Denim : The Barrel Style Everyone is Talking About

Barrel and horseshoe shaped denim jeans remain one of the key styles for the season ahead. Introduced or made famous by the likes of Frame and Toteme, we are increasingly seeing high street brands alike introducing their takes on this interesting and unique style - the beauty of the barrel leg jean is that it instantly upgrades, or should we say, updates your wardrobe. A modern style that looks fantastic when paired with classic pieces.

This divisive style has the relaxed look of baggier styles, whilst still hugging the hips. Typically, barrel legged styles peak around the knees, before regaining their elegance and tapering towards the ankle. As their name suggests, they replicate the bulging middle of a traditional bowed barrel. Whilst certainly not a style for everyone, you can find styles that aren't as exaggerated, and what we love are how easily these barrel denim styles can be styled - from a simple sweater (above) to some of our favourites below!

It looks like it will be some months before we are ready to part ways with knitwear. Luckily, both lightweight and chunkier blend knits pair perfectly with this denim style. Keeping accessories minimal, pair with a simple ballet flat, loafer or low heel for an elegant look.

Something that we all have in our wardrobes - a sleek tailored shirt in white, cream or a pale blue perhaps! Shirting works really well with this style, particularly if well fitted. There is such a lovely contrast between a smart tailored buttoned shirt and barrel denim. Dress up with heels or smart flats.

Smarten up this casual style barrel denim with a sleek blazer - from a cropped boucle style to a sleek tailored number. Finish with heels or pointed flats and simple jewellery for a polished look day or night!