The moment when the summer sun is shining and the trouser legs are gently rolled up, it’s like time is going back, but it’s full of novelty. In the summer of 2026, curled jeans and grandma shoes reappeared from the grandmother’s wardrobe on the catwalk, turning into a comfortable and fashionable everyday protagonist, so that street wear can maintain an elegant and cool feeling in the heat.
The sleek arc of curly-edged jeans
Curling the trouser legs is no longer a temporary emergency, but deliberately designed cut details, from straight to wide legs, trouser legs lightly curled to expose the ankles, instantly elongate the proportions of the lower body, visually refreshing and slimming. Brands such as Bottega Veneta and Ulla Johnson have given this classic a new lease of life with replicas of pintuck stitching or loose baggy silhouettes.
- High waist straight curled hem with basic T-shirt and belt, simple yet retro rhyme, suitable for weekend outings.
- Light blue wide-leg style curled to the calf with a silk hoodie to create a relaxed posture for a seaside vacation.
- Dark slim-fitting curled pants with sock edges inside add layering and turn around for an urban commuter look.
This design emphasizes practicality, heat protection and easy to move, whether stepping on the beach or shopping, is at ease.
The comfortable return of granny shoes
Once considered old-school, today granny shoes – strappy sandals, T-bar flats or wide-heeled loafers – are a summer staple, with thick straps covering the heel, breathable yet sturdy, perfectly balancing fashion and functionality. The retro silhouettes of Tod’s and Camper prove that comfort can also be the focus of the trend.
- Flat lace-up granny shoes with blue wide pants, echoing Jane Birkin’s French casualness, street photography must-have.
- Wide heel without back bag model with asymmetrical wide pants, highly slightly lifted but not tired legs, long-term walking first choice.
- Animal print or coffee granny sandals light up the denim monotony, playful yet elegant.
These shoes are mostly made of leather or adjustable buckle straps, which are durable and dirt-resistant and bring reliable support in the summer heat wave.
Summer perfect match tips for both
Curly trouser legs meet grandma shoes, like a fish in water: the ankle exposed trouser legs and shoelaces intertwined, the proportion is perfect; loose pants block the sun, flat shoes relieve the heat. From the runway to the street, this combination unlocks unlimited possibilities for casual and sophisticated.
- Barrel denim curled edge + grandma loaf, velvet jacket with high collar, autumn and summer change of seasons no pressure.
- Baggy low-waisted pants curled high with clip-toed granny shoes, sailor striped top, girly full score.
- Straight-leg curled pants + wide-heeled granny sandals, handbag and ballet top, European style minimalist date first choice.
The trick is to keep the upper body sleek: basic or silk, avoid complexity and let the lower body be the focus.
A new generation interpretation of retro elements
In summer 2026, this wave of trends is not only nostalgic, but also infused with modern features, such as sustainable denim and breathable materials, so that granny shoes come out of the depths of the wardrobe and become a statement of confidence. When you roll up your pants and step into summer, comfort is no longer compromised, but the core of fashion.
