This Trendless Jean Style is A Must: 23 Pairs You'll Wear Year After Year 

“These pants fit like a glove! They have a lot of stretch and the color is perfect to go with many different outfits. I liked how they weren’t so high-rise. I have a hard time with those ones because then the waist never fits. I got so many compliments on them. For reference, I’m 5’4” and 115 lbs and got the 25R.”— Abercrombie reviewer

Madewell makes incredible basics, but they’re especially known for their denim. This baggy pair fits perfectly above the waist and has a relaxed and easy fit. 

If Who What Wear editors had to pick a favorite denim brand, it would be Agolde. We would classify the brand’s ’90s jeans as the best overall.

If you’re on the taller side, we’d recommend Reformation’s jeans.

Don’t sleep on Zara’s denim. Sometimes, we gravitate towards them over our designer pairs. Plus, this medium wash will look great paired with all your fall knitwear.

Out of all of Levi’s styles, the 501 is the ultimate classic. The mid-rise and straight silhouettes make for the perfect ’90s-inspired look.

“These were exactly what I was looking for. It’s hard to find mid-rise these days and I’m just not into high rise. The fit is great, true to size, and very flattering. I love the straight leg and the wash is super versatile dressing it up with a cute top and heels or down with a t-shirt and sneakers.”— Gap reviewer

Are you sensing a theme here? A lot of these mid-rise jeans are ’90s inspired, and the style of that era just exudes class. Proof that with these jeans, you’ll always look good.

Made from 100% cotton, these H&M jeans are perfect for those who want a more comfortable and softer denim instead of a rigid pair. 

“I LOVE these jeans, the mid-rise is great, they’re supremely flattering, and I will wear them til they come apart at the seams.”— Madewell reviewer

If you’re able to splurge, Khaite’s denim has proved to be worthy of the hype. 

“I never do reviews but these checked all the boxes for me! I had been looking for baggy jeans but never liked the way they fit. I have bigger thighs and a slimmer waist and these for perfect—baggy in the thighs but fit my waist and hips great. I am a 30in waist and 42in hip and I purchased a size 10. I am considering also getting the 8 for a slightly more fitted look! Great jeans!”— H&M reviewer

The fashion set is all over barrel jeans recently, so of course Zara would release their own version. It’s more understated than others on the market, and is just incredibly chic. 

If you’re looking for luxe-like jeans at an under-$100 price point, Mango is your destination. This pair is proof.

Another splurgy-worthy brand for denim has to be Tibi, especially if you prefer a loose and baggy fit. 

“I love these jeans, so comfortable and versatile. this is my second pair and my favorite style of Abercrombie jeans. I’m waiting for more washes to become available. It’s the perfect amount of baggy, not too loose not too tight the fit is perfect.”—Abercrombie & Fitch reviewer

Switch things up from your black and blue denim with this chocolate brown pair from Reformation.

In the denim world, Levi’s will always be reliable. This pair fits nicely at a mid-rise level, but is roomy and slouch at the hip and thigh for maximum comfort and ease.

A black pair of denim looks classy, but a washed grey pair adds an easy level of interest without jumping into another color range

Instead of pairing a button-down with wide-leg trousers, opt for floor-length jeans like this one from Favorite Daughter.

We understand that not all of you may have given up skinny jeans, and that’s totally okay. Wear what makes you feel comfortable! Mother has a variety of mid-rise skinny styles to choose from.