This Season’s Hottest Jeans Aren’t Wide-Leg Anymore

Emma Caldwell
September 18, 2026

The arrival of the in-between days invites us to enjoy milder temperatures, which will make us forget summer looks. And jeans, in their barrel version, are the garment that comes to the rescue of these strange days, halfway between the two seasons.

Brands such as Zara, Mango, Massimo Dutti or H&M have among their ranks a lot of jeans of this style. Always with a very flattering cut, with the curved silhouette, and with colors ranging from the classic blue to black, passing through on-trend tones such as chocolate brown.

If you are currently thinking about making a new purchase, which you can also wear during the cold months, you should go for this type of jeans newly arrived in-store. A completely foolproof choice that will instantly add a special touch to all your basic looks during these in-between days. Here are the designs that fit best.

And to help you in the search for the perfect pair of jeans, we’ve selected the best buys from the autumn collections, which are arriving at Zara, Mango, Massimo Dutti and company. The options are endless!


Vaqueros negros de estilo barrel de Zara (29,99 euros)

Barrel-style black jeans from Zara (29.99 euros)

The new arrivals sections of our go-to stores arrive packed with versatile mid-season pieces like these black jeans. A fully on-trend cut that flatters all silhouettes.


Vaqueros barrel de Massimo Dutti (59,99 euros)

Massimo Dutti barrel jeans (59.99 euros)

The time has come to start discovering the first autumn basics arriving in stores. This pair of jeans, in washed blue, cannot be missing from any wardrobe this fall.


Vaqueros con tachuelas de Mango (49,99 euros)

Studded jeans from Mango (49.99 euros)

This type of transition-piece proposals are a safe bet for any look. Choose a different tone, such as khaki, to create the best outfits for the new season. The studs make all the difference.


Vaqueros barrel de H&M (44,99 euros)

H&M barrel jeans (44.99 euros)

A piece of full-on trend that you can wear at all hours during the first days of autumn. If you want to achieve a slightly more formal look, pair them with a blazer and a white shirt.

Emma Caldwell
Emma Caldwell
I’m Clara Desrosiers, a writer and fashion editor based in Toronto. I founded Backdoor Toronto to explore the intersection of fashion, identity, and culture through honest storytelling. My work is driven by curiosity, community, and a love for the creative pulse that defines this city.