Jeans (NBR)

lyfojl726 · October 2012

I hate shopping for jeans, and I typically don't spend too much on them. I usually just go to Target or Kohls. I remember some of you talking about where you buy jeans, can I get some recommendations? I would love to find a pair that A. Looks good, B. Fits both length-wise, around the waist, and in the thighs (which seems impossible for my body type!), and C. Are comfortable.

I am willing to spend more than I usually do, but not too crazy. TIA!

AngLK987 · October 2012

I am a serious cheapskate when it comes to clothes. My favorite jeans I've had that fit me well were actually Dickie's womens oddly enough. I found them on ebay. It's difficult to find plus size jeans that fit well... I'm 5'10"... apparently denim companies think the bigger you are, the shorter you must also be, and quite often the inseam is 1-2" shorter than regular women's jeans. I have a VERY hard time finding tall sizes. I hate jean shopping. and I suck at losing weight so I'm kind of stuck.

blu-eyedwife · October 2012

For cheapy jeans, I like The Gap's Long and Lean.

pearblossom · October 2012

I am also a serious cheapskate. I have a strict secondhand rule on 99% of our clothes and I thrift store shop like it is my job. It is a bit time consuming, but I do get to wear a lot of brand name stuff.

My two current favorite pair of jeans are Dana Buchman and J. Jill. I know Dana Buchman can be found at Kohls. Those ones are a bit retro, with a wide straight leg and the length is perfect for my size. The J. Jill ones have a pretty high waist and hold in my belly pouch beautifully without being mom jeans.

cantalopes24 · October 2012

I'm not a big jeans fan but the only place I have ever found jeans that look good on me is American Eagle. Usually jeans are super saggy in my butt and never long enough but the jeans I get from there look great.

lyfojl726 · October 2012

Sorry, I should have mentioned I am 5'4'', so my problem is finding jeans that don't squeeze the crap put of my belly, but I'm not stepping all over. I am willing tp spend around $50- $75.

I have big feet, and I don't like showcasing them, so I don't like skinny jeans (and I don't think I have long enough legs for them anyways). I prefer flared jeans.

Thanks for all the suggestions ladies!

Liz4444 · October 2012

My favorites are J Brand, they aren't cheap, but department stores always have sales and you can find discount codes online. DL1961 are also fabulous. They have 4 way stretch.

rous27 · October 2012

lyfojl726:
Sorry, I should have mentioned I am 5'4'', so my problem is finding jeans that don't squeeze the crap put of my belly, but I'm not stepping all over. I am willing tp spend around 50 75.
nbsp; I have big feet, and I don't like showcasing them, so I don't like skinny jeans and I don't think I have long enough legs for them anyways. I prefer flared jeans.
Thanks for all the suggestions ladies!

You and I are the same height and I also have big feet. I found a good pair of flares at Old Navy and online at Victoria's Secret.

Chunstad · October 2012

I hate jean shopping as well. One day before the baby, I went to Nordstoms determined to buy some jeans, regardless of how much they cost. After trying on about 20 pairs on, I ended up with a brand called 'IT!'. They cost closer to $100, but they were worth it to me. I recommend just trying a ton on. Even if you don't buy any, you can then see what fits good and then go buy that brand at the Rack or online. Good luck.

colliebabe · October 2012

I buy almost all of my jeans at Nordstroms - they are great because they hem them for free (I am 5'10" but some of the "tall" jeans are too long.) I am willing to spend a lot on jeans, but I have found good deals there before (under $100), and at the Rack too.

aml+japan · October 2012

blueyedwife:
For cheapy jeans, I like The Gap's Long and Lean.

These were my favorite too but they stopped making them here. I always waited till they were on sale because I couldn't justify spending more than 50 bucks on a pair of jeans. Marshall's, TJ Maxx, or condignment shops are a good bet because you can try on a lot of different brands till you find one that fits. And when I'm in Canada, Value Village!

Sammy-Mae · October 2012

Honestly, I am in love with the Old Navy Rockstar Jeans. Just go in and try on a million pairs in different sizes. Make sure you try on every pair because you may be bigger or smaller depending on the colour of the jeans because Old Navy Jeans are effed when it comes to sizes.

HappyAardvark · October 2012

I just pinned this blog post... Pretty eye opening.

https://www.graspingforobjectivity.com/2012/07/gap.html

pearblossom · October 2012

HappyAardvark:
I just pinned this blog post... Pretty eye opening. https://www.graspingforobjectivity.com/2012/07/gap.html

I read that recently as well. I've never been a huge Gap fan but that cemented it.

I do love me some Gap kids though.

HappyAardvark · October 2012

pearblossom:
HappyAardvark:
I just pinned this blog post... Pretty eye opening.

https://www.graspingforobjectivity.com/2012/07/gap.html
I read that recently as well. I've never been a huge Gap fan but that cemented it. 
I do love me some Gap kids though.

And when they showed how much the ON jeans stretched out?? Sooo true. They may be cheap, but money is still money, and I'd rather spend a little more and not have a pair of POS jeans. I bought an awesome pair of Rock and Republics, NWT, off of eBay, for less than 50 bucks. There are good deals out there on quality denim if you think out of the box stores.

shediva1 · October 2012

I found a pair of Viggoss jeans from Nordstrom, about 50 to 60 bucks. They are skinny jeans but they are a bit of a high rise, so I don't get the muffin top. The only thing is they are not stretch jeans so it became a bit baggy.
I may try on some J Brand jeans because I think they make high rise skinny jeans too.

Eta sorry I didn't read your post about not wanting skinny jeans. For boot cut try Hudson. Im with Chunstad, try on a lot of jeans and you will find one that fits your body type.

aandg · October 2012

I would go to someplace like Nordstroms, try on a ton of pairs and find out what you like and what fits your body. Then go to Nordstrom Rack, Off 5th or the Neimans outlet and try to find the same brand there.

pennysuedog · October 2012

I'm with Pear I love to go thrifting I get more compliments on clothes I find there than my brand new stuff.( and you already know how it will wash up)

I did buy a couple pairs of jeans this fall. I know you don't like skinny but I bought Levis woman's skinny jeans (kohls) they are my new best friend. They make my butt look great and suck everything else in. They also sit on my waist they don't go up by my belly button and they don't show my crack. Best of all they are less than $50.00.

BeesMomma00 · October 2012

Best Jeans for me are Lucky Brand Sofia Boot. They fit my large a$$ and make my legs look thin. They have super stretch in them so they are super comfy.

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