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Not too slouchy nor too slim, this denim silhouette is the perfect middle ground for every frame. High Waisted Ripped Skinny Jeans

A few years ago, Gen Z officially declared the end of the skinny jeans reign. (But if you ask us, we are still partial to a fitted pair!) Instead, they said baggier silhouettes were de rigueur. But if wide-leg jeans are a bit too intimidating for you yet skinnier versions feel a tad too constricting to wear post-lockdown, straight-leg jeans are the perfect middle ground.

With a straight cut from waist to hem, the relaxed jeans style tends to look more flattering on most frames and has a fitted effect that perfectly hugs the waist while simultaneously elongating the legs. And because the silhouette is not too wide nor too tight, it makes the denim that much more versatile. You can wear a pair with a cozy knit sweater and sneakers, tuck them into cowboy boots a la Princess Diana, or for a more elevated look, you can team them with a smart blazer (we're really leaning into velvet toppers at the moment), heels, and an evening bag. There's really no wrong way to style them. With that said, it's time to make some room in your wardrobe, because you're going to want to add these stand-out straight-leg jeans to your denim collection, stat.

Team T&C is unanimous in this belief: Mother makes some of the best jeans around, and their straight-leg style doesn't disappoint. This one gets top marks for its high-waisted fit that perfectly hugs the waistline and semi-rigid denim that won't stretch out and is insanely comfortable to wear. T&C's news editor Emily Burack calls them her "most-worn pair."

You know that feeling when you're out and about, and think to yourself, "I can't wait to take these jeans off when I get home?" This super-stretchy pair with a high-rise fit and a cropped design is so comfy, you'll almost forget your wearing jeans.

No wardrobe is complete without a few high-waisted options. So if you're looking to reassess your denim collection, make sure to add AGOLDE's vintage-inspired jeans to the mix. It has a loose-yet-tailored fit that helps slim your frame and give you legs for days.

SLVRKLAKE's style is another cult classic, and for good reason. Not only are the jeans sustainably made, but they're incredibly rigid, meaning you'll never have to worry about those dreaded knee bags.

Allow us to introduce you to RE/DONE's retro-inspired style. With a straight-leg silhouette and high-rise fit, it's the type that you're going to want to get your tush into ASAP.

Is it really a best denim list without Levi's? For a more laid-back look, keep things classic in a slimming pair with a sky-high waist and a relaxed fit.

If you're looking for a stop-them-in-their-tracks pair, look no further than this style from Reformation. Every time I wear them, I am constantly getting asked who makes them. They feel slightly rigid at first, but get softer with each wear while maintaining their shape. Bonus: They're made from 100% recyclable materials, so buying them is really a gift for you and the planet.

T&C's social media editor Ana Osorno calls these sustainable trousers her g0-to because they're perfectly high-waisted with a not-too-baggy cut and are slightly firm yet still breathable to wear all day. Style with your favorite bodysuit and topper for a classy look.

When she's not in glamorous gowns and tiaras, Kate Middleton likes to keep her look low-key in this slimming and supple pair. Wear with a relaxed tee and Superga tennis shoes (her favorite sneakers) to really channel the Princess of Wales.

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Make like Meghan Markle and opt for Moussy Vintage. The duchess-approved denim is rigid with a touch of stretch and features distressed hems that provide for a vintage and undone look but in a cool way.

B Sides is another T&C favorite (deputy digital lifestyle director Roxanne Adamiyatt is a fan). The brand takes your run-of-the-mill deep indigo jeans and upgrades them with subtle contrasting red stitching that adds interest to casual outfits. Pair with a crisp white button down and loafers for a preppy vibe.

Citizens of Humanity's white jeans are your sign to hop on the winter white bandwagon. This non-stretchy pair is a tad wider and has a raw hem for an edgy look.

Can't decide between two styles? You get the best of both worlds with Favorite Daughter's pants: a slimming effect of straight-leg jeans and a slightly slouchy fit of boyfriend jeans.

You can never go wrong with a classic black pair. Just as its name suggests, Everlane's Way-High pants boast an above-the-belly-button fit that pinches at the waist to accentuate all body shapes and sizes. It's so flattering, you might just want to get yourself a pair in every shade possible.

skinny jeans Designed to be dressed up and down, these COS jeans are incredibly soft and comfy and make your legs look a mile long. In other words, they're the type you'll wear again and again for years to come.