If you have been around for a hot minute, you will know that my favorite brand of jeans for a while now is Madewell. For pretty much my entire life, I was hiking up my jeans, dealing with stretched out butts and knees by noon, and never really feeling like I found a pair that worked for my body.
I have tried all the denim, it feels like. From high end – Paige, Citizens of Humanity, Seven, DL196, and Good American. All the way through more afforable options like Old Navy, Loft, and American Eagle. While I have found a good pair here and there from all of the brands above, it was mostly hit or miss.
And then Madewell started making plus sizes in late 2018, and I was shook. Every single pair I tried on was just as good as the late. My apple shaped body was catered to, with waistbands that fit just right and ankles that were still skinny all the way to the bottom. And the best part? They not only have extended sizes in their regular length, but also petite, tall AND extra tall.
My personal favorite jeans are linked below. I have tried and owned every single pair at one point or another. I go through phases with my favorite jeans styles, but I always come back to Madewell.
ABOUT MY SIZING – I AM TYPICALLY A 24/26 IN MOST BRANDS, LEANING MORE TOWARDS A 24. I COMFORTABLE WEAR A 37 IN MADEWELL, BUT PREFER TO GO DOWN TO A 36 IN THE STRETCHIER SKINNY JEANS. THEY TAKE A FEW WEARS TO FULLY BREAK IN, BUT TRUST ME WHEN I SAY THIS – IF YOUR SKINNY JEANS ARE IN ANY WAY LOOSE WHEN YOU FIRST BUY THEM, YOU NEED TO SIZE DOWN.
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A few things to consider..
- TO CURVY OR NOT – Often times, you will see the term “curvy” and automatically think it is speaking to plus sizes. This is not the case. If you struggle with a gap in your waistband or have larger hips or a bigger booty than your waist, curvy fit is for you! I personally prefer the regular fit, as I carry more weight in my stomach than my hips. Choose which suits you best!
- MADEWELL JEANS RUN LONG – I am 5’10” and the regular length is more than long enough for me. I do have shorter legs, but unless you have very long legs or are over 5’10” I would stick with the regular. Madewell is awesome though, and offers free hemming on all of their denim! You just need to call the store and set up a time to take them in. They will do it 100% free of charge.
- JEANS ARE A NEEDLE IN A HAYSTACK – While Madewell jeans work the best for me, they may not work the best for you. Every body is different and jeans are as individual as bras. What I love, you may hate.
- THE LARGER THE SIZE, THE HIGHER THE RISE – Now, I still love my 10″ skinnies, and probably always will. But as the size goes up, the length of the rise also increases. I’ve started to realize that the 9″ Madewell jeans are just a hint more comfortable for me. They still come above my belly button and keep everything tucked in, but they don’t sit quite as close to my bra line. Keep that in mind, especially if you are more petite!
THE BEST OF THE BEST
Without further ado, here are my all time favorite Madewell jeans. From vintage, straight leg, boy fit to the skinniest of the skinny, there is something for every occasion!
