Our Editors Have Weighed In: These 6 Brands Offer the Best Straight-Leg Jeans
As a denim enthusiast, I still find the process of shopping for jeans to be intimidating, exhausting, and, to be honest, quite frustrating. I prefer the in-person shopping experience, especially for bottoms, but when I do shop online, I rely heavily on my team to inform me about what styles work and what don’t. With the multitude of denim brands available, very few actually provide high-quality, well-fitting straight-leg jeans suitable for everyday wear. This prompted me to ask my fashionable colleagues for their favorite denim brands.
When I make my way from my quiet Brooklyn neighborhood to the office in the city, I often notice the variety of stylish jeans my coworkers wear. Though they have different body types and personal tastes, they all find straight-leg jeans that fit them flawlessly. Naturally, since they are shopping experts at Who What Wear, I had to gather their top brand recommendations for finding 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 is the only new brand of jeans I wear. (I'm typically loyal to vintage 501s.) The fit and style are consistently modern yet classic, from the Zurie to the Blaine."
Shop Eliza's Picks:
- 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 shared that I didn’t own any jeans until my colleagues persuaded me to get a pair of Levi's 501 '90s. I’ve always felt more like myself in skirts and dresses, but Levi's are now my go-to for timeless straight-leg jeans."
Shop Audry's Picks:
- Levi's 501 '90s Straight Leg Jeans
Alyssa Brascia, Associate Beauty Editor: "I appreciate that Good American's jeans are soft and stretchy because comfort is key for me in jeans, which are often uncomfortable (lol). The brand offers great sizes for those with curves. I usually face gapping in the waist, which works with baggy jeans since I can wear them low-rise, but these are designed to fit—and they really do! With straight-leg jeans making a comeback, I might bring mine out again this fall. I bought them in 2019, and they've proven to be a smart investment since I’ve held onto them even when they weren’t trendy."
Shop Alyssa's Picks:
- 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 represent the gold standard for denim. Its 501 Originals are the model for great straight-leg jeans."
Shop Kristen's Picks:
- 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: "My favorite brand is Agolde, which I’ve loved for years. They offer the coolest fits and washes, blending classic and trendy styles seamlessly. You can find everything from ankle-length to longline, slimmer to more relaxed fits, whether high-rise or low-rise. The Valen Jeans are probably the most-worn pair in my entire denim collection."
Shop Allyson's Picks:
- 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 apprehension because I was confident they would fit perfectly. Spoiler alert: they did. As someone with curves, this is uncommon. They offer a wide range of sizes and washes at prices that are very affordable compared to other premium brands, and the jeans enhance my appearance nicely."
Shop Aniyah's Picks:
- 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 vast and constantly changing. The three brands I love most are Madewell, Agolde, and Levi's, particularly for straight-leg styles, which I enjoy pairing with a classic white tee or a sharp cotton button-down."
Shop Josephine's Picks:
- Levi's Ribcage Straight Full Length Jeans
- Madewell The Longline Straight Jeans
- Agolde Harper Relaxed Straight Jeans
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