Because jeans are a closet staple that can be worn all year long, it’s crucial to have a few in rotation that fit well, in different styles and lengths, and different washes. Here are my favorites! For reference, I am 5’6″ and 25″ waist.
1. MOTHER The Ditcher Crop Straight Leg
First in my favorites are these MOTHER cropped straight leg jeans. It’s my no-fuss favorite, because of its roomy legs and perfectly worn in look that makes them so versatile.
- Fit: Straight, TTS
- Length: Crop
- Wash: Leap at the Chance – light indigo wash
2. Pistola Lexi Mid Rise Bowed Straight Jean
These jeans have the perfect amount of bowing at the knees for that arched silhouette that I love. It’s made from a rigid, non-stretch denim, which I prefer for a bowed leg jean.
- Fit: Bowed, TTS
- Length: Ankle crop
- Wash: Artisan – ultra cool dark wash
3. rag & bone Sofie Wide-Leg Cropped
Switching gears into a different style – wide leg jeans. They make my legs look miles long with the high waisted fit and perfect amount of flair at the bottom. I also love the raw hem.
- Fit: Wide-Leg, TTS
- Length: Crop
- Wash: Monterosso – medium indigo wash
4. Madewell The Darted Barrel-Leg Jean
I’ve been loving barrel leg jeans and this pair from Madewell is made with old-school, zero stretch denim. Its rigid and low slung fit make it the ideal barrel leg fit. It comes in other washes and a choice of standard, petite, and tall fit for your perfect pair! See what shoes to pair with these jeans here
- Fit: Barrel-Leg, TTS
- Length: Ankle Crop
- Wash: Irmo Wash – true indigo
5. GAP High Rise ‘90s Straight
If you want that authentic feel of the ‘90s straight jean, look no further than these from GAP. It looks vintage, but it has the perfect amount of stretch for ultimate comfort.
- Fit: Straight, fits tight – would recommend sizing up
- Length: Full
- Wash: Medium Indigo
6. AG Brinley Mid Rise Straight Leg
Another straight leg jean that I love are these AG Brinley Mid Rise jeans. These aren’t cropped, so I like to pair this premium Japanese stretch denim with some heels. The dark wash is such a classic!
- Fit: Straight, TTS
- Length: Full
- Wash: 15 Years Prague – dark blue wash
Now that we’ve covered jeans, check out another closet staple – cashmere
