Despite the love for comfy matching sweatsuits and no-fuss leggings, jeans are proving their sartorial resilience as a timeless closet staple. The classic garment is at the very the top of our shopping lists year-round, and we’ve got our eyes out for the best jeans for women right now to upgrade our existing collections.
Of course, as far as denim is concerned, there are the heavy hitters (lookin’ at you, Levi’s) that are always a safe bet. But retailers like Abercrombie & Fitch, Everlane, and Anthropologie have stepped up their game over the past few seasons, which means shoppers have more choice than ever before in the denim department. To help narrow down the search for the best pick of the bunch, we’ve sought the advice of shoppers who’ve doled out their stamps of approval in the form of stars and ratings. From a baggy Urban Outfitters pair with over 2,800 reviews to an under-$30 option that’s got shoppers racing to hit that “add to cart” button, we’ve rounded up 15 of the top-rated styles on the internet to get you closer to your perfect match.
Welcome to Hype Machine, our hit-list of the top reviewed products across the web — according to a crowd of die-hard shoppers. Call this your 4-star & up only club, with entry granted by our devoted-to-the-goods shop editors. At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff.
Abercrombie & Fitch High Rise Carpenter Dad Jean,$110, $77
The Hype: 4.6 out of 5 stars; 222 reviews on abercrombie.com
Best For: Utility style jeans
Curious about cargo pants, but not sure? Tap into the utilitarian trend with these approachable carpenter-style jeans. The frayed hem adds onto the relaxed-fit appearance for an elevated everyday pair.
“The wash of these jeans are literally perfect. If you’re looking for a pair of that girl/hot girl jeans,” writes a reviewer. “These are it! They’re so cute and such great quality.”
J.Crew 10″ Vintage Slim-Straight Jean In White, $128
The Hype: 4.6 out of 5 stars; 58 reviews on JCrew.com
Best For: Slim-fit jeans
Maybe you’re a fan of the perfect medium between skinny and loose-fit jeans. You like the slim-fit style but don’t want them to be not too long or too short. What can we say? Some people know what they want. Well, the denim that you can claim is just right is here, from J.Crew
“I’m very glad I purchased the Vintage Straight Jean. I was searching for white denim jeans, specifically a straight, not skinny, pair for a business-casual work office,” writes a reviewer. “The denim is soft and stretchy and these jeans are very comfortable to wear. I’m 5’6 and 130 lbs and the 28 fits me well.”
H&M Wide High Jeans, $34.99
The Hype: 4.2 out of 5 stars; 272 reviews on HM.com
Best For: Wide-leg jeans
H&M jeans are not to be overlooked. The brand not only creates a plethora of shades and trendy styles — as this wide-leg style — but they have become a staple in people’s wardrobes for years and years. Don’t believe us? Read ahead for a reviewer who wore their pair of wide high jeans until there was a hole!
“These are literally my favorite jeans in the world. As a taller woman (5’8), I have a hard time finding flattering jeans that are long enough and not wicked skinny,” shares a reviewer. “These are so perfect! I literally wore my last pair until there was a hole I couldn’t mend. Do your butt a favor and buy these.”
Agolde Criss Cross Upsized Jean, $188
The Hype: 4.5 out of 5 stars; 629 reviews on Revolve.com
Best For: Statement-making jeans
Your pile of light-wash jeans has never seen this one coming. Agolde’s Criss Cross Upsize Jean might have the light fading and worn-in whiskering appearance of your favorite denim, but the asymmetric button-fly is unlike any other. Buy these statement-making jeans for a ‘fit that everyone will remember.
“I just pulled these out of the box, and I am already obsessed. The color is a great light wash, the rise is perfect, and the fit through the legs is *chef’s kiss*” an ecstatic reviewer writes. “I’m a tall girl (5’10) and the longer inseam is great. Favorite pair of Agolde denim so far! I wish they had this fit in more washes. Also it does run a tad big. I’m typically between a 27 and 28 and I ordered the 27, which I’m glad I did.”
