Denim embraces the dark side for autumn. New styles, ranging from covetable dresses to bootcut flares, are best worn with chunky shoes, boyish shirts and excellent accessories …

Harlin deadstock denim dress, €155; www.aligne.co.

Long frayed denim skirt, €99, at & Other Stories.

Buckle leather shoulder bag, Jacquemus, €950; www.net-a-porter.com.

Straight-fit high waist denim jeans, €39.95, at Zara.

Creased patent finish horsebit loafers, €99.95, at Massimo Dutti.

Carlyn burgundy and white shirt, €102; www.mariemarot.com.

Croc-effect belt, Andersons €115; www.net-a-porter.com.

Spire bootcut jeans, €99, at COS.