Inspired by the Runway: This Season's Denim Takes a Cue From Designer's Fall 2013 Collections

Delft porcelain has forever rested on the shelves of a china cabinet, but it’s time to take the pottery pattern to the street-after a quick stop on the runway, of course.

THE INSPIRATION: Valentino

SHOP IT: Rebecca Minkoff, cotton and spandex, $128; rebeccaminkoff.com

Paisley is no longer a print of the past-as a matter of fact, it is undeniably a motif of the moment. Pair your paisley with a simple top to counterpart the busyness of this bold bottom.

THE INSPIRATION: Givenchy

SHOP IT: Forever 21, cotton, polyester, and spandex, $23; forever21.com

Denim has been in demand for ages experiencing evolutions and innovations, but nothing feels more futuristic than a phosphorescent finish. Hi-shine silvers lend a glamorous glint to an otherwise casual style.

THE INSPIRATION: Milly

SHOP IT: J Brand, Lamb suede, $994; jbrand.com

If you’re a sucker for denim but the beloved bottom seems too casual for evening outings, look for a sultry pair embossed with a croc print. Combine with like colors and you will be slithering into the night.

THE INSPIRATION: Kenzo

SHOP IT: DL1961, ProModal and polyester, $248; dl1961.com

• Looking for a figure-flatting pair of jeans? You can't go wrong with a bottom banded with vertical stripes. Plus, black is the dominate hue here-adding another complimentary element.
• THE INSPIRATION: Comme des Garçons
• SHOP IT: Hudson, Cotton and lycra, $154; hudsonjeans.com

Plaid is this seasons’s neutral. When the grid-like pattern is translated onto skinny jeans in denim's natural blue hue, it symbolizes a subtle way to incorporate the timeless yet trendy pattern into your denim wardrobe.

THE INSPIRATION: Alberta Ferretti

SHOP IT: Blank, Cotton and elastane, $98; blanknyc.com

Sharp turns and crisp lines make for a graphic impact and this geometric framework reflects a biker's bottom. To temper the rigid linear print, wear with all black to create a monochromatic moto look.

THE INSPIRATION: Altuzarra

SHOP IT: J Brand, Cotton, polyester, elastane, $348; shopbop.com

Patchwork has belonged to denim for decades. Patches originated as a serviceable extra, which since evolved into a glam detail. This season, patches not just an add-on, they unify as one-creating the perfect pair.

THE INSPIRATION: Jen Kao

SHOP IT: Blank Denim, tencel, cotton, and spandex, $88; shopbop.com

Elaborate embroidery is expected on the runway, but when spotted on a pair of denim it is a pleasant surprise.

THE INSPIRATION: L’Wren Scott

SHOP IT: J Brand, Cotton, polyester, and elastane, $372; neimanmarcus.com

• Flattering, streamlined, and seasonless-this pair will work with any top, whether it be a simple tee or a tough leather jacket.
• THE INSPIRATION: Alberta Ferretti
• SHOP IT: Hudson Jeans, Cotton, polyester, and lycra, $220; hudsonjeans.com

If all over grommets feel too Hell's Angels for your taste, opt for delicate clusters of pyramid-shaped studs that won't overwhelm your outfit.

THE INSPIRATION: Diesel Black Gold

SHOP IT: TEXTILE Elizabeth and James, Cotton and elastane, $328; shopbop.com

Dual textures adds dimension to a monochromatic look. And with the texture trend that's happening, one fabric just isn't enough.

THE INSPIRATION: Fendi

SHOP IT: J Brand, Cotton and elastane, $TKTK; jbrand.com

Unlike some patterns that hog the spotlight, these subtly swirling vines and leaves combine gracefully with florals and solids alike.

THE INSPIRATION: Vera Wang

SHOP IT: Not Your Daughters Jeans, Cotton, polyester, spandex, $130; nydj.com

Combat-ready hues-olive, taupe, hunter green-are just as neutral as indigo, meaning they'll work with the items you normally wear with jeans.

THE INSPIRATION: Christopher Kane

SHOP IT: Joe’s Jeans, Cotton and nylon, $185; joesjeans.com

In the late '70s, punks showed their subversive side with shreds, rips, and holes. This deconstructed peeling-paint patina is the 2013 edition.

THE INSPIRATION: Balenciaga

SHOP IT: AG Adriano Goldschmied, Cotton, tencel, and polyurethane, $178; agjeans.com

Gold lamé isn't for everyone. Burnished denim in silver, gold, or bronze offers as similar shine and sparkle yet in a more comfortable and flattering fit.

THE INSPIRATION: Diane von Furstenberg

SHOP IT: Guess, Cotton, polyester, and lycra, $138; guess.com

It's what happens when Grandma's sewing circle meets your edgiest friend: The distinctive diamond stitching toughens up. This pair boasts slimming tuxedo panels.

THE INSPIRATION: 3.1 Phillip Lim

SHOP IT: Hudson, Cotton and elastane, $245; hudsonjeans.com

If you want to expand your denim collection but printed bottoms aren't your thing, add a black and white houndstooth pair-you will be checking off a patterned bottom from your to-do denim list.

THE INSPIRATION: Michael Kors

SHOP IT: Étoile Isabel Marant, Cotton, polyester, and elastane, $385; net-a-porter.com