Penny Pull-On Printed Flare Jeans, $98
The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars; 122 reviews on FreePeople.com
Best For: Retro-inspired flare jeans
Introducing the most playful jeans that deserve a section of their own. First, don’t worry about zippers, buttons, and the overall suffocating tightness of jeans. Free People has the most eye-catching pair of pull-on jeans with various bold boho prints that you’ll be obsessed with — there are zebra prints, floral designs, etc. Also, the elastic waistband comfortably hugs your waist, leaving you wondering where these were all your life.
“I love these jeans and the stretch that’s added to them. They feel great on and wasn’t to long for us shorty girls,” shares a reviewer. “I bought a size 28s and they’re a little loose in my waist, but fits everywhere else perfectly so I’m okay. I bought them in five colors and just spotted one more I want to buy.”
Classic Fit Olivia Sculpting Skinny Jean, $89.95
The Hype: 4.3 out of 5 stars; 316 reviews on ELOQUII.com
Best For: Skinny jeans
We understand TikTok may have “killed” the skinny jean, but you can’t deny that the fitted style effortlessly elongates your legs and makes them appear miles long. (Fans of this snug fit will deny that the trend is actually over.) Eloquii customers count themselves among skinny-jean existing champions, especially when it comes to the brand’s best-selling Olivia silhouette.
“Fabric is very good quality in my opinion. Generally, jeans with good stretch tend to be very thin fabric and break at the inner thighs in no time! I am super confident these ones will keep shape and all for a long time! Definitely recommend them,” writes one reviewer.
AE Stretch Mom Jeans, $35.95, $29.99
The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars; 745 reviews on AE.com
Best For: Mom jeans
For the busy bodies among us, this pair of midweight, ankle-skimming jeans were made to move as you move. They’ve got just enough stretch for everyday comfort while being reinforced with structure to maintain their shape.
“Saying I’m IN LOVE with these jeans is an understatement. I honestly feel that these jeans were MADE for me personally. [They] are so comfortable and [have] such a good fit I would wear these everyday if I could. The material is perfect,” writes one reviewer. “I really am not into high waisted jeans, but I love how these fit me,” another reviewer shares. They loved the fit of the bottoms so much that they even convinced their mom to buy a pair. “They make me feel so much better about how I look in high waisted jeans and are so so soft!! I absolutely am in love with these jeans.”
BDG High-Waisted Baggy Jean, $99
The Hype: 4.6 out of 5 stars; 2,844 reviews on UrbanOutfitters.com
Best For: Baggy jeans
Considering this baggy pair has received over 2,800 rave reviews, it’s safe to say they’ve got all the fixings to become your new elevated dungarees. The vintage-style denims are a statement pair with its whimsical sketches and hues.
“Amazing. These are the PERFECT baggy jeans, I’ve worn them a million times and would buy them in so many more colors if I could,” writes a reviewer.
Mom High Ankle Jeans, $29.99
The Hype: 4.2 out of 5 stars; 2,244 reviews on HM.com
Best For: High-waisted jeans
Elongate your legs with these ultra-high-waisted, straight-leg jeans. Did we mention that it also comes in eight additional colors?
“H&M jeans are amazing. They do vanity sizing so I size down from a 12 to a 10 for their jeans and it’s perfect,” writes a reviewer. “These are so perfect and are such great quality for the price.”
Levi’s 725 High Rise Bootcut, $69.50
The Hype: 4.2 out of 5 stars; 216 reviews on Levi.com
Best For: Bootcut jeans
When I say jeans, you say Levi’s. That’s the name of the game in the world of denim. So the only thing that beats a classic pair from the brand is a pair that’s got lots of good reviews … to boot! (Sorry, had to.)
