I have had my eye on the rise of dark-wash jeans for about two years now, and I am so happy to see them hit the mainstream in time for winter 2026. These darker denim styles instantly make any outfit look more expensive and elegant to boot, which is a major win in my book. With that in mind, I recently set out to round up some of the best dark-wash jeans of the moment from favorites like Nordstrom, Zara, H&M, Gap, J.Crew, Madewell, Levi’s, and more.
Ahead, you can shop the elevated denim trend in a variety of styles that range from barrel jeans to straight-leg jeans, wide-leg jeans, and low-rise options. Each will pair perfectly this season with a standout sweater or top and so many great coats. Keep scrolling to shop 40 pairs of dark-wash jeans that will have you looking like a fashion person this winter.
Shop Chic Dark-Wash Jeans
ZARA High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
J.Crew Barrel-Leg Jean
Reformation Elton Mid Rise Straight Leg Jeans
COS Reprise Straight-Leg Jeans
Gap High Rise Stride Wide-Leg Jeans
Madewell Longline Straight Leg Jeans
Levi’s Cinch Baggy Jeans
H&M Flared High Jeans
J.Crew Charley Kickout Cropped Jean
H&M Slim-Fit Mom High Ankle Jeans
ZARA Mid-Rise Wide Leg Jeans
Alex Eagle X J.crew Relaxed-Fit Jean
Gap Mid Rise Ultrasoft Baggy Jeans
ZARA Z1975 Jogger Wide Leg Jeans
Levi’s Ribcage Wide-Leg Linen+ Denim Jeans
Gap High Rise Barrel Jeans
AGOLDE Harper Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
H&M Harper High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
J.Crew Nipped Straight Jean
Levi’s 1950’s 701 Jeans
Bayeas High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Gap Low Slung Extra Baggy Jeans
H&M Baggy High Jeans
H&M Bleecker High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
ZARA Hi-Rise Straight Leg Jeans
H&M Flared High Jeans
Joe’s Jeans The Twisted Ryan Low Rise Baggy Jeans
Levi’s 501 Original Jeans
Madewell The Balloon Leg Jeans
ZARA Full Length Mid-Rise Jeans
H&M Bootcut High Jeans
Mavi Jeans Sydney Mid Rise Flare Jeans
J.Crew Slim-Wide Jean
Reformation Greer Straight Leg Jeans
H&M Wide High Jeans
Madewell The Low Slung Cuffed Baggy Jeans
ZARA Z1975 Bootcut Denim Pants
Gap Mid Rise Metallic Cuffed Baggy Jeans
H&M Ava Ultra High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
FRAME The Arrow High Waist Relaxed Bootcut Jeans