Denim is one of the most versatile, and timeless pieces you can own. It never goes out of style, it’s easy to dress up or down, and it’s comfortable enough for everyday wear. But with so many different cuts (bootcuts, flares), styles (high-waisted jeans), lengths (skinny jeans) colors (blue denim!), brands, and price points – how do you know what will look good and what’s really worth the splurge? I’ve rounded up MY go-to jeans and included a full review for each pair.
Here are a few things to know before diving into the guide! For each pair I’ve included 4 things: What size I’m wearing, how stretchy the jeans are, and my size recommendations. To keep things simple I’m referring to sizing according to waist circumference, the measurement around the smallest part of the mid-section. My measurements are 34″-27″-36″ and I am between 5’2″ and 5’3″ or 159 centimeters. I am NOT wearing a petite size unless noted in comments. Enjoy!
AGOLDE High Rise Straight Jeans
- Size: Wearing a size 26
- Stretch: No stretch
- Sizing Info: True to size as waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: I love the light wash and button fly on this pair, definitely a cool look no matter the season.
Madewell Slim Wide-Leg Cropped
- Size: Wearing a size 25
- Stretch: Medium stretch
- Sizing Info: Size 2 down from waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: Super comfortable jeans that are easy to wear. Cute with heels, boots, or sneakers!
- Size: Wearing a size 6
- Stretch: Little stretch
- Sizing Info: Size one up from normal dress size
- Why I Love Them: One of my most comfortable pairs of jeans so easy to wear with so many looks and a great price. I’ve had these for over 3 years!
- Size: Wearing a size 28
- Stretch: Little stretch
- Sizing Info: Size one up from waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: Such a cool girl Jean I feel like they’re very LA.
Abercrombie Ankle Straight Ultra High Rise
- Size: Wearing a size 24/4R
- Stretch: Little stretch
- Sizing Info: True to size, same as waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: One of my favorite new pairs of jeans. The cut is so flattering and I like the slightly wide cut at the ankle.
Madewell 9″ High Rise Skinny Crop
- Size: Wearing a size 24
- Stretch: Very stretchy
- Sizing Info: Size 2 to 3 down as waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: Super stretchy pair that goes with everything.
- Size: Wearing a size 26
- Stretch: Very stretchy
- Sizing Info: Size 1 to 2 down from natural waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: Newer pair that I absolutely love. Love the wash that’s not too light or dark – a Goldilocks Jean!
- Size: Wearing a US size 26, French 38
- Stretch: No stretch
- Sizing Info: Size 1 up from normal dress size
- Why I Love Them: Loving flare and wide-leg pants this season. These jeans are such a showstopper and make the legs look a mile long.
Madewell Slim Wide Leg Full Length
- Size: Wearing a US size 25
- Stretch: Meidum stretch
- Sizing Info: Size 2 down from normal waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: Such a flattering pair that makes the legs look so long. Stretchy and comfy as a bonus!
rag & bone Super High-Rise Wide-Leg
- Size: Wearing a size 25
- Stretch: No stretch
- Sizing Info: Size 2 down from normal waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: I love the super wide leg on these they really make a statement. See how I style them five ways here https://www.instagram.com/p/B3sIe5DBRwv/?igshid=lm7r19iwlkfs
- Size: Wearing a size 27
- Stretch: Medium stretch
- Sizing Info: Size true waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: This pair is so chic and flattering definitely a French girl denim. The material has stretch but keeps its shape amazingly well.
Abercrombie Super Skinny Ankle High-Rise
- Size: Wearing a size 27/4R
- Stretch: Very stretch
- Sizing Info: True to size of waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: Love the high rise and button fly, super stretchy and easy to wear!
Madewell Slim Wide-Leg Cropped
- Size: Wearing a size 25
- Stretch: Little to no stretch
- Sizing Info: Size two down from natural waist circumference
- Why I Love Them: These are my most worn jeans this season. I love verse cropped wide leg they look so cute with boots for the fall.
- Size: Wearing a size 4 short
- Stretch: Very stretchy
- Sizing Info: True to dress size
- Why I Love Them: This pair is so soft and such a good price a perfect black Jean staple.
Madewell 10″ High-Rise Skinny Jeans
- Size: Wearing a size 25
- Stretch: Very stretchy
- Sizing Info: Size 1-2 down from natural waist
- Why I Love Them: Love the high rise and button fly, super stretchy and easy to wear!
- Size: Wearing a size 25
- Stretch: Medium stretch
- Sizing Info: Size 1-2 down from natural waist
- Why I Love Them: Love that these make me look tall and lengthen my body!
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