the fits
From total classics to of-the-moment obsessions. Available in sizes 23 to 33, 14W to 28W, Petite, Tall and Taller inseams.
standard
wide-leg
High, fitted waist and wide, relaxed legs.
Straight-Leg
A high-rise straight cut with both slim and relaxed leg options.
Kick Out Crop
Fitted through the thigh with a cropped mini flare leg.
Perfect Vintage
A waist-accentuating high rise and a slim tapered leg.
Flare
Modern takes on retro styles.
baggy
Slouchy, relaxed fits.
boyjean
A relaxed waist and roomy leg.
skinny
A flattering, can’t-go-wrong lean shape.
overalls
One-piece favorites in a variety of shapes.
CURVY Wide-Leg
High, fitted waist and wide, relaxed legs.
CURVY Straight-Leg
A high-rise straight cut with both slim and relaxed leg options.
CURVY Kick Out Crop
Fitted through the thigh with a cropped mini flare leg.
CURVY Perfect Vintage
A waist-accentuating high rise and a slim tapered leg.
CURVY Flare
Modern takes on retro styles.
CURVY BAGGY
Slouchy, relaxed fits.
THE FABRICS
Prefer extra stretch, zero give or something in between? Our design experts work with the world’s best mills to make sure every option is just right.
Stretch
Extracomfy denim that hugs the body and bounces back like a pro.
Comfort Stretch
Denim that combines the structure of rigid with a touch of stretch for day-one comfort.
RIGID
Old-school, no-stretch denim that breaks in just enough to mold to your body.
the washes
Our dimensional, nuanced finishes are developed through a five-part process.
Our signature fits reengineered for hourglass shapes. Gap-proof waistbands, longer rises and extra room at the hips and thighs—we cut curves, not corners.
DENIM IS OUR EXPERTISE
Our pair-perfecting formula starts here.
TESTED ON REAL BODIES
Each fit is refined and tested by our in-house team on six models of varying body sizes.
BUTT-BOOSTING FEATURES
Perfectly sized pockets placed at the most flattering spot + a curve-enhancing back rise that lifts you up.
Magic Pockets™
Ultra-smoothing, reinforced front pockets that offer an extra layer of holds-you-in sorcery.
TAKE YOUR MEASUREMENTS
It’s easy. Grab your best-fitting pair and a measuring tape and let’s go.
how to measure
Waist
Lay down your jeans and loosely measure across the waistband.
rise
Measure from the crotch seam to the top of the waistband.
inseam
Following the inner leg seam, measure from the crotch to the bottom of the hem.
leg opening
Measure across the bottom hem.
back rise
Turn your jeans over and measure from the crotch seam to the top of the waistband.
SHOULD YOU GO CURVY?
Measure your body around the smallest part of your waist and at the widest part of your hips. If the difference between the two is over 10", our Curvy styles are designed for you.
size chart
U.S. SIZE | WAIST | HIP |
|---|---|---|
23 | 24" | 34" |
24 | 25" | 35" |
25 | 26" | 36" |
26 | 27" | 37" |
27 | 28" | 38" |
28 | 29" | 39" |
29 | 30.25" | 40.25" |
30 | 31.5" | 41.5" |
31 | 33" | 43" |
32 | 34.5" | 44.5" |
33 | 36.25" | 46.25" |
14W | 37" | 47" |
16W | 39" | 49" |
18W | 41" | 51" |
20W | 43" | 53" |
22W | 45" | 55" |
24W | 47" | 57" |
26W | 49" | 59" |
28W | 51" | 61" |
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