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Read our privacy notice . Though jeans are undoubtedly one of the hardest-working staples in every wardrobe, it can be tricky to find the perfect pair. Do you prefer tough denim or one with stretch? Which wash suits you best? And how should the leg fit? With a seemingly endless array of styles to choose from, it’s hard to know which is best.
During the 2010s the skinny leg reigned supreme, mainly thanks to Hedi Slimane’s tenure at Dior Homme, while the baggy Y2K fit is in favour now. And, with the natural cyclical nature of fashion, who’s to say we’re not going to revert back to the spray-on look in the next couple of years? There’s also seventies-coded flares, a timeless slim leg or a crowd-pleasing taper to think about, too. For a happy medium that’s always in, go for a classic straight-leg style – Levi’s 501s are a great example.
Though Levi Strauss invented the silhouette back in 1873 as a workwear staple, the straight-leg cut is still a hot favourite 150 years later. Then, generally speaking, it’s best to go for a rigid denim. Too stretchy and they’ll look a little worse for wear after just a few wears.
Overwhelming rips and distressed features are a hard no, so keep it classic with a pa.
