The baggy jeans you hated as kids are now a trendsetter

Many fashion enthusiasts would agree that trends often experience a cyclical revival, and one comeback making an impact is the resurgence of baggy/oversized jeans. This return isn’t just a shift in fashion; it has become a “must-to-hop-on” trend in Nigeria and around the world, defying what was set by the sleek, skinny jeans era of the past decade.

Once considered socially inappropriate or unfashionable, baggy jeans have made a triumphant return to the mainstream. What we all may agree was once a source of childhood embarrassment and a tag of being ‘uncool’—the baggy pants we probably all despised, growing up in the early era of trap music and social media—has now become a symbol of comfort and self-expression.

Beyond mere shifts in fashion preferences, the return of baggy jeans and general baggy clothing carries cultural significance, particularly among the youth connecting the present to the rebellious spirit of the ’90s. The influence of streetwear on mainstream fashion is evident in the revival of baggy jeans. Streetwear, synonymous with a laid-back and authentic vibe, has paved the way for the acceptance of comfy clothing, further solidifying its essence.

The comeback of this style is not just confined to the fashion people; in the music industry, artists, especially the Gen Z, have embraced this style, reminiscent of the early 2000s. You might attribute it to the loose and carefree aesthetic of this new era of artists.

The return of baggy jeans in the 2020s isn’t just about bringing back an old fashion style; it shows how trends cycle, and culture shapes our choices. From not liking them as kids to loving them now, baggy jeans represent individuality, comfort, and a link to the past. With music and fashion hand in hand, and influencers worldwide supporting this trend, it’s obvious that this trend is sticking around.