachable jeans which transform from full-length pants to fitted shorts in seconds. Another notable example is Nordstrom's faux mud wash pants which makes a dirty and stained aesthetic desirable to a daring consumer.
When it comes to function, Khloe Kardashian's Good American brand, and Acne's gender-fluid jeans collection are both examples worth paying attention to. While Kardashian's signature brand aims to empower women with a variety of size and fit options, Acne's collection offers high quality basics that are a practical and versatile addition to any wardrobe.
25 Forward-Thinking Denim Innovations
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Versatile Detachable Jeans
Y/Project Designed a Pair of Jeans That Can Be Turned into Shorts
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Zipper-Heavy Denim Fashion
Vetements and Levi's Joined Forces for an Unconventional Series
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Androgynous Denim Lookbooks
The New Acne Studios Collection Was Photographed by Collier Schorr
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Socialite Denim Collections
Khloé Kardashian's Good American Jeans are Made for All Body Types
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Graphic Double Bunny Jackets
Levi's Trucker Jacket Was Given a Bold Update with Kinfolk's Help
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Avant-Garde Motorcycle Streetwear
The Spring/Summer MISBHV Collection Edgily Adapts Retro Styles
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Glamorous Grunge Fashion
The New Alexander Wang Pre-Fall Collection Was Released with an Editorial
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Fashionably Fake Work Pants
The Nordstrom Faux Muddy Jeans Let You Look Like You've Worked Outside
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Western-Themed Designer Apparel
A Teaser of the Vetements Supreme Spring/Summer Line Was Released
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Fishnet-Integrated Denim
The New Good American Collection Often Features the Mesh-Like Material
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Double-Waisted Denim
Andrea Crews' Bodo Jeans for Men Repeat Details and Blend Colors
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Oversized Lace-Up Trousers
These Marques Almeida Cropped Trousers Include Large Lace-Up Details
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Ornately Printed Denim
These Boldly Printed Jeans from Pilcro Mimic the Look of Jacquard
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Co-Branded Trucker Jackets
This New Levi's & UNDERCOVER Series Tributes a Style's 50th Anniversary
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Inside-Out Denim Trousers
Unravel Project's Inside Out Jeans Reveal Exposed Seams and Raw Details
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Studded Bleached Pants
These Slim Fit Jeans from Gucci Boast a Boldly Distressed Design
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Collaborative Korean Rapper Apparel
G-Dragon's PEACEMINUSONE Label Joined with VERBAL and AMBUSH
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Re-Purposed Jean Dresses
The 2 Jean Dress is a Garment Sewn Together from Two Pairs of Pants
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Pet-Branded Luxury Jackets
These Limited-Edition Gucci Jackets Feature Embroidered Cats and Dogs
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Co-Branded Denim Jackets
This Levi's Jacket Was Made with olette & Ceizer for a New Capsule Line
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Father-Son Matching Jeans
This Company Provides Identical Jeans for Fathers and Their Sons
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Tech-Infused Denim
The Levi's Jacquard Connected Jacket Will Hit Store Shelves This Fall
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Stain-Resistant Jeans
The Old Navy Stay White Denim Range Keeps Your White Pants Stain-Free
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Track Pant-Inspired Jeans
Mother Denim's 'Speed Racer' Jeans Have Athletic Stripes Down the Sides
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Denim Bow-Accented Sneakers
The New Puma Basket Heart Denim Sneakers Have a Feminine Aesthetic
