If I’m not wearing sweats, I’m wearing these jeans. After a year of feeling bored (and slightly betrayed) by most denim trends — too high, too tight, too fussy. I finally found a pair I actually want to put on my body: the Levi’s XL Baggy Straight jeans.
They’re relaxed without being sloppy, structured without squeezing my waist, and somehow read a little like trousers — but way more comfortable. Here’s my honest review and six ways I’ve been styling them on repeat. I always wind up returning to Levi’s when I don’t know what jean styles I love. And they never disappoint. What do I love so much about a fairly wide-legged baggy pair of jeans? Allow me to share.
Why I’m Loving Levi’s XL Baggy Straight Jeans Right Now
LEFT: Levi’s XL Baggy in Wash: Influential Lady, in size: 30 x 31
(also at Zappos) \\ Jacket | Tee | Sneakers
RIGHT: Levi’s XL Baggy in Wash: Thanks Friend, in size: 30 x 29 – on sale!
(also on sale at Nordstrom) \\ Cardigan (M) | adidas
I love that these give a vibe of trousers in a way and yet they don’t fit like a trouser (as someone who is straighter through the midsection and shorter in the torso trousers are such a tough fit for me and always have been.) These jeans have a cool baggy fit that feel fresh to me and since they aren’t tight or high on the waist they’re so comfy on my perimenopausal bod. But even though they’re baggy, they still look flattering on the booty, which obviously we want.
Cardigan (M) | Jeans (30 x 29) | adidas
I currently have two pairs of these Levi’s. I just added the medium blue wash in a bit shorter inseam for wearing with my flatter sneakers and shoes for spring. The black pair I’ve had since this fall and have worn a bazillion times…in NYC, on girl’s wine weekend, at the holidays when I went to see family and then every other day at home in between pretty much. Compared to the slimmer straight leg styles, I just find these much easier to style right now.
6 Outfits With My Favorite Levi’s Jeans
And now, for the outfits. I’ve been wearing the black ones on repeat since October and when I say on repeat I mean every other day. They’re just cool and easy and I actually want to put them on my body. I’ve dressed them up and worn them with lots of sneakers for casual days, too. And the best part about baggy, wide leg jeans? I can wear them with a variety of shoes and there’s no ‘figuring it out’ issues (besides inseam lengths.)
1 | Baggy Jeans + Silk Top + Boots
Shirt (M) | Jeans (30 x 31) | Similar Boots | Bag
I adore this all black outfit with my favorite silk shirt, the jeans and pointed toe boots. When I want to feel more put together but still in jeans, this is the combo I go for. This washable silk shirt is a closet staple…so good. And shoutout to this gorgeous bag Paris Wang sent over. I’m in love with the color and how soft the suede is. It will be stunning with navy, too.
2 | Baggy Jeans + adidas Track Jacket + Sneakers
Jacket (M) | Jeans (30 x 29) | adidas (my favs over Sambas) | Similar Tee | Similar Hat
I can’t wait for the rain to stop here again so I can get out in my cute spring sneakers and this new adidas denim track jacket. I’m in love. Forever. It’s men’s sizing which means perfectly oversized on me. TTS for that kinda fit. The blue pair here in the 29″ inseam are perfect for all my flatter sneakers AND if I ever find a pair of ballet flats I actually like.
3 | Baggy Jeans + A Springy Button Down + Sneakers
Shirt (M) | Jeans (30 x 31) | Similar adidas
I recently picked up this pretty blue Madewell button down with pajama-esque vibes and it’s so fun. I’m still playing around with other ways to style it, but I love it with the black denim. As it gets warmer I’ll pair it with a more springy shoe…if I can find those elusive ballet flats I like or maybe a sandal with a bit of a heel or platform?
4 | Baggy Jeans + Spring Cardigan + Low Profile Sneakers
Cardigan (M) | Jeans (30 x 29) | adidas
Ok now for something a else little springy…this super soft navy cardigan from Splendid is so lovely. It’s just the right length and cut and I’m going to be living in it when I don’t want a baggy-on-baggy outfit vibe.
5 | Baggy Jeans + An Oversized Bomber Jacket
Jacket (M) | Similar Sweater | Tee (M) | Jeans (30) | Sneakers | Bag | Similar Hat
This is one of my favorite outfits right now on cooler days. And it’s a casual travel outfit I will continue to rely on. The shoes are incredibly comfortable, the jacket is oversized freaking perfection and the jeans make it feel on-trend but comfy. This Clare V. purse is my go-to for travel, too.
6 | Baggy Jeans + An Oversized Button Down Shirt
Shirt (M) | Jeans (30) | Sneakers | Similar Hat
This is another go-to combo for me that I’ve worn a bunch of times. I’ll say it again finding the perfect button down shirt is game changing and this one from Reformation is cut so beautifully. The slits on the sides make it less overwhelming on my shorter stature when wearing it untucked. The other proportions are just perfect, too.
Are Baggy Jeans Still On-Trend?
Yes! Most of our team are still diving into baggy jeans for spring 2026. We love them. A couple of years ago when we started seeing baggy wide leg jeans I didn’t know if I would get on board with them. I was a big fan of my straight leg pairs. But, now I’m fully committed and not looking back. I tried slimmer straight leg jeans again recently and while I still like them occasionally they are just trickier to style than these XL Baggy pairs.
I hope you’ll give them a try if you’ve been wanting to get into the trend!
xo,
L
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