Sienna Miller and Jennifer Lopez Just Reminded Me That Frayed-Hem Jeans Have Always Been Chic

As two of fashion’s major heavyweights, Sienna Miller and Jennifer Lopez have a keen understanding of the season’s most relevant trends. Despite their distinct personal styles—Miller often gravitates towards a floaty, boho aesthetic, while Lopez is drawn to bold, structured silhouettes—there are moments when their fashion choices overlap. When that happens, you know you’ve come across a trend in the making.

This time, the crossover came in the form of a once-forgotten denim trend that’s been out of rotation for years. While frayed-hem jeans used to dominate denim racks, the past few years have seen them quietly conquered by neater. While frayed hems never truly “fell out,” they’ve become far less common over the past few years, perhaps because they were so often associated with skinny jeans. As skinny styles waned in popularity, so too did the rough-edged detail that frequently accompanied them.

Reviving the look for winter 2024, Sienna Miller stepped out in mid-wash blue horseshoe jeans featuring the nostalgic frayed hem detail. Paired with a cosy knit and comfortable clogs, her off-duty outfit felt effortlessly relaxed, with the undone hem adding to the laid-back energy.

Taking a more formal approach to her frayed denim styling, Lopez wore her high-waisted and floor-skimming frayed jeans in a cool blue shade with a white button-down and a long-line trench coat. With a Hermès bag in hand and oversized sunglasses blocking out the rays, Lopez established that trend can be woven into your weekday wardrobe with ease.

For those looking to try this trend at home, it’s tempting to grab a pair of scissors and create your own frayed hems—something I’ve done myself on too many occasions. However, as I eventually learned, it’s a skill best left to the professionals if you want to nail the look without running the risk of ruining your favourite jeans.