Row 1
AGOLDE 90s High-Rise Loose Fit in Fall Out [$$$] - AGOLDE has been a life-changing denim brand for me. Okay, dramatic (yes), but seriously. I splurged on these jeans in early 2019 and haven't looked back. I recommend sizing down (I'm between a 28-29 and wear these in a 27 for my most comfortable fit). Being 100% denim, your first wear might feel a little tight, but rest assured they'll stretch to the perfect fit. Better to be tight with these because they have a lot of give once broken in.
AGOLDE 90s High-Rise Loose Fit in Fall Out [$$$] - This is the same style as above in a white wash. I have a 28 in the white, just because I usually prefer my white denim to be a little looser-fitting. I know white jeans is a big topic of discussion come Spring. Instead of investing in 3 decent pairs, invest in this one - I promise it'll be all you'll wear!
AE Mom Jean in Uber Cool [$] - These are my most-recommended pair of budget-friendly denim! The straight fit is one of the more flattering mom-styles I own, and they're a great mid-wash for Spring and Summer. I recommend sticking true to size, or sizing up if in between (I wear an 8 in these). The jeans come in short, regular and long. Being 5'6", I like the fit of the short style best. They hit perfectly mid-ankle and go great with boots at this length.
Row 2
AGOLDE Jamie High-Rise Classic in Shakedown [$$$] - Another pair from AGOLDE that's a great-fitting lighter wash for Spring. This style runs a bit snug IMO, so I recommend sizing up (29 is snug but still works for me).
Madewell 11" High-Rise Skinny Jeans [$$] - Skinny jeans are my least worn style of denim, simply because I prefer the fit of a straight jean for my body type. That being said, you always have to have 1 or 2 great pairs of skinny jeans on rotation! I love this darker wash from Madewell, and they're a great style for a nicer dinner out or even a casual Friday at work. I wear a 29 in most skinnies from Madewell and prefer the looser fit.
AGOLDE Riley High-Rise Straight Crop [$$$] - Similar to the Jamie High-Rise, the Riley is a great white denim cropped style that has a bit of a straighter fit for Spring. This style runs a bit snug IMO, so I recommend sizing up (29 is snug but still works for me).
Row 3
Abercrombie Ultra High-Rise Straight Jeans [$$] - I just recently picked up this style in 'Ripped Light Wash' and oh my goodness - they're a win. The wash is so nice in person (it's a smidge lighter than it appears on the website) and the fit is great. I went for a 29 in these because of the higher waist, and they are a little loose on the waist but fit the booty great.
Madewell Perfect Vintage Jean in Rosabelle Wash [$$] - This is a great lighter wash Spring style with minimal distressing that will go perfectly with white sneaks and a tee! I don't have this exact style but have an almost identical pair in the "Perfect Vintage" fit from last season which is one of my most-worn pairs of jeans. I wear a 28 in that style, and assume that this is similar fitting.
Abercrombie High Rise Mom Jeans in Medium Wash [$$] - These are a great mid-darker wash mom style. My only complaint is that damn thigh rip! It's a bit too high for me, but still love the denim. I wear a 29 in these because of the higher waist.
Row 4
Levi's 501 Crop in Montgomery [$$] - These are a recent Spring addition to my closet after another blogger's recommendation and I am SO pleasantly surprised! I own just about every Levi's style out there, and I can't believe I was missing this one. As a rule of thumb, unless it has elastane content, I always size up to a 29 or 30 in Levi's. I got this size in a 29 and although loose on the waist, they fit the booty great (where my girls at who deal with that annoying waist gap?!)
AGOLDE 90s Mid-Rise Loose Fit in Captured [$$$] - These are essentially the same style as the first two pairs in the top row, although considered a "mid-rise". They're definitely not a mid-rise...think of them as a classic high-rise fit. Just picked up this lighter wash for Spring in a 28. Love them.
J.Crew 10" Highest Rise Toothpick Jean [$$] - Another great straight leg style (I wear this with OTK boots in the Winter), and the exposed button detail adds a cool touch. I have both a 28 and 29 in these and prefer the fit of the 29.
