5 Gen Z–Coded Bootcut-Jeans Outfits to Wear in 2026

January 26, 2026

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Skinny jeans are back, but if you’re not on board just yet, let me introduce you to the 2026 denim trend Gen Z‘s It girls are reaching for instead. Bootcut jeans are the Gen Z answer to effortlessly chic outfits in 2026. The slim-flare cut instantly upgrades a boring white T-shirt and jeans into an indie-chic look that’s ready to grace the cover of Charli XCX’s next album.

Fashion people, such as Bella Hadid and Margot Robbie, have embraced the dated denim trend, styling it with fellow indie-grunge icons: graphic tees, Napoleon jackets (a hot-ticket item on Gen Z’s 2026 fashion wish list), pointed-toe boots, faux-fur jackets, and more.

I found five Gen Z–coded bootcut-jeans outfits to wear in 2026. Included are the top shoes to wear with bootcut jeans (spoiler: moto boots and white trainers are in the lead) and the best bootcut jeans from denim-lover favourites like Levi’s, Agolde, and Reformation. Sure, cigarette jeans are cute, but if you want my Gen Z–editor opinion, slim flares are so much better. Shop the trend and see how to style bootcut jeans below. Scroll for inspiration.

5 Effortlessly Chic Bootcut-Jeans Outfits

1. Faux-Fur Jacket + Bootcut Jeans + Biker Boots

@aishafarida wears bootcut jeans with a graphic tee and faux-fur jacket.

Style Notes: Compound on the inherent indie sleaze appeal of low-rise bootcut jeans with a hiked-up graphic tee, a fluffy faux-fur jacket, Jackie Onassis–inspired sunglasses, a thick belt, and chunky boots to ground the look.

Shop the Look:

Monki

Oversized Shaggy Faux Fur Coat

GANNI

Beaded Tiger T-Shirt

Levi’s

Low Slim Boot Jeans

& Other Stories

Leather Bowling Bag

2. Leather Jacket + Bootcut Jeans + Trainers

@rubylyn_ wears a white tee, hoodie, leather jacket, sneakers, and bootcut jeans.

Style Notes: Looking for a casual bootcut-jeans outfit? Here’s a perfect example of an effortlessly chic ‘fit. A pair of white trainers, a boatneck long-sleeve, and a hoodie feel intuitive to the flared jeans.

Shop the Look:

Reformation

Veda Daphne Leather Bomber

Boden

Essential Boat-Neck Jersey Top

h&m

Bootcut Regular Jeans

Prada

Nappa Leather Sneakers

YSL

Le 5 À 7 Supple Small in Suede

THOMAS SABO

Gold-Plated Organic-Shaped Stud Earrings

3. Long Coat + Bootcut Jeans + Pointed Mules

@piamance wears a pair of bootcut jeans, metallic top, and long leather trench.

Style Notes: A long leather trench, a beige tank, and pointed-toe shoes make bootcut jeans feel so luxurious.

Shop the Look:

Toteme

Raglan Leather Coat

Free People

Another Round Cami

Agolde

Kick Boot bootcut jeans

ZARA

Kitten-Heel Slingback Shoes

Prada

Sunglasses With Prada Logo

4. Velvet Jacket + Bootcut Jeans + Ankle Boots

Person wearing low-rise bootcut jeans, heeled boots, a white tee, a jacket, and sunglasses.

Style Notes: You need about five items to look cool in 2026: a white tee, light-wash jeans, a velvet jacket, heeled boots, and a pair of sunnies.

Shop the Look:

Alaïa

Velvet bomber jacket

Weekday

Tension Mid Rise Slim Bootcut Leg Jeans

TOMMY HILFIGER

Logo Keeper Rectangular Buckle Leather Belt

PARIS TEXAS

Belle Leather Ankle Boots

CELINE EYEWEAR

Triomphe Cat-Eye Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses

5. Napoleon Jacket + Bootcut Jeans + Slingbacks

@susiegarvie wears black bootcut jeans, heels, and a coat.

Style Notes: Napoleon jackets have been all over my feed for the past few months. We’re waiting for the high-street to fully catch up with the trend, but I’ve spotted a few already. Style the military-inspired jacket with black bootcut jeans, heels, and a clutch for an edgy look.