Denim by Shape
With so much denim to choose from this fall, finding the jeans of your dreams is no easy task. So our WD staffers stepped in to do all the legwork for you. From boot-cut to control-top, they put an impressive 271 pairs to the test, in search of the most flattering fits out there. Here, our true blue guide to the best jeans for every body type.
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Boyish
"These Lee jeans fit my legs well and give me a better-looking bottom. I felt more confident the minute I put them on."-Donna Meadow, Associate Food Editor
Create the illusion of curves with a bootcut hem and a deep yoke (the V-shaped section on the seat area) to emphasize your behind. This comfy pair will keep its shape after wash and wear thanks to its premium yarn and extra elastane. Lee Slender Secret bootcut jeans, $27.99; Lee.com
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Hourglass
"Not only do these Paige jeans fit my waist, backside and thighs, they have a 'wow' factor-I got so many compliments."-Ellen Breslau, Executive Editor
Finding jeans to fit fuller hips used to mean going up a size-and dealing with waist gap. But this pair has a contoured waistband narrow enough to hug a small middle and a generous cut through the hips and legs to glide over curves. Paige The Skyline 14", $189; PaigeUsa.com
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Petite
"I'm only 5'2", so I was worried the roomier cut of these Victoria's Secret jeans would make me look smaller. But they do just the opposite."-Stephanie Kim, Photo Director
The recipe for taking shorter frames to new heights: a wide trouser-like leg, a streamlined fit, a floor-skimming hem and a dark, fade-free rinse. All ingredients work together to create a long, slim line. Victoria's Secret Hipster Boot Cut, $59.50; VictoriasSecret.com
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Curvy
"I was shocked at the price of these Jeanology jeans. They fit so well, I thought they'd be three times as expensive!"-Jessie Clary, Beauty and Fashion Advertising Director
Look for a pair with at least 2% stretch (listed as spandex or elastane on the label) to conform to-not constrict- below-the-waist curves. A flared leg visually balances out wider hips and thighs. Jeanology Stretch Denim Curvy-Fit Flare-Leg Jeans, $39; Newport-News.com
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For an even more streamlined look, try pairing your denim with these slimming undergarments.
Expecting
"These Old Navy jeans have a great shape through the legs. Now I can be cute even with my baby bump!"-Melissa Matthews, Beauty Editor
Craving something more stylish than sweats but just as comfortable? Try these bootcut blues, which have a stretchy waistband designed to look just like regular denim. No one will ever know they're mom-to-be jeans. Old Navy Maternity Low-Rise Bootcut Jean, $25; OldNavy.com
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Apple-Shaped
"Jeans always make me feel like I'm wearing a girdle. But I was pleasantly surprised by this Miraclebody pair-they're as cozy as yoga pants."-Terri Ciccarelli, Receptionist
These midrise jeans hit right below the navel and have a stretchy front control panel that holds you in without leaving you waiting to exhale. They're also woven with double the spandex for a snug but comfy fit. MiracleBody Katie straightleg, $110; MiracleBody.com
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Tall
"Since I have long legs, jeans usually come up short. These Levi's are long enough for even my highest stilettos."-Crystal Tate, Associate Lifestyle Editor
Got legs that go on forever? Look for an inseam that's 32" or longer. This pair's goes up to 34" and has a slim cut to show off spectacular gams. These also come in three fits for straight, proportionate or curvy shapes. Bold Curve Skinny Jeans by Levi's, $59.50; US.Levi.com
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