# Ruffled Denim Slacks Collina Strada's Gauley Ruffle Pant Brings a New Softness to Jeans By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffle-pant References: [no6store](https://no6store.com/products/collina-strada-gauley-ruffle-pant-in-denim-blue) & [collinastrada](http://www.collinastrada.com/) The 100% cotton denim Collina Strada Gauley Ruffle Pant boasts an unusual design that fuses the traditional style of [denim trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-denim-styles) with a large, cascading detail that might otherwise be found on a dress or a skirt. To add further interest to the piece, the design includes a raw hem that creates extra texture on the piece. To leave the design of the dramatic, sculptural element of the pants uninterrupted, the cropped denim slacks have a back zipper closure. The use of large-scale denim ruffles are also explored in other garments from designer Collina Strada, such as the El Moro Ruffle Dress and the El Moro Ruffle Top. A number of [over-the-top denim styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-denim-collections-levis-and-adsb-andersson-bell-join-forces-to-reimagi) are emerging across the fashion industry, challenging consumers to consider investing in jeans once more after favoring athleisure styles for so long. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Over-the-top Denim Styles:** Opportunity for designers to push the boundaries of denim fashion and create unique and eye-catching styles. - **Raw Hem Detail:** Chance for brands to incorporate raw hems in their denim products, adding a textured and edgy look to traditional jeans. - **Large-scale Denim Ruffles:** Innovative opportunity to use ruffles in unexpected ways, transforming denim clothing into sculptural pieces with a touch of femininity. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore new denim designs to attract customers who are seeking unconventional and statement-making clothing. - **Textile:** Textile manufacturers can develop raw hem techniques and large-scale denim ruffles to supply unique materials for the fashion industry. - **Retail:** Retailers can stock and promote over-the-top denim styles to tap into the emerging demand for bold and unconventional jeans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Potato Chip-Brand Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridgewear.md) - [One-Legged Luxury Fashion Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onelegged-jean.md) - [Easygoing Denim Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snugfit-denim.md) - [Flattering Retro Oversized Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jnco.md) - [Fall Denim Style Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-denim-styles.md) - [Understated High Rise Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-rise-wide-leg.md) - [Singer-Joined Y2K Flare Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-low-rise-flare.md) - [Versatile Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-denim.md) - [Relaxed Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-2025-denim-collection.md)