Streetwear is stealing the 7/8 leggings look with ankle-cut denim

Now, I don’t want to brag or anything, but I was rocking ankle-cut denim long before it was cool. It might have been due to the fact that I was a middle school girl going through a major growth spurt in the 2000s, but still. Despite being plenty of options for different lengths in 2019 (#blessed), streetwear is bringing back the exposed ankle by stealing the 7/8 leggings look. Take that, childhood bullies.

With the countdown to spring in full force, now’s the time to ditch your darks and try out the trendy light wash look that’s taking over the denim world. They don’t just pair perfectly with your wedges—that cut-off at the ankle also makes them a great option to wear with your favorite pair of sneakers, too. Plus, how can you say no to something that makes your current self super-confident and your younger, awkward self proud at the same time? Here are the best options to shop right now.

The best ankle-cut light wash denim for spring

Express Mid Rise Light Wash Jean Leggings $47.94

Madewell 9" High-Rise Skinny Crop Jeans $69.99

Everlane The Cheeky Straight Jean $68

Old Navy High-Rise Distressed Straight Ankle Jeans $49.99

Frame Le High Crop Skinny Jeans $205

American Eagle Ne(x)t Level High-Waisted Jegging $37.46

Reformation Stevie Ultra High Rise Jean $128

Rag & Bone Ruth Super High-Rise Straight $295

DL1961 Florence Ankle Mid Rise Skinny $199

GAP High Rise Wide-Leg Crop Jeans $69.95

Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra High-Rise Ankle Jeans $58.50

MOTHER The Insider High-Rise Crop Jeans $198

If you don’t want to splurge on a new pair of ankle-cut jeans, just DIY a pair—then check out these other cool upcycled clothing ideas, too. And whenever you want to add a new brand into the mix, try out these sustainable options.