“Bootcut is more flattering on my body type than skinnies or a straight-leg pair. The stretch is adequate to make the jeans form-fitting and not uncomfortable at the waist. I even bought another pair,” writes a reviewer.
Madewell Mid-Rise Perfect Vintage Jean, $128
The Hype: 4.2 out of 5 stars; 113 reviews on Madewell.com
Best For: Mid-rise jeans
For the past six years, successful shoppers have cited Madewell’s Perfect Vintage Jean as an unbeatable kind of denim find, so much so that the brand sells one every other minute. If you’ve got a shorter torso, this 1/2″ mid-rise version of the style is the one for you.
“Thank you for making these in a mid rise. This jean hits me perfectly now, where as before the regular vintage jean came up to my ribs. If you make them in other washes I will buy all of them,” exclaims a reviewer. “There is no extra fabric in the crotch like before in the original vintage jean. The back rise dips slightly in the back but it’s not a big deal. I am a size 6 and weigh 160 pounds and I’m 5’7” (for reference). They are slightly snug at first but then become a little looser after wearing for a bit. Please please please make them in other washes.”
Good American Good Boy Long Twisted Slit, $165, $115.50
The Hype: 4 out of 5 stars; 71 reviews on GoodAmerican.com
Best For: On-trend style
“I’m so in love! I’m 5’ 9” with a bootie and these jeans are my new favorite. Actually the best pair of jeans I’ve ever owned,” a happy reviewer writes. “I’ll take great care of them and admire my body every time I put them [on]. Thanks for boosting my bootie [and] confidence to rock these jeans.”
For a trendy twist to your good ol’ high-waisted fit, consider this Good American option featuring of-the-minute slit-front hems.
AG Farrah High Waist Ankle Skinny Jeans, $198
The Hype: 4.3 out of 5 stars; 139 reviews on Nordstrom.com
Best For: Skinny jeans
If you’re searching for a pair of black jeans that glides on with that perfect amount of stretch, look no further. Your deepest wishes have been granted for a sleek high-waisted style and now your timeless bottoms are here to stay forever.
“I finally found a black pair of jeans! It honestly took forever. The material is perfect, stretchy, and does NOT attract things to it (like fuzzies),” shares a reviewer. “I am 5’2, 150lbs, curvy and went with a 28 (small waist, wide hips for reference). I would definitely recommend to go down a size. I could have even gone with a 27. You’ll enjoy these. It’s better than leggings!”
Mother The Weekender High-Rise Flare Jeans, $238
The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars; 15 reviews on Anthropologie.com
Best For: A nostalgic fit
If you ever imagined how it would feel like to kick up your boots in some 70s-inspired dungarees, then this is your chance. The vintage-inspired silhouette is a comfy piece that is quickly becoming a fan favorite.
“I was doubtful that these jeans would be as good as everyone says they are…they are even better,” writes a reviewer. “They’re so comfortable. I normally wear a 26 and that’s the size I got and although I could have probably tried the 25, I prefer the loose fit. Overall, you won’t be disappointed.”
Everlane The Way-High Jean, $98
The Hype: 4.27 out of 5 stars; 1,447 reviews on Everlane.com
Best For: Extra high-waist
There are high-rise jeans, and then there are where-did-my-belly-button-go? jeans — and this premium organic cotton pair by Everlane belongs to the latter category. That means denim that accentuates your true waist while lengthening your legs. No wonder they’ve racked up over 1,300 reviews from some very happy shoppers.
“I LOVE these. Please never stop making them. They are hands down the most comfortable and flattering jeans I’ve ever found,” writes one reviewer. “I purchased these in rinsed indigo, and the fabric is the perfect mid-weight to wear in all seasons. It also has a tiny bit of stretch, which I wasn’t expecting, but I am so grateful for because it makes for a much more comfier fit without compromising a classic, rigid look. I have a 30″ waist, and took a 29, and they are my ideal fit. Not too relaxed, but comfy enough to wear all day every day,” another reviewer shares.
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