Anne Hathaway, 42, Wore the Divisive Jeans People Can’t Decide Whether to Love or Hate

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The Gist

Anne Hathaway was seen filming The Devil Wears Prada 2 in New York City.
Dressed in costume, she wore an elevated version of a white tee, statement accessories, and divisive barrel-leg jeans.
Shop similar versions of her versatile bottoms—which are also a petite-fashion staple—from Pistola, Madewell, and Gap.

While we don’t know every single detail about The Devil Wears Prada 2, we do know that Andy Sachs returns to the screen—and her fashion choices are dramatically elevated.

Sachs no longer reaches for lumpy cerulean blue sweaters or unassuming black shoes, and New York City sightings of Anne Hathaway filming the long-awaited sequel prove it. Most recently, the actress was seen in costume wearing an all-white ensemble, consisting of Prada Mohawk pumps, a vintage Coach briefcase, oversized Barton sunglasses, and glitzy jewelry from Jemma Wynne and Natasha Schweitzer. Though, it was her divisive jeans that caught my attention.

Pistola Eli Ankle Barrel Jeans

Madewell the Darted Barrel-Leg Jeans

Hathaway’s Nili Lotan pants featured oversized front pockets, a mid-rise waist, and cropped hems. The notable barrel-leg silhouette broke away from traditional denim shapes, darting out at the knees to create a balloon-like effect. This simple style choice has made waves in fashion circles, causing some to be opposed to the unconventional design. However, others—like Hailey Bieber, Jennifer Lopez, and Julianne Moore—have given it a roaring round of applause.

I definitely fall into the latter group, falling in love with the fashion-forward look—especially because of its petite-friendly design. And I know what you’re thinking: Hathaway stands tall at 5-foot-8, but Michelle Williams, who wore this style earlier this year at just 5-foot-4, proved it still creates the illusion of mile-long legs.

Barrel-leg jeans are surprisingly easy to style, too. Pair them with a simple cropped tee and comfy sneakers for a laid-back vibe, or dress them up with an off-the-shoulder ruched blouse and kitten heels for the perfect date-night look.

IMO, barrel-leg jeans are certainly a fashion non-negotiable—and Andy Sachs (or, Anne Hathaway) agrees. Shop more styles, below.