Why I'll Never Spend $100 on a Pair of Jeans Again

My best friend and I have very different techniques when we go shopping for jeans. She'll fall in love with the most expensive pair and buy 'em without even trying the jeans on. Me? I'll spend hours flipping through the sale rack until I find the perfect ones (a.k.a.: they make me look like I have a butt and they cost less than what I'd spend at happy hour).

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I'm sure my best friend has her reasons for splurging on her jeans -- and I'll admit, these colored jeans are tempting -- but I just can't justify blowing my savings on a single pair of overpriced (albeit nice) distressed pants. It's a tad ridiculous to spend more than $100 on jeans that are all torn up. I can rip holes in my own jeans, thankyouverymuch.

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I love my bestie and all, but I think she's being a little outrageous with her spending. And I know I'm not really making the most of my time by digging through the sale bin all day either. So I did us both a favor and found these great, shockingly cheap jeans. I know, my bargain hunting skills are impeccable -- if only that would rub off on my BFF.

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Skinny jeans

Left: Forever 21 Dark Skinny Ankle Jean, $10.50
Here's proof you don't have to pay designer prices for great quality. One shopper says this pair of skinnies "looks well made and the fabric feels great," and at just over $10, she says "can't beat the price!" Another woman who finds that a lot of jeans "fit right at the waist," for her but are "too big" everywhere else loves this pair. "Given the price, I assumed they would look cheap and be ill-fitting. But they're perfect!" she says.

Right: Billabong Brooklyn Skinny, $49.50
Surf brand clothing is another amazing option for great jeans at low prices. One shopper gushes over this affordable pair, calling them "soft, stretchy, comfy, and cute." With its super-stretch denim blend material, she suggests you "go a size down," which will make you feel ever better about your purchase.

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Flare jeans

Left: BDG Groupie Flare Jean -- Hard Pressed Blue, $68
"These jeans are a standout," says one reviewer. "They have a '70s feel," and are "a welcomed alternative to the skinny jean." Another woman warns that "they run a tiny bit big," but still says they were exactly what she was looking for. Also, these flares come in a few different shades (score!), and one shopper says she loved these jeans so much she plans on "ordering them in some of the other colors as well."

Right: The Gap 1969 Modern Trouser Jean, $69.95
One woman who describes herself as being "full figured" says this is the best pair of jeans she's ever bought. They're "really true to size," and "I especially love the length," she says. Another shopper says these are now her "nice jeans" and that "they look beautiful ironed."

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Denim leggings

Left: The A&F Jegging, $46.40
One woman says these denim leggings are so "super soft and comfortable" she has three pairs. "They recently made a new line of them," says another reviewer who "highly recommends" these jeggings.

Right: American Eagle Jegging, $29.50
One shopper was worried about the material of these denim leggings, but she was happy to see that they "fit in the right places and have some give for the thighs to breathe." One woman says she "couldn't ask for a better fit," and another shopper calls them "perfect if you want the look of jeans and to still be comfortable." And if you're on the petite side, you definitely want to snatch these up; One petite shopper says she "filled her drawer" with these because they fit so well.

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Colored denim

Left: Nordstrom Fire Skinny Stretch Denim Jeans, $42
One shopper was on the hunt for a pair of royal blue pants when she found this "great pair" at Nordstrom. Another woman says she also bought the royal blue denim and raves that "they fit wonderfully" and "are the perfect length." The best part? They look amazing with any shoe, including flats, heels, and boots.

Right: American Eagle Skinny Jean, $34.50
This pair of colored skinny jeans comes in a few different shades, One shopper has them in yellow, but loves them so much that she plans on buying all three colors online. Another woman says, "The colors are amazing. It looks a bit less bright in person, but it's a nice change from the neon colored jeggings." She warns, "They're not actually jeggings so they don't stretch as much, but they're so comfy, cute, and versatile." Sounds like a good trade-off to me.

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Boot cut jeans

Left: Levi's Modern Demi Curve Skinny Boot Cut Jeans, $68
One shopper who describes herself as having "a slim hourglass shape" says these jeans "fit the waist perfectly, hug and lift the butt," and "elongate" her legs at her thighs. Another woman calls them a "perfect fit," saying they're "comfortable and flattering."

Right: Rerock Boot Cut Jean in Medium Wash, $88
"Wow, I received so many compliments when I wore these jeans," says one woman. "They make my butt look great." (And who doesn't want a pair of jeans that does that?) Another reviewer says these jeans are "perfect for showing off your shape," and she even confesses she bought multiple pairs.

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Straight leg jeans

Left: Forever 21 Classic Slim Jeans, $10.50
One woman tried these on "as a joke," and couldn't believe how well they fit. "Better yet, they stay fitted all day," she says. "If you don't have a perfect shape, these will give it to you," says another woman. And at such a great price, shoppers rave about their straight leg find saying, "they fit like heaven" yet they "don't look cheap."

Right: Lucky Brand Sweet N' Straight in Ol' Sunflower, $79.50
One woman who describes herself as having a muscular build says, "everything about them is comfortable," and "the minute I tried them on, I went online to order another pair!" A second woman who describes herself as having straight "boy hips" says the jeans are "not too skinny of a fit ... but [also] not baggy." And she says she "likes the way they look at the ankle."

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High-waisted jeans

Left: The Gap 1969 Lighweight High Rise Trouser Jeans, $69.95
According to one shopper, these tailored trousers are perfect for both work and play. "They actually feel much more like stretch twill pants than denim, which makes them perfect for work." Another woman says, "the fit is fantastic" and the fabric is "relatively light, but they do not stretch out." One reviewer told us when she put on these jeans, her boyfriend's jaw dropped and he said, "They make you look so HOT!" Talk about instant gratification.

Right: Levi's High Rise Wide Leg Jean, $78
One shopper was so excited to find "great Levis that make you look tall and thin." "The fit is true to size and they feel wonderful on," she added. Another woman says the denim has a "very stretchy and wide leg," and according to Polyvore.com, "this modern high rise shows off the waist and flatters the rear."

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Distressed jeans

Left: AE Hipster Flare Jean, $39.50
One shopper says these are a "great pair of jeans for running around town on the weekend." "So easy to wear with just a T-shirt and sandals," she adds. Another woman says they work when you want to look dressed up, too. "Even though they're ripped up, I still dress them up with heels and a tight shirt," she says. Plus, there's no need to break them in, according to one shopper who says, "These jeans are like your favorites you've been wearing for years."

Right: Tripp NYC -- The Fishnet Underlay Jean in Black, $65
Now here's a pair of jeans that definitely have an attitude. One woman loves these jeans because "you can dress them up or down," and thinks they look great with a great pair of heels. Another shopper was worried about the look of the fishnet underlay, but she soon found out "the fishnet is not the least bit trashy -- definitely more edgy."

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