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Can you ever have enough jeans? Sure, dress enthusiasts will say "yes." But for denim lovers, nothing could be better than a closet filled with studded, cropped, distressed, or worn-in denim. And now that autumn is here, raw-hemmed jeans deserve a spot in your extensive denim collection. After all, fringe is one of fall's biggest trends.
While there's never really a season in which denim isn't on trend, fall and winter seem to see an uptick in the popularity of jean material. Tights will never get old and flannel-lined anything is a must-have, but there's something about a great pair of jeans that is perennially in style.
But there can be something thrilling about jazzing up a basic jean to make things a little more interesting — and that's where fringe comes in. As one of fall's biggest trends, frayed denim gives an effortless and carefree look to your ensemble. The trendy style can be completely casual when paired with a tee, or super chic when paired with a crisp top. Versatility never was so simple.
From frayed hems to straight-up fringe denim, you've got options when it comes to rocking this look. Now, it's just a matter of starting to shop. To help you get started, here's 12 plus-size fringe styles to help you transition your denim into fall.
1. Boyfriend Fringe
Missguided Frayed Hem Distressed Denim, $56, ASOS Curve
How cute are these distressed frayed hem boyfriend jeans? If you need a casual denim slay, this is it.
2. Cropped Fringe
Standards & Practices Fringe Hem Skinny Crop Jeans, $88, Nordstrom
If you want a fringe, then why not go for it with this ultra long distressed hem?
3. White Fringe
Fray Hem Ankle Jean, $35.99, Ashley Stewart
Who says your denim has to be blue? And who says you can't wear white after Labor Day? These white fringe jeans are simply perfect.
4. No Zip Fringe
INC International Concepts Fringed Cropped Jeans, $79.50, Macy's
Check out those oversized buttons in place of a zipper. Hello, fab.
5. Light Wash Skinny
Good American Good Waist Fray, $179, Good American
Khloe Kardashian's denim line Good American has been praised for its size range, which includes 00 - 24. With plus size models like Gabi Fresh featured in advertisements, you know these jeans are, in fact, good.
6. Bell Bottom Fringe
Who What Wear Black Fringe Hem Crop, $36.99, Target
Get dramatic in these bell bottom, cropped fringe jeans.
7. Pom Pom Fringe
Good American Pom Pom Good Boot Crop, $169, Good American
Who doesn't love a new take on a trend? Pom pom fringe is a go.
8. Faded Fringe
Poetic Justice Verla Frayed Hem Crop Boyfriend Jeans, $64, Nordstrom
Faded patches, rips, and fray? These jeans have it all.
9. Denim Fringe
Cello Frayed Hem Destroyed Skinny Jeans, $19.49, Charlotte Russe
These jeans feature a fringe made completely from the pants' own denim.
10. High-Waisted Fray
City Chic Distressed Frayed-Hem Jeans, $89, City Chic
Why not embrace two trends at once?
11. Dark Wash Fringe
Refuge Destroyed Skinny Jeans, $29.59, Charlotte Russe
If dark wash jeans are your jam, these jeans will help you keep your deeply hued denim allegiance and rock fringe.
12. Asymmetrical Fringe
Fast Lane Skinny Ankle Frayed Asymmetrical Hem, $69.96, Lane Bryant
A straight edge isn't necessary to rock a fringe.
