dream jeans
The big news this season is the skinny jean, but there are still many more styles
to choose from. Our denim guide breaks down the latest trends to
help you find the perfect jean for you.

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The Scoop: Whether you choose stovepipe, cigarette or tapered styles, skinny is the cut of the moment. Lengths range from ankle length to super-long.
Wear Them With: A bit tricky to wear, skinny jeans look best with loose, blousy tops which help balance the proportions.
Shoes to Choose: For ankle lengths, choose flats for a classic look. Longer lengths call for sexy pumps and ankle boots. Skinny jeans also look great tucked into knee high boots (a style that looks good on most everyone).
Flatter Your Figure: Sure, skinny jeans look great on skinny figures, but this doesn't mean average women can't wear them. Try pairing them with a long belted sweater or blousy tunic and heels to elongate and slim legs. Or tuck them into boots for a sexy look most women can pull off.
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Fire 'Lisa' Skinny Stretch Jeans
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Matchstick Jean in Deep Indigo Wash
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Calvin Klein Jeans Stretch Skinny Jean, Black
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Joe's Jeans Cigarette in Frankie
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13 Inch Skinny Jean
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Women's Lowest Rise Skinny - "The Diva" Jeans
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The Scoop: The classic bootcut may not be the "hot" trend of the season, but it's still the most wearable and flattering style out there. A great-fitting pair will last for years.
Wear Them With: Everything. Look for darker washes to wear to work (if jeans are allowed) or out for the evening.
Shoes to Choose: Depending on the length, you can wear them with everything from sexy heels and ankle boots to flats and city sneakers. TIP: when wearing with heels, let the hem drape over most of the shoe to add inches to your legs.
Flatter Your Figure: Bootcuts are one of the most flattering styles you can wear and are great for visually slimming thighs or making legs look long when paired with a heel. The perfect choice for curvy and pear-shaped women. Make sure your pair is slim through the thighs to create a leaner silhouette.
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Classic (Boot Cut) Jeans
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J Brand Dark Vintage Bell Bottom
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Mossimo® Black: Premium Denim Bootcut Jeans - Patrick
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Sakura® Basic 5-pocket Jeans
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Contour Dark Rinse Boot-Cut Jean
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Paige Premium Hollywood Hills in Barcelona Blue
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The Scoop: If skinny jeans aren't for you, a straight leg jean is the next best thing.
Wear Them With: A loose-fitting top offers the perfect balance for a slim jean. Also try cinching a belt around your top at your natural waist to make legs look super long.
Shoes to Choose: Longer lengths look great with heels and boots, shorter lengths with flats and city sneakers. Try a wide cuff for a different look.
Flatter Your Figure: Easier to wear than skinny jeans, but not as flattering as bootcuts for curvy and pear shaped women.
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Libertine Denim Jeans - Dark Wash
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Straight Jeans (Dark Tint)
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True Religion "Johnny" Straight Leg Jean
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7 For All Mankind Basic Straight-Leg Jeans
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Chor Crinkled Straight Leg Jean
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Paper Denim & Cloth Low-Rise Stretch Straight-Leg Jean, 1 Year Wash
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The Scoop: Slim cropped jeans have an air of sophistication, with a classic '50s feel.
Wear Them With: Button-down shirts and belts for a classic look, sexy sweaters, fitted jackets...
Shoes to Choose: Pumps and wedges add height and sex appeal, skimmers and flats add sophistication.
Flatter Your Figure: Paired with heels and a shorter top, these are great leg-lengtheners.
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J Brand 10 Inch Ankle Jean in Ink
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Stitch's Cheyenne Crop in Crow
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Cambio Karen Cropped Jeans
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David Kahn Jeans Stretch Wide Leg Crop Pants
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Serfontaine Cruiser Cuff in True Blue
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Delia's Grace Low-Rise Skinny
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The Scoop: Trouser-cut jeans have a fuller cut leg and trouser styling for a more sophisticated and sometimes work-worthy look.
Wear Them With: Fitted tops and jackets, sweater vests, button downs. Avoid tunic lengths and oversized tops.
Shoes to Choose: Heels are your best bet for this style, unless your pair is a shorter length, in which case you can get away with a flat or kitten heel. TIP: always make sure at least the toe of your shoe is visible to avoid looking sloppy.
Flatter Your Figure: The wide trouser leg drapes from the waist to the ankle, helping to conceal hips and thighs. A dark wash and heels further slims the silhouette.
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Edun Sylph Four-Pocket Skinny Jean, Midnight
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DIESEL 'Bootik' Trouser Jeans
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Old Navy Ultra Low-Rise Rocker Flare Jeans
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7 for all Mankind Slouchy Trouser, Atlantis
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Joe's Jeans 'Mitchell' Stretch Trouser Jeans
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Joe's Jeans Ferrel Trouser in Knight
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The Scoop: Super flattering, flared jeans have a '70s vibe. Avoid anything that resembles a bellbottom, embroidered designs or patches - keep things clean and feminine for a modern look.
Wear Them With: Feminine tops and ladylike blouses add an air of sophistication. Avoid anything sloppy or bohemian to ensure a modern look.
Shoes to Choose: Sexy pumps and heels - no flats here.
Flatter Your Figure: A slim-fitting top and heels will elongate your shape. The wider ankles make thighs look slim. Petite women should be careful - a flared ankle can give a stunted appearance.
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Juicy Couture 'The Fluffy' Flare Stretch Jeans
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Paige Premium Denim 'Robertson Las Palmas' Stretch Jeans
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BDG 5 Pocket Stretch Flare Dark Blue
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Paris Blues Black Denim Flares
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AG Jeans 'The Club' Well Fitted Stretch Flare Jeans
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Hudson Jeans Supermodel Heavy Stitch Back Flap Pocket
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The Scoop: Haters of low-rise jeans will love the readily-available higher-rise choices. Many styles have a lower front and a higher back - so you can bend over without baring all.
Wear Them With: A top that hits mid-hip or longer for a more flattering look. Short tops or tucked in shirts can be tough to pull off.
Flatter Your Figure: Jeans with higher waists are great for slimming the tummy and ideal for avoiding the dreaded muffin top. A touch of stretch will help you breathe easier.
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Amber Bootcut Highrise Jean in Dark Paris
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Citizens of Humanity Hutton High Rise in Sunset Beach
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High-rise trouser jeans (dark)
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Citizens of Humanity Amber High Rise Jeans
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High Waist Tie Jean
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Hudson High Waisted Wide Leg Jean
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Right Fit Stretch Bootcut Jean
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Boot Cut (new) Jeans
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Modern dark wash boot-cut jean
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DKNY Jeans Stretch Soho Jean, available in extended sizes
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Crest Jeans Western Back Pocket Flares
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DIESEL 'Lowky Jeffrey' Stretch Jeans
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7 For All Mankind X-Long Bootcut in Mercer
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Citizens of Humanity Wimbledon Ingrid Flare
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