Peplum Jeans Are the First New Denim Trend of 2026, and I Tried On the Pair That'll Go Viral
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Truth be told, I'm not very adventurous when it comes to denim trends. The bulk of the jeans in my collection are straight-leg and straight-leg-adjacent styles, but if there's any brand that can get me to branch out, it's Agolde.
Agolde has long had a reputation for creating unique jeans that go viral and jump-start new denim trends. The brand's Vana Fold Jeans, Elson Jeans, and Arc Criss Cross Jeans walked so its latest style could run. That style is the Peplum Jeans. Given my non-adventurous denim preferences, I was initially skeptical when I heard about the jeans. Jeans with an attached skirt aren't something I'd typically go for, but I trust Agolde to make anything wearable. Why not? Scroll to read my candid review, see how the Agolde Peplum Jeans look on, and shop the style. Don't wait—they're quickly selling out.
My Review
The jeans are made of lightweight 100% cotton and have a 31-inch inseam and a high 12.5-inch rise. I'd describe the fit as tailored and relaxed. At press time, they only come in one wash (a classic medium blue), but I predict Agolde will release more colors given the popularity of the jeans. Multiple sizes have sold out since they launched earlier this month.
For reference, I'm wearing a size 26 and wouldn't suggest sizing down in these. At 5'4", I usually steer clear of jeans with an inseam longer than 30 inches, but these somehow worked for my height. I did prefer them with heels. I just wore a very low kitten heel here, and they were the perfect length. The jeans are soft and comfortable from the very first wear. Now, let's talk about that peplum skirt.
The skirt detail is a sculptural peplum that starts below the belt loops, and the waistband has a Western feel, which makes the jeans feel even more forward. The statement-making style isn't for the faint of heart and will undoubtedly turn heads, but I found it to be far more wearable than I initially expected. The fit is effortless and cool, and they're best worn with simple, sleek pieces that don't compete with the jeans. I tried them on with an Agolde bodysuit and denim bomber jacket.
Sometimes, it's hard to put your finger on exactly why a pair of somewhat controversial jeans is so much easier to wear than expected. I've always thought the skirt- or dress-over-pants trend wasn't for me, but I think I get it after trying this two-in-one style. It adds something extra to your outfit that makes it far more interesting than trusty straight-leg jeans would.
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