Denim is one of the hardest things to shop for as a grown woman. The right pair can be your wardrobe MVP. The wrong pair? A demoralizing waste of money that sits in your closet mocking you.
Since 2005, I’ve been reviewing jeans, testing fit across brands, and sharing what actually works for real bodies. As a 5’3″ size 14/16 woman with curves, I photograph denim hauls, test how jeans hold up over time, share styling tips, and regularly ask the Wardrobe Oxygen Community to weigh in so you get honest feedback across different ages, sizes, shapes, and heights.
Most jean reviews are one person, one body type, one photo. Wardrobe Oxygen’s denim content includes community feedback from women size 2 to 32, petite to tall, with different proportions and fit priorities. You’ll see how the same jeans fit a 5’2″ apple shape vs. a 5’9″ pear shape. You’ll learn which brands run small, which have weird rise issues, and which are worth the money.
This isn’t about finding the “most flattering” jeans according to outdated fashion rules. It’s about finding jeans that fit your actual body, feel comfortable, and work with your real life.
New to denim shopping at Wardrobe Oxygen? Start with these guides:
Whether you’re searching for your first great pair of jeans after 40, replacing a beloved discontinued style, or just tired of denim shopping being such a nightmare, this denim archive offers 20 years of tested reviews and community wisdom.
Use tags to browse by brand, rise, leg shape, or body type, or start with the cornerstone guides above.
The most asked question I get each fall is what kinds of jeans are in style this season? What are the fall 2019 denim trends? You’ll be happy to hear the answer – after many years where the skinny jean has reigned supreme, this fall, other cuts and styles are on the scene offering variety…
I recently was interviewed by a major publication to find out my thoughts on the best jeans for moms. I was not able to pick out the jeans, I had to offer my thoughts on the selection of denim they already chose for the article. I decided to write a post on what jeans I…
I find jeans to be one of the hardest things to shop for, right up there with bras and swimwear. When it comes to white jeans, it’s even more difficult. They’re transparent, they bag out, they’re too thin, they’re shaped weird… why is it so hard to take a wardrobe staple and make it wearable? …
The concept of white pants and jeans only between Memorial Day and Labor Day is dated. I even shared a post on how to wear white after Labor Day. White is a color that can now be worn year-round. The goal is to make white looks appropriate to the season. I love wearing white jeans…
We’re back with another review of denim! For reference, visit this link for my last extensive denim review. From lifting weights, my body has changed drastically in the past year and I am in need of some new jeans to replace old favorites that no longer fit. These days, there’s a cut and style of…
It’s been a while since I did one of my shopping hits and misses! I’m trying to purchase less, but I’m in real need of jeans. I’m looking for a slim cut (not painted on but not straight), slightly higher waist. I mentioned this quest for jeans a couple times in previous blog posts and…
When I recently mentioned I was looking for new jeans, a few of you recommended Everlane jeans. I am familiar with Everlane; a couple of years ago I did an Everlane review focusing on tops as back then Everlane only went up to size L and I knew no bottoms would fit my body. Everlane…
Question: could you do a post about styling the trendy cropped wide leg jeans? I have a pair in black like this that I scored at a thrift store, but I am 5’4″ and have curves and in my 30s. I’m going to give you some advice that you likely don’t want. But I see…
I hope you can take a few minutes to answer a question about jeans. I used to wear NYDJ in an 18WP (women’s petite). NYDJ has stopped making WP-size denim. I’ve tried other brands and haven’t found any that fit well. I’m 5’4 1/2″ and weigh about 200 pounds. I have a short rise, so…