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Thematic Denim Collections
Soorty's SS26 Collection Merges Innovation with Sustainable Practices
Ultra-Wide Collaborative Denim
BEAMS Presents More to the Super-Wide Levi's Denim Series
Collaborative Dark Minimalist Capsules
Levi’s and JJJJound Team Up for a Stylish Fall Collection
Contemporary Western Essentials
Wrangler x Pacsun Present a Line of Modernized Western Apparel
Curated Denim Capsules
Silver Jeans Launched its Fall 24' Collection in Time for Back-to-School
Nostalgic Jeans Collections
Alexis Ren x Abrand Bring Y2K Back With a Modern Twist
Expressive Stretchy Denim Fashion
TELFAR Presents Stretch Denim and the INFINITY Collection
Fall-Centric Layered Apparel
The UNIQLO U FW24 Collection is Timeless and Elevated
Intriguing Denim Collabs
The New Levi’s X Undercover Collaboration Ofers a Bold Fusion
Innovative Collagen-Infused Jeans
Soorty's Collagen Denim Offers Style and Skincare Benefits
It Girl-Approved Apparel Collabs
Reformation X Devon Lee Carlson Unveil a Warm Weather Capsule
Luxury Slow Fashion Brands
KZ_K Studio Champions Sustainable Style with Its Spring Collection
Designer Fashion Collaborations
Uniqlo Partners with Clare Waight Keller for Urban Collection
Singer-Inspired Jeans
Levi's Bob Dylan Custom Jeans Bring an Iconic '60s Style Back to Life
Sustainable Denim Brand Collabs
Amber Valletta X Triarchy Marry Sustainability with Style
Sustainable Versatile Capsules
Reformation Unveils Sustainable Collection Designed by Camille Rowe
Inclusive Mobility-Focused Fashion
The Adaptable Collection by Will&Well Aims for Inclusivity
Handpicked Vintage Sporty Denim
Levi's and Satisfy Join on the Re-Possessed Climb Jeans
Archived-Inspired Stealthy Footwear
adidas' Minimal Jeans Trainer is Exclusively Available at JD
Snackable Fashion Statements
QDOBA Debuts a Bold Look at New York Fashion Week
Millennial Pink-Inspired Apparel
UNIQLO Features Practical Spring Pieces in Signature Pink Hues
Neutral Skintight Skiwear Collections
SKIMS x The North Face Collection is Ready for the Slopes
Collaborative Upcycled Clothing Ranges
The North Face Purple Label Created a Range with nanamica
90s Grunge-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Khaite's Resort 2026 is Edgy, Eye-Catching and Elegant
Cozy Billowed Denim Jackets
The Nautica Denim Blousons are Exclusively Available in Japan
Tailored Retail Experiences
Levi’s Reinvents Retail with NextGen Indigo Shopping Experience
Menstrual Product-Celebrating Jeans
The U by Kotex MaxiMalism Jeans Combat Against Period Shame
Sculpting Denim Collections
SPANXsculpt ReDefine Revolutionizes the Comfort and Fit of Denim
Underwear-Imitating Hybrid Garments
Balenciaga Presents the Cut Off Brief Skirt for FW25
Bold Denim Collections
Levi's and ADSB Andersson Bell Join Forces to Reimagine Denim
Utility-Inspired Denim Capsules
Mavi’s Sustainable Denim Collection Boasts a Utility Aesthetic
High-Rise Denim Revivals
Silver Jeans Co. Launches '90s-Inspired Trouser Leg Jeans
Contemporary Denim Lines
Veronica Beard's Spring/Summer 2025 Denim Line is Chic and Luxurious
Graphic Garment-Dyed Streetwear
Stüssy and Levi's Join on a New Collection Together
Leathery Black Sporty Fashion
adidas and IVY PARK Continue to Work in Collaboration
Sustainable Performance Apparel
Craft Sportswear Launches Eco-Conscious Collective Line
Iconic Flared Denim Jeans
Silver Jeans Captures Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Look with These Styles
Retro Denim-Crafted Sneakers
PUMA Unveils a Pair of Frilly Palermo Denim Sneakers
Collaborative Fashion Denim Collections
Kiko Kostadinov and Levi's Drop Co-Branded Jeans
Creative-Inspired Denim Lines
7 For All Mankind Partners with Devon Lee Carlson in New Fall Launch
Sustainability-Backed Denim Collections
The RE/DONE x Pamela Anderson Collection is Chic
Y2K-Inspired Fashion Collections
The Bench Revival Collection Boasts a Range of Nostalgic Styles
Futuristic Shapewear Ads
Skims' First-Ever TV Ad, Skims Lab, Stars Kim Kardashian in Every Role
Purposefully Stained Luxe Trousers
JORDANLUCA Unveils the Bizarre Pee Stain Denim Pants
Shiny Fashion-Forward Sneakers
Ganni Joins Forces with New Balance on a New Fresh Foam Shoe
Experimental Programmable Clothing
