Our Editors' Choice: These 6 Brands Offer the Top Straight-Leg Jeans.
As a denim enthusiast, I still find the process of shopping for jeans to be overwhelming, tedious, and, to be honest, frustrating. I prefer in-person shopping, particularly for bottom wear, but when I need to shop online, I always rely on my team to inform me about what does and doesn't work. There are numerous denim brands available, but only a few truly deliver high-quality, well-fitting straight-leg jeans suitable for daily wear. That's why I consulted my fashionable colleagues to see which denim brands they favor.
When I commute to the office from my peaceful Brooklyn neighborhood, I notice a diverse range of stylish jeans that my coworkers wear, who all have different body shapes and personal tastes. Despite these differences, they all find straight-leg jeans that fit them well. It's clear that they are all shopping connoisseurs working at Who What Wear, so I decided to gather their favorite brands for the best straight-leg jeans. Keep reading to discover the six top denim brands for straight-leg jeans.
Eliza Huber, Associate Editorial Director: "Citizens of Humanity creates the only new jeans I'll wear. (I'm usually loyal to vintage 501s.) The fit and design are always contemporary yet timeless, from the Zurie to the Blaine."
Shop Eliza's Favorites:
- Citizens of Humanity Zurie Straight Jeans
- Citizens of Humanity Savannah High Waist Slim Straight Cigarette Jeans
- Citizens of Humanity Blaine High Rise Straight Jeans
Audry Hiaoui, Associate Shopping Editor: "I recently mentioned that I didn’t own a single pair of jeans until my coworkers urged me to buy Levi's 501 '90s. I've always felt more like a skirts and dresses person, but Levi's are my go-to for classic straight-leg jeans."
Shop Audry's Favorites:
- Levi's 501 '90s Straight Leg Jeans
Alyssa Brascia, Associate Beauty Editor: "I appreciate that Good American's jeans are soft and stretchy because I value comfort, and jeans often lack that (lol). The sizes are perfect for anyone with curves. I typically experience gapping at the waist, which isn’t an issue with baggy jeans (I just wear them lower), but these are designed to fit—and they really do! Now that straight-leg jeans are making a comeback, I'll probably wear mine again this fall. I bought them in 2019, and they've been a great investment since I haven't been able to part with them, even when they were out of style."
Shop Alyssa's Favorites:
- Good American Always Fits Good Legs Straight Jeans
- Good American Soft-Tech Good True Straight Leg Jeans
- Good American Good Waist Never Fade High Waist Palazzo Jeans
Kristen Nichols, Associate Director: "Levi's will always be the benchmark for denim. Its 501 Originals are the foundation for all great straight-leg jeans."
Shop Kristen's Favorites:
- Levi's 501 Original Fit Jeans
- Levi's 501 90s Lightweight Jeans
- Levi's 501® High Waist Crop Straight Leg Jeans
Allyson Payer, Senior Editor: "Agolde has been my go-to brand for years. It offers the coolest fits and washes, blending classic and more modern styles. Whether you're looking for ankle-length, longline, slim, or relaxed fits—high-rise or low-rise—you'll find it with Agolde. The Valen Jeans are likely the most worn in my denim collection."
Shop Allyson's Favorites:
- Agolde Lana Jeans In Marshmallow
- Agolde Harper Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
Aniyah Morinia, Branded Content Editor: "I recently ordered four pairs of straight-leg jeans from Abercrombie without any hesitation because I was confident they'd arrive fitting perfectly. Spoiler alert: they did! For curvy women, this experience is rare. They offer a wide variety of sizes and washes at a reasonable price compared to other premium brands. Plus, the jeans enhance my backside nicely."
Shop Aniyah's Favorites:
- Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love Low Rise Ultra Loose Jeans
- Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise 90s Straight Jeans
- Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise Barrel Jeans
Josephine Hadjiloucas, Assistant Shopping Editor: "My denim collection is large and always changing. The three brands I love most are Madewell, Agolde, and Levi's, especially for straight-leg styles. I enjoy pairing them with a classic white tee or a crisp cotton button-up."
Shop Josephine's Favorites:
- Levi's Ribcage Straight Full Length Jeans
- Madewell The Longline Straight Jeans
- Agolde Harper Relaxed Straight Jeans
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