The Best Jeans, According To a Fashion Editor Who Scoured the Internet So You Don’t Have To

If you only invest in one pair of jeans this season, make it Reformation's straight-leg style. A true wardrobe classic, they're relaxed enough to be worn everyday but can also be smartened up with a sleek top and a must-have designer bag.

Sat high on the waist with a 90s-inspired straight leg, Agolde's blue-toned jeans offer a nostalgic take on the straight-leg trend. Pair them with loafers, trainers, and even knee-high boots for the utmost versatility.

Uniqlo's slouchy straight-leg jeans offer a more relaxed take on straight-leg styles. Available in three washes, I love this vintage tone for a lived-in look.

Featuring a loose-fit silhouette, these black jeans will see you through any season.

If you're looking for a pair of figure-flattering straight-leg jeans, you can't go far wrong with Mint Velvet's denim range. Thanks to the high-rise waist and straight cut, they're designed to make legs look ultra-long regardless of your height. They're a true crowd-pleaser.

Look to M&S' superb denim range inexpensive hard-working pieces. These high-waisted straight-leg jeans are under £30 and give off-duty model vibes when paired with a chunky knit or tank top.

I am obsessed with Toteme's simple wide leg jeans. The pleat leg offers a chic tailored feel while the blue wash is understated and effortless. The perfect balance of high-low styling.

Fitted at the waist with a wide-leg silhouette, these jeans offer both style and comfort. Style with heels or trainers to completely transform your look.

If you were to conjure up an image of a really stylish woman wearing denim palazzos, chances are you'll have Victoria Beckham in mind. So, naturally, she has designed the ultimate high-waisted flared jeans to invest in.

With a vintage inspired 70's feel, this New Look style proves great jeans never go out of fashion.

Horseshoe or barrel jeans hug at the waist before rounding at the leg to create a unique balloon-style shape. This Topshop number has an exaggerated silhouette that looks great paired with a fitted top for a balanced look.

California-based brand, Same's polished balloon jeans lead the way when it comes to this modern denim shape.

Made from 100% cotton, these high-rise horseshoe jeans are the ultimate pair by Citizens of Humanity. Featuring a flattering silhouette, I simply cannot stop wearing mine this season with a soft-knitted cardigan and pointed toe heels.

Want to wear jeans to the office? These barrel jeans perfectly bridge the gap between easy-wearing denim and smart-tailored trousers.

If blue denim isn't for you, Free People's horeshoe jeans come in 20 different shades that are guaranteed to please.

Mother's jeans are the cool girl-approved brand to be seen in right now, but if you're looking for a style that taps into the trend yet feels much more timeless, I'd suggest this all-white.

Known for their sleek yet comfortable designs, Nobodys Child's denim range is one of my favourite high-quality options for everyday denim. Pair these flared jeans with a chunky knit and trainers.

For a softer look, rather than bright white tones, instead opt for a warmer shade like this ecru style from Veronica Beard.

The days of thinking white denim is for sunny day alone are far gone. These low-rise jeans from sustainable UK-based brand, K&R hold a playful silhouette that is equally very comfortable.

There's something eternally chic about wearing head-to-toe white, yet while white trousers can feel a little done, white denim offers a more understated look.

With a dedicated range of denim for longer legs, New Look stocks a great variety of different styles that guarantee a satisfactory fit. These straight-leg jeans are a perfect everyday option.

With a slightly slim cut leg and high-rise waist, Reformation's Bex jeans make the perfect day-to-night jeans. Plus, they come in three different leg lengths.

Levi's 501 silhouette is a timeless denim classic. Available in 16 washes and three lengths, you're almost certain to find your perfect pair.

While denim has a place on the catwalk every season, for SS26, dark denim tones were spotted everywhere, from Khaite to Dior. Tap into the trend in this floor length style from Frame.

M&'S denim range is designed in five different leg lengths to ensure a perfect fit, regardless of height. These ankle grazers offer a classic French-girl approach to denim with its chic ankle-grazing cut.

This wide-leg style will work to elongate petite pins to give the illusion of longer legs.

While most petite brands tend to stick to classic designs, Reiss' petite denim offering has plenty of variety, including this chic chocolate brown style.

Mother recently launched a line catering to petite frames, and as someone who always has to hem her trousers after buying them, I am thankful.

Another great go-to, M&S'ultra-comfortable jeans come in three different lengths, which make getting the perfect fit from the get-go a much easier task.

Petite-friendly, chic, and comfortable — Wrangler is a household industry staple for a reason.

For those not totally sold on the fully-bedazzled look, these Mango jeans feature micro-embellishments for an entry-level approach.

For a different approach, I'm obsessed with Veronica Beard's crystal-detail jeans. Wear with a white blouse and cowboy boots for a Western approach.

Area are pros when it comes to cool-girl embellishment and these cut-out jeans prove it.

Featuring subtle embellishment and flower detailing, these jeans provide a more relaxed look. Pair them with a tank top and a leather jacket, and you're all set.

The recent Y2K revival has seen the return of many denim trends, and one that's slowly taking hold is the low-rise jean. To wear it in 2026, opt for a baggy rather than a figure-hugging fit for a cooler finish.

Founded by Anna Foster, ELV denim is here to shake up the denim industry and their oversized Freya jeans prove it pushing the boundaries on shape and style.

If you take one thing away from this denim breakdown, it's that oversized shapes are most definitely in. Embrace all things baggy in this style from Balenciaga.

Coming in a true-blue hue, these jeans will easily become one of your most hardworking wardrobe staples this season.

Pair with a cardigan and trainers for an easy day look, or dress them up with heeled ankle boots and a funnel-neck coat.

Designed with curves in mind, Khloe Kardashian's denim brand will hug you in all the right places.

The brand's latest 318 Shaping jeans are designed to lengthen the legs whilst hugging your curves to celebrate your personal features. Style them with loafers and a sweater vest layered under a white T-shirt.

Did you know Spanx also created jeans? Drawing on their expansive shapewear knowledge, their denim is designed to sculpt and shape for a smooth, snug fit.

Abercrombie's curve love range is created to flatter and fit curvy figures. Alongside catering to waists from 23-37, their jeans also come in 5 leg lengths meaning all shapes are catered for.

Hourglass shapes, these jeans are specifically for you. Featuring a comfortable silhouette, they're also designed with more room at the hips meaning no annoying gape at the back.

River island is a high street brand that delivers when it comes to plus size denim. Available in sizes 18-28 their selection features multiple on-trend styles in flattering cuts and wearable washes.

A classic straight fit but with a little added stretch for comfort, Good American's Good Icon jeans are a wardrobe staple for all sizes.

Style these elegant skinny jeans with heels and a crisp shirt for an everyday workwear look.

Abercrombie's signature Curve Love Low Rise Baggy Jeans are a fan favourite for a reason, coming in 9 different shades and offered up to a waist size 37,

Re/done take preloved and vintage denim and redesign it in modern cuts and styles to create pieces that feel unique yet on-trend. This straight leg style and the perfect example featuring a relaxed worn-in wash alongside a chic straight leg design.

A vintage 90's pair of Levi's are a capsule wardrobe must-have.

Featuring a low rise, loose fit with a straight leg cut, these snake print jeans are a timeless style that you'll keep reaching for repeatedly.

Featuring a classic straight-leg cut, these flared jeans are a great vintage find for under £30.

This cropped indigo blue style gives Parisian chic in the best way possible. Simply pair with a Breton knit and ballet flats to channel effortless French style.