Issey Miyake Debuts a Shape-Shifting Jacket Powered by Steam
Repurposed Denim Furniture
Levi's Icons Re/Outfitted Refreshes Iconic Designs with Discarded Denim
Adventurous Spirit Performance Apparel
The MNML Active Capsule is Reminiscent of a Cult Film
Oversized Collaborative Streetwear
Awake NY and Levi's Work Together on a Limited Capsule
Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers
adidas Presents the CLOT Superstar Sneaker with Bold Accents
Smoothie-Inspired Denim
Icon Denim's Smoothie Capsule Collection Mixes Lilac & Cream
Juxtaposing Artful Denim Capsules
Levi's and Kenzo Join Forces on a New Collection Together
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
Oversized Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Co-Created Better in Baggy with The Pacsun Collective
Timeless Denim Collections
UNIQLO Offers Staple Denims for Spring/Summer 2025
Collaborative Celebrity Denim Capsules
Khy's Drop 005 Brings an Assortment of Stylish Denim Pieces
Themed Denim Collections
Soorty's SS2025 Collection is Named Denim Threads of the World
Decorative Denim-Made Plates
The Denim Project by Junghyun Kim Turns Waste into Wares
High-Performance Sculpted Fitnesswear
Nike and SKIMS Announced NikeSKIMS, a New Brand for Women
Reimagined Digital Fashion
The Fabricant's Deep/23 Collection Refreshes Designs from 2017 with AI
Upcycled Denim Collections
The Latest Wrangler Reborn Collection Celebrates Circularity
Fashion-Forward Layering Lines
SHEIN Introduces Weather-Adaptive Fashion Collection
Stylist-Approved Denim Drops
Ksubi x Veneda Carter Redefine Streetwear Cool With the Ksuper Drop
Durable Outdoor-Centric Lifestyle Apparel
The North Face Presents the Ripstop Collection
Fall-Ready Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
Fall-Ready Weatherized Advanced Apparel
nanamica Delivers Heartwarming Life-Tech Wear for FW24
Fall-Ready Explorative Fashion
Napajiri Presents the Future Heritage Capsule for FW24
Country Star-Collab Glamorous Denim
Good American and Dolly Parton Launch the Joleans Range
Ultra-Stylish Tween Clothing Collections
Hayden Girls Offers a Diverse Range of Tween Clothing
Flattering Retro Oversized Denim
JNCO Jeans Back a Triumphant Return with a Wide Silhouette
Retro-Themed Technical Apparel
XLIM Introduces a Look at the Utilitarian Episode 7 Collection
Golf-Centric Fashionable Collections
Aimé Leon Dore Launches its Second Golf Capsule
Timeless Denim Collabs
Lee and BEAMS Reconnect for a Vintage-Infused Jeans Drop
Provocative Pre-Fall Fashion
Natasha Zinko Unveils the BACK 2 CAMP Capsule for Pre-Fall
Collaborative Denim-Centric Fashion
UNITED ARROWS Joins Scye and Lee on a New Collection
Premium Sustainable Denim Collections
Miu Miu Unveils its New Upcycled Denim Collection
Denim-Detailed Lifestyle Sneakers
The Bleached Denim Air Jordan 1 Shoes are Meant to Fade
Denim-Made Lifestyle Sneakers
atmos and adidas Refreshes the Samba with the Sambae
Charitable Collaborative Fashion Lines
Pacsun Extends Its Collaboration with the Rare Impact Fund
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Rugged Fashion-Forward Jackets
FJackets Marries Form and Function With its Diverse Collection
Iconic Artist-Adorned Jeans Lines
The Lee x Jean-Michel Basquiat Capsule is Effortlessly Stylish
Sustainable Stonewashed Denim
GUESS AIRWASH Makes Classic Stonewashed Styles Eco-Friendly
Rebellious Winter Apparel Collections
Streetwear Brand Ksubi's 'DEMOCRAZY' Drop is Unconventional
Eco-Conscious Denim Collections
Mango Debuts Versatile Jeans Line Blending Style & Sustainability
Boldly Accented Outwear Capsules
DGK's Fall 2024 is Dubbed Mindset Collection
Celebrity-Collaborative Athletic Lines
Fabletics Presents the By Khloé Line with Khloé Kardashian
Menswear Brand Expansions
Mack Weldon Adds Two Sleek Additions to Its SILVER Denim Collection
Model-Backed Apparel Campaigns
Kendall Jenner and FWRD Reunite for a Curated Spring 2025 Edit
Co-Branded Bespoke Denim
Diesel and Lee Team Up for a Collaborative Denim Collection
Textural Panelling Denim Sneakers
New Balance Presents a New Fabric-Centric Boro Pack
Fall-Centric Dynamic Fashion Capsules
UNDERCOVER Unveils its New Collection for Pre-Fall 2025
Brand Refresh Preview Events
Closer Previews for Anticipation at a Lively Cheap Monday Event
