Whilst jeans as a category are an enduring wardrobe staple, certain cuts and crops ebb and flow with the seasons. Where skinny jeans once ruled the roost, relaxed, straight-leg styles have largely taken their place. But beyond these bigger shifts, each new season brings its own smaller denim trends to the fore. And as we settle into autumn, I’ve started to notice one particularly chic style circulating in fashion circles: cuffed jeans.
Taking the trend out for a spin this week, I spotted Zendaya stepping out in a mid-wash blue pair finished with a generous turned-up hem. Styled with black shoes—specifically, a pair of heeled ballerinas—her look brought together two of the season’s biggest denim and footwear trends in one. Finished with a longline leather coat and a simple white tee, the outfit was simple, but the thoughtful combination of jeans and shoes made it feel so distinctly 2026.
Beyond adding an extra dimension to the denim, the thick cuff creates a cropped effect that taps into another key silhouette of the season. Paired with sleek black heeled ballerinas, it feels polished yet unfussy, with a distinctly French-girl energy that makes the combination all the more appealing.
Inspired? Read on to shop the cuffed jeans and heeled ballet flats I’d recommend below.
Shop Cuffed Jeans and Black Heels:
Honestly, these look more expensive than they actually are.
Style with cuffed jeans or pair these with a trending knee-length skirt.
These also come in black, cream and indigo.
The block heel adds some height without sacrificing any comfort.
Style these with black heels or pair them with simple loafers.
Shop your heels from the label Zendaya loves.
The cuffed finish means that these crop at the ankle for a polished, put-together look.
The pointed-toe finish gives these such an elevated energy.
IMO, COS’s jeans are some of the best on the high street.
These also come in half sizes, so you can find your perfect fit.
