Best High-Waisted Jeans

It doesn’t get any more classic than Levis. The heritage brands 501 jeans have an 11-inch rise thats high but not too high and come in numerous washes. This straight-leg pair has a 30-inch inseam and is crafted with 100% non-stretch cotton so your jeans will hold their shape well and conform to fit your body over time.

This popular high-waisted jean is a mainstay in Zaras core womens collection. The extremely high waist is so flattering and pairs perfectly with crop tops, if youd like to dip into that trend as well, says Arad. And at $49, these are truly the best value high-waisted jeans around.

Good Americans jeans are made with a gap-proof contoured waistband and a high waist with tummy tech reinforcing that helps flatten and hold you in while accentuating your curves. The denim is also eco-kind, cut from stretch hemp thats extremely soft yet durable, and treated with washes that require less water.

Universal Standard makes shopping for denim infinitely easier: You can select multiple fits, inseams and rinses, and the sizes ranges from 00 to 40. The Seine High Rise is the New York-based brands number one bestseller, expertly constructed with a high waist and invisible built-in stretch. The style comes in regular and tall lengths and four washes. Also nice: You can see each pair on models of different sizes.

Madewells high-waisted styles have been their bestsellers for the last five years and the brand is constantly perfecting the fit. There are literally hundreds of high-waisted offerings from Madewell that range from petite to tall to plus-size so that no shape is left behind, says Arad. Plus, their special cotton spandex blend makes them extra comfy.

This eco-friendly brands Instasculpt technology emphasizes a special high-retention elastane that helps smooth and sculpt for a very flattering fit. The Farrow Skinny High Rise sits high on the hips for a versatile look and comes in a classic mid-wash blue with wide whiskering, thigh sanding contrast stitching and a clean hem.

If you want a kick-flare hem that elongates your legs, go for 7 For All Mankind jeans. The ever-popular brand combines stretch denim with contouring properties and an ultra-high rise waist for all-day comfort. The No Filter style shown here has a skinny leg, finished with a tapered bootcut hem thats versatile to wear with flats or boots.

Good American insists that retailers carry their full size range, which is almost unheard of in the retail world. They never want their bigger customers to feel left out of trends, or that certain jeans aren’t for them, says Arad. Plus, many of their styles are shown on a range of body types, which gives a realistic sense of what theyll look like on you.

Alice + Olivia founder Stacey Bendet started her brand with the mission to make the perfect pants, a goal many loyal fans feel she succeeded at. The brand has always been known for its famously high-waisted, wide-leg trousers, says Arad. This silhouette perfectly translates into their high-waisted denim now, too.

Denim aficionados go straight to Mother when they want a chic, cropped jean that never looks too short (like dated capris). Arad says their style is cut on a slight but imperceptible angle so it flatters the ankle and falls perfectly.

When it comes to black denim, Arad finds that nobody nails the deep shade like AGolde. They capture a perfectly faded hue that almost veers into a dark gray, so it will take you through fall and winter, she says. Pair this style with a cozy sweater and a chunky boot for an elevated day look.

Sometimes known by their cheeky name The Wedgie, the Levis skinny high-waisted jean has a cute seam on the backside that gives these pants their moniker, says Arad. Theyre classic and the price is right. Fans of the cut will also love their Wedgie Straight and Wedgie Ankle.

Arad loves Frame for its popular slouchy shapes that makes any outfit look a bit cooler. This pair has a bit of a wide-leg style and a built-in skinny belt, taking the typically baggy-boyfriend look for a sophisticated spin, she says.

Todays stretchy jean is a far cry from the skintight 80s version. LAgence is known for their stretchy denim, which is made with 35% cotton for comfort, and gives new life to the old term jeggings, says Arad. This forgiving fabric blend also works wonders with a high-waisted cut, for an ultra-flattering silhouette.