Y2k’s current influence on style knows no bounds. From kitschy charm jewelry to scratchy velour tracksuits, it’s clear the early aughts are back and better than ever—depending on who you ask. As an avid Pinterest scroller, there’s one throwback style choice in particular that’s been clogging my feed, and I’m not entirely sure how to feel about it. There are certain moments from the early 2000s that I have purposely tucked into the back of my mind, including the era of baggy clothing. But what’s old is new again because baggy jean shorts—jorts, if you will—are trending with Gen-Z fashion enthusiasts, who have managed to take something that was once seen as comically cringeworthy and turned it into a piece that’s unironically chic and edgy. Even celebrities like Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber and Emily Ratajkowski have tried their hand at this sartorial choice.
As a Gen-Zer myself, this trend was not on my bingo card of fashion revivals, but surprisingly, the more I think about it, I’m not mad at it. With spring weather on the cusp of fully emerging, the oversize, wide-leg style might just be a godsend in warmer temps. A good pair of baggy jorts will fall just above or completely over the knee, leaving your calves bare to the world. If you’re anything like me and curious about how to incorporate this intriguing piece into your wardrobe this season, below are six ways to style baggy jorts that you can easily recreate.