Colorful 80s-Inspired Denim Collections
Lee Has Introduced the 80's Archives Collection
Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion
Latin Quarters Debuts a Stylish Capsule Using Sustainable Practices
Performance-Focused Casual Apparel
Lee Adopts Moisture-Wicking Technologies for its New Collection
Mature Fashion-Forward Brands
'Wit & Wisdom' Launched for Older Consumers to Stay Fashion-Ready
Banana-Based Denim Collections
This Apparel Makes Use Of a Novel Cotton and Banana Fiber Blend
Inclusive Denim Campaigns
Torrid Launches Spring 2025 Collection with Buy-More Savings
Military-Inspired Outdoor Fashion
N.Hoolywood Releases the Test Product Exchange Service
Collaborative Relaxed Vintage Denim
Lee and BEAMS Join on their Fourth Joint Collection
Spring-Ready Technical Danish Fashion
F/CE Presents its New Collection for the SS24 Season
Post-Apocalyptic Denim Collabs
The Wrangler x The Last of Us Features Durable Americana Styles
Cheese-Inspired Fashion Statements
Kerrygold Introduced the 'Cheese Pocket Jeans' Partnership
Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops
Peachy Den's 'Sweet Cheeks' Collection Pays Homage to Girlhood
Fit-Finding Denim Apps
Goldie Helps Women Find Their Perfect Pair of Jeans
Fabric-Centric Spring Fashion Capsules
SAGE NATION Presents a Look at its SS25 Capsule at PFW
Celebrity-Founded Fashion Brands
Kylie Jenner Unveils Her Debut Fashion Brand Called Khy
Contemporary Skiwear Capsules
DKNY Tech Enters the Sports Market with Its First Skiwear Collection
Custom-Milled Canvas Pants
The Ten Thousand Tactical Utility Pant Was Created with Veterans
Eco-Minded Denim Capsules
Bayeas Launches a New Climate-Conscious Denim Collection
Denim-Centric Apparel Drops
Mars the Label Unveils a Statement-Making Drop
Petite Womens Denim Capsules
Mother Denim Releases a Petite Collection for Women Under 5'4"
One-Legged Luxury Fashion Jeans
Coperni Continues to Initiate Conversation with One-Legged Jeans
Understated High Rise Jeans
Buffalo Jeans' High Rise Wide Leg Addie Acid Wash Style is Effortless
Sustainable Kids Apparel
Kidly Debuts a New Eco Denim Collection for Toddlers and School-Age Kids
Nature-Inspired Denim Collections
Yoga Jeans Releases Bloom-Named Spring-Summer 2025 Line
Tailored Americana Fashion
Gap Launched Its Premium GapStudio Sub-Label with Collection 01
Unpredictable Spring-Centric Fashion
Y/Project Presents a Look at its New Capsule for SS24
Gargantuan Sustainable Jeans
These Gigantic Jeans Will Be Upcycled Into Other Products
Organic Cotton Denim Capsules
Icon Denim LA Unveils a New Organic Cotton Capsule with Four Styles
Expanded Denim Recycling Programs
Anthropologie Customers Can Turn In Worn Denim to be Repurposed
Technical Denim-Worked Sneakers
Vans OTW and FDMTL Join Forces on a Special Collection
Banana Fiber Apparel
Interloop Limited and Simply Suzette Launch the Unpeeled Collection
Modern Denim Pop-Up Shops
Urban Outfitters Launches a BDG Pop-Up with the Denim Swap Shop
Brand-Collaborative Denim Staples
Lulus Partners with Levi's to Launch a Denim Collection
Denim-Upholstered Sofas
Mobilious's Denim Sofa Collection Uses a Timeless, Durable Material
Designer-Approved Western Apparel
Dapper Dan Debuts a New Spring Collection with GAP
Durable All-Purpose Lifestyle Denim
The Standard Issue Denim 001 is Ready for Any Purpose
Fall-Ready Bejewelled Denim Capsules
Jacob Cohën Presents His New Collection for FW23
Eco-Friendly Denim Fabrics
This Fabric is Crafted From Cellulosic Viscose & Recycled Polyester
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
Warm-Weather Denim Essentials
AMO Denim's Summer '25 Collection is Practical and Stylish
Reinventive Denim Campaigns
Chapter Two of the REIMAGINE Campaign Honors Levi's Denim Heritage
Americana-Inspired Spring Fashion
Woolrich Presents Origin Stories: Americana for SS24
Black-Tonal Olympian Denim
DENHAM Unveils the Olympics-Inspired 'Black Kinetic Denim' Line
Modern Denim-Inspired Bag Designs
ModChic Leather Channels the Canadian Tuxedo with the Nene Bag
Accessible Nostalgic Apparel Lines
Gap and DÔEN Launch a Vintage-Inspired Capsule Collection
Versatile Denim Capsules
Silver Jeans Co. Offers Comfortable Silhouettes with Different Washes
Revamped Gen Z Fashion
Walmart Refreshes its Gen Z-Focused 'No Boundaries' Collection