Team Whistles: How to Style our Barrel Leg Jeans Our signature Barrel Leg Jean is a fan-favourite — and for good reason. It represents a modern take on a wardrobe classic, where staple denim is reworked with a contemporary focus on silhouette. In light of that, we caught up with Team Whistles to shine a spotlight on why the jean is such a fan-favourite, with staff members showcasing the many ways to effortlessly style Barrel Leg Jeans. What are Barrel Leg Jeans? When creating our Barrel Leg Jeans, the Whistles Design Team looked at reworking a ubiquitous wardrobe favourite — the ever-popular jean — through a modern lens. When speaking about the jeans, Emily Adams, Senior Knitwear and Jersey Designer at Whistles, said “transcending trends, our Barrel Leg Jeans have been a staple in the Whistles wardrobe for many seasons”. They’re a blend of contemporary and timeless style, taking the foundations of what makes jeans such a favourite — versatile, endlessly wearable, laid-back yet elevated — and updating the silhouette for contemporary dressing. What results is a style you’ll reach for again and again — whether dressed up with an elevated top or kept casual with a laid-back tee. Who suits Barrel Leg Jeans? “Designed to flatter in an effortless and contemporary way, our Barrel Leg Jeans are characterised by a high waist and a wider leg that tapers towards a cropped ankle, with a forward placed seam that emphasises the silhouette”, said Emily, when discussing how our Barrel Leg Jeans fit. Designed for both comfort and style, the fit brings a modern touch to everyday denim. Our women’s Barrel Leg Jeans come in a range of colours — including black, white and various denim washes — are available in both stretch and regular denim and are offered in petite sizing, making them versatile and suited to a variety of styles. How to wear Barrel Leg Jeans We caught up with Team Whistles to showcase their approach to styling Barrel Leg Jeans, spotlighting why they’re such an integral part of their everyday wardrobe. From pairing with colourful knitwear to elevating with statement accessories, Barrel Leg Jeans provide the perfect foundation for day-to-night styling. “Whistles petite Barrel Leg Jeans are a staple in my wardrobe as they are easily styled with both casual and smart options. Here I have styled them with one of my favourite Whistles blazers and elevated the look with an embellished bandeau to take them from day to evening.” JO, ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER “Whistles petite Barrel Leg Jeans are a staple in my wardrobe as they are easily styled with both casual and smart options. Here I have styled them with one of my favourite Whistles blazers and elevated the look with an embellished bandeau to take them from day to evening.” JO, ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER “One of the things I love most about our Barrel Leg Jeans is how versatile they are. You can easily pair them back with a classic tee or gorgeous piece of knitwear and trainers for a more casual look, or with a shirt and heels for a more elevated look. As the Buyer on the denim team, we want to ensure that comfort and fit is at the forefront of our styles for the customer and this jean definitely ticks all the boxes. The light wash is my favourite as it looks great throughout the seasons.” ANNA, BUYING TEAM “One of the things I love most about our Barrel Leg Jeans is how versatile they are. You can easily pair them back with a classic tee or gorgeous piece of knitwear and trainers for a more casual look, or with a shirt and heels for a more elevated look. As the Buyer on the denim team, we want to ensure that comfort and fit is at the forefront of our styles for the customer and this jean definitely ticks all the boxes. The light wash is my favourite as it looks great throughout the seasons.” ANNA, BUYING TEAM “Owning a pair of Barrel Leg Jeans has become one of my favourite wardrobe staples — they’re such an easy, everyday piece to style. These jeans are incredibly comfortable and versatile, pairing well with just about anything. I like to wear mine slightly oversized for a more relaxed look, usually styling them simply with a fitted white tee and, if you’re wondering what shoes to wear with Barrel Leg jeans, my go-to is ballet pumps. I didn’t expect to love the shape as much as I do, but it’s been a pleasant surprise and a great discovery. Now that I own a pair, I can’t imagine my wardrobe without them.” CHRISTIE, EDITORIAL TEAM “Owning a pair of Barrel Leg Jeans has become one of my favourite wardrobe staples — they’re such an easy, everyday piece to style. These jeans are incredibly comfortable and versatile, pairing well with just about anything. I like to wear mine slightly oversized for a more relaxed look, usually styling them simply with a fitted white tee and, if you’re wondering what shoes to wear with Barrel Leg jeans, my go-to is ballet pumps. I didn’t expect to love the shape as much as I do, but it’s been a pleasant surprise and a great discovery. Now that I own a pair, I can’t imagine my wardrobe without them.” CHRISTIE, EDITORIAL TEAM ““I like to wear my Barrel Leg Jeans with a sharp white shirt and statement flats — it’s simple but feels considered, and always works no matter what the day throws at me.” NAILAH, ECOMMERCE TEAM ““I like to wear my Barrel Leg Jeans with a sharp white shirt and statement flats — it’s simple but feels considered, and always works no matter what the day throws at me.” NAILAH, ECOMMERCE TEAM MORE LIKE THIS Lookbooks Limited Edition: Pre-Fall 2025 With Whistles Limited Edition Pre-Fall 2025, our Design Team places emphasis on heightened design – think statement prints, innovative fabrics and reinvented ...read more Music Listen: High Summer 2025 playlist With the arrival of our High Summer 2025 Collection, we’ve curated a playlist that reflects the arrival of lighter, warmer ...read more Fashion & Trends MARIANNE SMYTH’S SS25 PICKS Marianne Smyth is renowned for her impeccable style, having amassed a loyal following under her @smythsisters platform. 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