When Taylor Swift stepped out in a pair of £810 embellished Area jeans for the Super Bowl back in February, the world took note.
According to Lyst, searches for the star’s bedazzled denim trousers skyrocketed by 331 per cent. Brands took the hint and started to create their own embellished pieces for consumers to snap up. It wasn’t long until the party-ready jeans began to dominate both the high street and high fashion sphere.
Embellished jeans fuse high-octane glamour with everyday style, which can take the wearer from day to night with ease. An item of clothing that doubles up as jazzy office attire and date night uniform, the slacks are the go-to piece for days when you simply have ‘nothing’ to wear.
They also put comfort back into cocktail party dressing. Instead of hopelessly yanking down your mini skirt on the tube in fear of flashing or tripping over an ankle-grazing gown, embellished jeans offer a functional alternative for smarter soirees without sacrificing elegance. Slip into some kitten heels and a crisp white shirt and you have yourself a thoroughly faffless cool-girl ensemble.
Take a leaf out of Gigi Hadid’s book. Back in March 2022, the star was photographed in a pair of embellished mom jeans while taking daughter Khai out for a stroll. Later, she donned another iridescent pair for Self-Portrait’s Resort 2024 campaign, which championed a hedonistic party girl moodboard. Talk about versatility.
Fellow luxury labels such as Ashish, Stella McCartney, PATBO and Mugler stock exquisitely constructed embellished pieces for no-budget buyers to invest in. Spanning an array of cuts from flares to straight-legs, faded finishes to dark washes, there’s a pair for all with the cash to splash.
As per, the high street is hot on luxury’s heels. Mango, Whistles and & Other Stories provide more accessible options replete with razzle-dazzle. Whether rhinestones, sequins or studs float your boat, there’s plenty in store for those wanting to elevate their seasonless wardrobes with a dreamy denim look.
Discover the best embellished jeans for year-round wear and shop the edit below.
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Reformation Abby High Rise Straight Jeans
Reformation, one of Gigi Hadid and Taylor Swift’s favourite brands, is the proud source of the ever-popular Abby jeans. The soft wearable trousers radiate party girl glamour, thanks to their glittering, all-over rhinestone finish and black wash backdrop.
Buy now £198.00, Reformation
Area Embellished High Rise Butterfly Jeans
Area’s Y2K cut-out jeans made headlines thanks to Taylor Swift. The star was pictured in the playful pair of trousers, which come complete with a sprinkling of crystals in the shape of a sweet butterfly cut-out on the thigh. Check out her other Super Bowl jeans by Area here.
Buy now £660.00, MyTheresa
Sandro Rhinestone Jeans
Never underestimate the power of a Sandro jean. The French fashion house may be known for its preppy knits and chic construction, but its denim selection is not to be slept on. These faded black jeans are delicately glazed with rhinestones. Wear yours for office days in and club nights out.
Buy now £174.30, Sandro
Ganni Crystal-Embellished Straight Leg Jeans
Pepper your denim collection with a healthy sprinkling of sparkle. Ganni’s crystal-embellished jeans are not to go unmissed. A scattering of the brand’s glimmering It-girl logo is set against a rich ecru backdrop to signify the wearer as a certified stylista.
Buy now £128.00, The Outnet
Selected Femme Rhinestone Wide Fit Jeans
Pack a punch with a pair of shimmering wide-legs. These cool, casual slacks come in a classic dark blue wash with an airy, lightweight design. Made from recycled fabric, the jeans are sustainable and sassy in equal measure.
Buy now £110.00, Selected Femme
H&M 90s Straight High Jeans
A gentle dusting of silver crystals adorns these affordable H&M jeans. Larger gems complemented by smaller droplet jewels create a Studio 54 feel, while a straight-leg silhouette and high-rise cut exude Nineties nonchalance.
Buy now £39.99, H&M
Connor Ives Embellished Boyfriend Jeans
Flex your fashion knowledge with a Connor Ives piece. The designer’s embellished jeans are a unique pick. Geometric circles dotted down the sides, stud detailing and a boyfriend silhouette make for a playful yet distinctive take on denimwear.
Buy now £395.00, Net-A-Porter
Benetton Carrot Fit Jeans with Rhinestone
Take to the streets like a rhinestone cowboy in Benetton’s Carrot Fit Jeans with crystal embellishment. The pure cotton trousers showcase a light blue bleach to mirror a worn, vintage look.
Buy now £89.95, Benetton
Monki Iku High Waist Loose Embellished Jeans
When it comes to casual dress codes, a little sparkle never hurts. Monki’s Iku jeans can be dressed up for festival days out or dressed down for office days in. Made with organic cotton and showcasing a high-waisted silhouette, the high-street garment is a surefire hit among friends and fashionable colleagues.
Buy now £40.00, Monki
Ashish Forget-Me-Not Sequinned Flared Jeans
Shelve quiet luxury and look to Ashish for statement-making pieces. The brand’s Forget-Me-Not flares are hot property. Dazzling hand-sewn sequins in a floral motif pepper the wide-legs, which display bold red blooms dotted with golden buds and spiralling green foliage.
Buy now £1330.00, Matches
