# Skinny Jeans Welcome the Thin but Annoy Others By Fashion Spy | Published 2006-03-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skinny-jeans-welcome-the-thin-but-annoy-others References: [news.agendainc](http://news.agendainc.com/mt-agenda/content/archives/2006/03/skinny_jeans_we.html) & [today.reuters](http://today.reuters.com/business/newsarticle.aspx?type=reutersEdge&storyID=2006-03-16T222534Z_01_N16327880_RTRUKOC_0_US-RETAIL-THINKTHIN.xml) Think thin, trendy apparel retailers are saying this year, but while [skinny jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snugfit-denim) and longer tops may drive young shoppers into stores, the look may alienate others whose physiques beg for a roomier fit. Teen retailers and upscale fashion houses have the most to gain by the harder-edge look, but more traditional retailers will likely opt to sit out the trend. After years of [baggy or flare-cut jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-low-rise-flare) embellished with every manner of adornment, from rips and frays to rhinestones, fashionistas are trumpeting the arrival of punk-inspired, 80s-style [skinny pants in darker washes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coated-jeans) and minimal detail. (REUTERS) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Skinny Jeans Trend:** The growing popularity of skinny jeans presents an opportunity for retailers to cater to younger shoppers seeking a sleek and edgy look. - **Punk-inspired Fashion:** The resurgence of 80s-style fashion with punk-inspired elements allows fashion houses to tap into a unique aesthetic and appeal to trendsetters. - **Minimalist Apparel:** The rise of minimalism in fashion opens doors for retailers to offer sleeker and less embellished clothing options for consumers seeking a more refined style. ### Where This Applies - **Teen Retailers:** Teen apparel retailers can benefit from the skinny jeans trend, attracting younger shoppers looking for trendy and edgy fashion choices. - **Upscale Fashion Houses:** Upscale fashion houses have an opportunity to tap into the punk-inspired fashion trend and create high-end collections that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Traditional Retailers:** Traditional retailers can opt to cater to consumers seeking a roomier fit and capitalize on the growing demand for non-skinny jeans, providing a more inclusive range of options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Trend-Driven Shaping Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spanxshape-authentic-360-denim.md) - [Brand Refresh Preview Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-monday-event.md) - [Fall Denim Style Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-denim-styles.md) - [Inclusive Denim Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torrid-jeans-for-life.md) - [Size-Inclusive Organic Jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sizeinclusive-organic-jeans.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) - [Versatile Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-denim.md) - [Curated Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-24-collection.md)