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The best jeans for women are the ones you want to wear: you can wear them over and over and they get better every time you put them on. These styles may be a small investment, but they pay off big and last for several seasons. If you’re in the market for a new denim, remember that trends come and go, but the classics are always there. A pair of fresh, fitted jeans is personal, whether you prefer to find a single, perfect silhouette and stick with it (la Tonne Goodman’s plain white, straight-leg, non-stretch jeans at Levi’s), or keep a few favorites for a spin and switch washes or cut.
If you’re not sure where to start, here are some foolproof, can’t-every women’s closet ones that should be wrong silhouette. For starters, consider classic stovepipe or bootie jeans (both can be dressed up or down). Then try a looser fit on the weekends, like a pair of wide-leg or ankle-length jeans. If you’re looking for something where comfort comes first, you’ll find happiness in loose or baggy leg shapes. There are even some sustainability-conscious shoes made from recycled fabrics and conscious fibers.
Whatever style you prefer or your shopping habits, stick to simple, retro-inspired washes that minimize (if any) !) Distress is the way to add versatility. Of course, the hundreds of options on the market are still daunting. We’ve gone through all of them and found 02 The perfect jeans for women are shown below.
Wide Legs
To wear denim this fall, make a high-waisted, wide-leg silhouette your go-to jeans. The versatility of this style can be surprising. Pair with any shoes or top of your choice. Think of the cut as a pair of denim trousers; these shoes from Triarchy are cut with small pleats.
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Levis s womens wide leg jeans
$49
Levis s womens wide leg jeans
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$49
Acne Studios Distressed Organic High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
$98
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High Straight
Simple and slightly retro classic straight jeans can be worn with from Various styles from blazers and heels to t-shirts. Look for downtown brand Khaite for a pair of pristine black that exudes perpetual coolness.
Edwin Organics Cotton Ankle Straight Jeans
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Khaite Abigail Jeans
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Veronica Beard Blake High Rise Straight Crop Jeans
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Yao Spotted
Pair with cropped flared jeans to reveal ankles (or new fall shoes) . Or give your denim a subtle Western vibe with a pair of jeans that create puddles on the ground, like these jeans from Tomboy.
Mother’s Weekend Frayed Jeans
Totême Crop Organic High Waist Flare Jeans
Lvir High Waist Flared Jeans
$67
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loose
for those who want more room than traditional wide leg pants Say, consider big baggy jeans – it’s (in 957) earned a place in the denim classic. For a runway-approved style, look no further than Balenciaga’s ’30s-inspired pair that hangs low from the hips.
Aolde Low Waist slacks .5 inch jeans
Balenciaga Large Baggy Jeans
$1,28
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Bessemer Washed Madewell Ultra Wide Leg Jeans
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The Comfy
These soft, baggy jeans rival the comfort of slacks but look cooler; those who are tired of denim may want to consider these non-jeans jeans style. For a loose fit at an approachable price, we recommend Everlane’s Slouch jeans.
Nili Lotan Flora High-Waist Jeans
$108
Everlane Hard Casual Jeans
$28
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Closed Edison Baggy Jeans
$86
Rag & Bone Featherweight Logan Wide Leg Jeans
$67
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Slim fit
These aren’t very “skinny” jeans, but they’re definitely the closest thing to it. Get the long-leg look without the look of leggings with the slim-leg silhouettes of brands like Le Jean, who still add stretch to their denim. Pair them with your old skinny shoes, like a pair of knee-high boots. This edit offers cut and ankle length and a mid-to-high rise.
Slverlake Beatnik High Waist Ankle Slim Jeans
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Citizens of Humanity gauchos retro wide leg soda jeans
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Citizens of Humanity gauchos retro wide leg soda jeans
Human Citizen High Straight
Simple and slightly retro classic straight jeans can be worn with from Various styles from blazers and heels to t-shirts. Look for downtown brand Khaite for a pair of pristine black that exudes perpetual coolness.
Edwin Organics Cotton Ankle Straight Jeans
$28
NORD Strom
Edwin Organics Cotton Ankle Straight Jeans
$28
NORD Strom
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Wandler Poppy Organic High Waist Straight Jeans
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Wandler Poppy Organic High Waist Straight Jeans
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Khaite Abigail Jeans
$118
Kate
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Khaite Abigail Jeans
$118
Kate
Khaite Abigail Jeans
Kate
)
Veronica Beard Blake High Rise Straight Crop Jeans
BUY MORE STRAIGHT JEANS
Yao Spotted
Pair with cropped flared jeans to reveal ankles (or new fall shoes) . Or give your denim a subtle Western vibe with a pair of jeans that create puddles on the ground, like these jeans from Tomboy.
Mother’s Weekend Frayed Jeans
Totême Crop Organic High Waist Flare Jeans
Mother’s Weekend Frayed Jeans
Totême Crop Organic High Waist Flare Jeans
Totême Crop Organic High Waist Flare Jeans
Lvir High Waist Flared Jeans
$67
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Lvir High Waist Flared Jeans
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Made of Tomboy Ursula Hard High Waist Flared Pants
$118
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Made of Tomboy Ursula Hard High Waist Flared Pants
$118
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Made of Tomboy Ursula Hard High Waist Flared Pants
$118
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Made of Tomboy Ursula Hard High Waist Flared Pants
$118
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for those who want more room than traditional wide leg pants Say, consider big baggy jeans – it’s (in 957) earned a place in the denim classic. For a runway-approved style, look no further than Balenciaga’s ’30s-inspired pair that hangs low from the hips.
Aolde Low Waist slacks .5 inch jeans
Aolde Low Waist slacks .5 inch jeans
Balenciaga Large Baggy Jeans
Balenciaga Large Baggy Jeans
Raey Super Crinkle Organic Cotton-Blend Wide-Leg Jeans
Go shopping now
Bessemer Washed Madewell Ultra Wide Leg Jeans
Bessemer Washed Madewell Ultra Wide Leg Jeans
These soft, baggy jeans rival the comfort of slacks but look cooler; those who are tired of denim may want to consider these non-jeans jeans style. For a loose fit at an approachable price, we recommend Everlane’s Slouch jeans.
Nili Lotan Flora High-Waist Jeans
$108
Everlane Hard Casual Jeans
Closed Edison Baggy Jeans
$86
Closed Edison Baggy Jeans
Rag & Bone Featherweight Logan Wide Leg Jeans
$67
Shop N Wow
Rag & Bone Featherweight Logan Wide Leg Jeans
$67
Shop N Wow
Shop N Wow Buy more comfortable jeans
Slim fit
These aren’t very “skinny” jeans, but they’re definitely the closest thing to it. Get the long-leg look without the look of leggings with the slim-leg silhouettes of brands like Le Jean, who still add stretch to their denim. Pair them with your old skinny shoes, like a pair of knee-high boots. This edit offers cut and ankle length and a mid-to-high rise.
Slverlake Beatnik High Waist Ankle Slim Jeans
$86
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