I am so excited for this post, guys. I’ve hunted down the best jeans and am sharing my detailed reviews! You’ll see pictures of me wearing them to show you what they look like on a real person, my personal notes on fit/style AND which ones are my TOP picks! Because jeans are my most-worn article of clothing (besides leggings, of course) and comfort is important!
FOR REFERENCE: I am 5’9″ with long legs and wear a size 27.
TOP PICKS:
Best Under $100 – Topshop
Best Under $150 – Madewell
Best of the Best – Good American
Jump to my Good American jeans review here.
On to the looks! Here’s how this post will work:
You’ll see 2 of me in each pair followed by the name of the jeans and my thoughts on the fit/look/comfort of each pair. If the specific style I’m wearing is no longer available, there won’t be a link for it. Also, the list is alphabetized by brand.
AG Jeans Review
(style pictured- The Legging Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans in 12 Years Blue Dust wash)
Comfortable is the first word that comes to mind with these. Stretchy waist. Lower rise than the others, but not low-rise. Fit is TTS.
I recently tried the AG Farrah style and LOVE them! They’re even more stretchy than The Legging style and fit so well! I recommend them over the others!
American Eagle Jeans Review
(style pictured – Tom Girl)
Boyfriend fit – super comfortable and relaxed. Not soft and not stretchy, but still comfortable. For the fit- I’m usually a 27 and wear a 2 in these.
Articles of Society Jeans Review
(style pictured)
Comfortable and fit true to size. They do lack the softness and stretchy-ness of the higher-end pairs, but that’s to be expected. They are worth every penny if you’re looking for a great pair of jeans under $65 shipped.
I have tried several of their jeans and they all fit about the same. They really are one of the best pairs of denim priced under $65 that you’re gonna find.
BLANKNYC Jeans Review
Super soft. They have a nice lived-in feeling. In general, they fit true to size/ a little big. I didn’t size down and they don’t feel big though.
Good American Jeans Review
(style pictured – Good Legs High Rise Skinny)
Extremely stretchy. The most stretchy out of all of them. Higher waist. Really great in the back- they feel very secure at the top in the back, so you don’t have to worry about flashing booty if you’re bending over. Super soft and comfortable. Run large, size down one size. I went with 26- they were tight at first but stretched out perfectly! These won my Best of the Best!
Shop all washes of the Good Legs skinny style here.
Hudson Jeans Review
True to size. Ridiculously soft and stretchy. Feels like I’m wearing denim yoga pants.
If you’re looking for a more sturdy, classic denim feel, these might not be for you. They’re extremely comfortable but again, they almost feel less like jeans and more like yoga pants.
Joe’s
(style pictured- The Icon)
Super soft, stretchy and really comfortable. Long, make your butt look great. They feel lived-in but not stretched out. Basically the perfect denim. Fit is True To Size.
This pair got very close to winning my best of the best. You will not be unhappy with these, or anything from Joe’s- as they really have the denim game down.
Levi’s 721 Jeans Review
(style pictured)
A nice rise- hits at the belly button. Super flattering. Pretty soft, but not a lot of give like some of the other pairs above. A bit more sturdy feeling, but still comfortable. Looser fit- not skinny.
These (and all Levi’s) are going to be a lot different for you if you’re used to brands like Hudson and AG. The denim is much more sturdy and therefore less stretchy. I find it a nice change, and there are certainly occasions where I prefer both types.
Madewell Jeans Review
(style pictured- 10-inch Chewed Hem Skinny)
Super stretchy, very comfortable. They feel more sturdy than the others. The denim feels like very high quality. VERY flattering, if you know what I mean! Go up to the belly button (heyyy perfect Mom Jeans!). Fit is TTS.
I don’t know if anyone makes jeans as flattering as Madewell. There’s just something about the way they fit that makes you feel good!
Mother Jeans Review
(style pictured – The Looker High Waist Ankle Skinny)
Very stretchy. Hugs your curves, but doesn’t feel tight. Soft, flattering. A higher waist. Hit right under the belly button. Fit is TTS.
Paige Jeans Review
Very soft and stretchy. Consistent with other jeans in this price-point. Very comfortable and fit VERY well. True to size fit.
SP Black Jeans Review
High waist. There is some stretch, but not a ton. Not as comfortable in general as the higher-priced options. Not very soft. They are super cute and do fit really well.
A very appropriate quality and feel for the price-point. A good pair of jeans for under $65.
STS Blue Jeans Review
Look more expensive than they are. Not as soft or stretchy as some, but more than AOS and Levi’s. Comfortable and fit true to size.
Topshop Jeans Review
(style pictured)
One of my most worn pair of jeans. Medium softness, but quite stretchy. Super comfortable. My regular size is 27, which they don’t have, so I wear a 28 and they fit perfectly.
These were a strong contender for Best of the Best due to their fit and feel combined with such a low price-point.
Vigoss Jeans Review
Not as soft as most of the other pairs- more of a stiff feel, yet still a bit stretchy. High-waisted and look super cute. True to size.
I ope you found these denim reviews helpful I included pictures so you have a better idea of the fit compared to the models on the store website. If you found this post helpful, please share it with your denim-loving friends!
There you have it! I wanna know: what is YOUR favorite denim brand??
xo
Morgan Engelbart
Love these jeans! Do you have a promo code for Nordstrom? I am IN LOVE with the Zella Mid-rise black leggings and I’ve had my eye on them for quite some time. I just can’t bite the bullet and spend $54.
McKenzie Walker
Wow, thanks for doing this Katie! Now I want to go jean shopping ;)
My fav under $100 (BESIDES designer denim at a good price) are Free People jeans!
But my favorites for designer denim are Mother Denim and Rag & Bone! Both are so good.
Lookin’ good cutie mama~and CONGRATULATIONS again on your new home!!! SO SO excited for you guys!
Xo
Katie
Oooh I have yet to try Free People jeans! I love everything else by them, so I definitely need to try their jeans! :) And Rag & Bone are another I need to try out- I’ve only heard good things! And thanks for the congrats!! We’re really excited!
xo
Ann
Thank you for this! Now I have trusted recommendations for jeans!
Katie
Aw yay!!! You’re so welcome- it was fun to put together! :)
xo
Kate
I have to 100% disagre with your review on articles of society… they are soooo soft and the stretchiest pair I own. Maybe it was the style? The Sarah skinny is a mid rise and soooooooo stretchy. Like, if im bloated or it’s thankgiving time & I need “room” then I’m wearing these puppies.
I do agree with your Hudson & Paige reviews! Paige are my daily go-to.
Katie
Interesting! I guess I could just tell that they weren’t as good of quality as the higher end pairs that I love! But I’m sure different styles feel different! :) Good to know.
xo
Kara
I love the Good American, Hudson, and Joe’s! They’re so cute and I love anything soft and stretchy and not jean-like. Comfort is EVERYTHING. I’ll def have to buy a par once I make a bit of money lol :) Awesome post <3
Cara Barton
Are the Hudson jeans tts? Do they stretch out? I’m generally between 2 sizes and always have a hard time deciding, Thanks.
Katie
Yes, they are TTS and they don’t stretch out- but they are stretchy.
Julius Mel
I grabbed loads of pairs recently for men because they do feckin’ fit like a dream. Agreed, they’re not the best quality but for the price and fit, I can overlook that. Highly recommended for any guys out there trying to fill the void missing when Cheap Monday shut down =(