13 Best Skinny Jeans, According to Glamour Editors

Perhaps known more for its always on-trend dresses and romantic blouses, & Other Stories also has a great arsenal of denim, and this particular high-waist pair, made from organic and recycled cotton, is a favorite of Kate Middleton’s. We have to assume she's reached for them so many times because of their comfortable stretch and the price tag (which is affordable…by royal standards).

• Size range: 24–32
• Rise: High
• Colors: New blue, mid blue, black, gray

I've been wearing skinnies from 7 since the aughts because it's one of few quality denim brands that have consistently stocked midrise. Though I don't often find high-waist skinny jeans comfortable, this incredibly soft, stretchy leggings-like style is the exception. They do lose their shape quickly, but they rebound after a wash. That said, don't be afraid to size down if you opt for a pair like this that's made of a modal and cotton blend with a touch of spandex.

• Size range: 23–34
• Rise: 10" midrise
• Colors: Medium blue, faded blue, black

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While Glamour commerce writer and resident clothing tester Andrea Navarro isn't a skinny-jeans enthusiast (she's a straight-leg girlie), this Good American pair, which runs from 00 through 30 plus, is her go-to when she's wearing boots. “Good American’s jeans are stretchy, comfortable, and don’t have any weird gaps when you sit down,” she says. “They’re also designed to fit you throughout body fluctuations (like that time of the month).”

• Size range: 00–30
• Rise: Ultra high-rise
• Colors: Light blue, medium blue, indigo, dark blue
  
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“My fave denim brand is Gap,” says Glamour digital director Perrie Samotin. “I find its jeans more flattering than designer brands’.” And I'm totally aligned. They have the best skinny white jeans that I’ve tried (and I’ve tested many over the years), which are thick enough that they aren’t see-through yet still comfy and let you move with ease. The true-blue iterations shown here are no different and have the same high stretch recovery for flexibility.

• Size range: 24–35; available in regular, petite, and tall
• Rise: 10" midrise
• Colors: Medium indigo, dark rinse, light blue

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This popular made-in-LA designer denim brand is beloved by celebrities including Meghan Markle, who is a fan of its frayed ankle-cropped denim. This pair of skinny jeans fit like a glove and hold you in—if that's what you're after. If you're not in the market for a constricting pair, size up.

• Size range: 23–34
• Rise: 9½" midrise
• Colors: Medium blue rinse
  
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There's a reason that Levi's are such a sartorial mainstay. “These slim jeans are a comfortable classic,” says Glamour commerce producer and former fashion buyer Leilani McQuay. “I can dress them up with pumps for a night out or rock them with a cool graphic tee and sneakers for a casual vibe. While trends may come and go, my love for skinny jeans remains unwavering.” Bonus: You can find Levi's on Amazon for under $30, making them among the most affordable options that don't skimp on quality.

• Size range: 24–35; available in regular, short, and long inseams
• Rise: 8½" midrise
• Colors: Offered in 32 washes, rinses, and treatments

It goes without saying that every woman’s body is different, so why not find a pair of jeans that caters to your exact figure? Enter Measure & Made. Plug in your stats online and the brand will match you according to your size and shape. These super-skinny jeans sit at the belly button and taper to the ankles (making them great if you have skinny legs), and are supersoft courtesy of the cotton, polyester, and spandex blend.

• Size range: 0–28; available in three fits
• Rise: Midrise
• Colors: Distressed indigo, dark ink wash

Everlane's jeans constantly get top marks for their ultra-soft organic cotton. Reviewers say these breathable high-rise jeans hold their shape despite feeling like sweatpants. This comfy light-wash pair also comes in the popular curvy fit to accommodate various body shapes.

• Size range: 23–35; available in two inseams
• Rise: 11¾" high-rise
• Colors: Faded blue, authentic blue, mid blue, ash gray, black

Get the look of a lived-in pair of vintage jeans in this midrise pair with its subtle faded wash and whiskering detail. It still has the stretch and softness that’s expected from a classic skinny pair, though. Plus, they’re offered in a curvy fit, tweaked with a narrow waist and more room in the thighs and hips.

• Size range: 24–33; regular, tall, and petite
• Rise: Midrise
• Colors: Dark wash, pure white, black

Lean and long is the name of the game here. With a high waist and streamlined fit, these ankle-length jeans will give the illusion of endless legs. Premium stretch denim (with hint of elastane) hugs exactly where you want it to without the dreaded baggy knees.

• Size range: 23–34; available in standard, petite, plus, and tall
• Rise: 10" high-rise
• Colors: Dark blue, medium blue, black

Inspired by the tight jeans of the ’80s, this Zara super-skinny pair has a sleek finish and clean hems. “Though they have plenty of stretch, I love that these feel like actual pants when so many skinnies fall into the jeggings category, which—don't get me wrong—I enjoy as well,” says Schwartz. “They hit slightly above the navel for a higher midrise, so you can wear them with more cropped tops, if that's you're thing. They're also tapered enough to tuck boots into and are mighty comfy.”

• Size range: 25–32
• Rise: 9¼" midrise
• Colors: Mid-blue, gray

“I recently tried on several denim styles from L’Agence and they were beyond comfortable,” says Glamour contributing writer Paula Lee. “Each pair, from skinny crop jeans to wide leg, is made with soft and high-quality fabric. The skinnies have that second-skin look, and while at first glance on the hanger they didn’t look like they would fit me, once I pulled them on, they molded to my body. Plus, the strategic fading serves to define and contour the legs.” With extra stretch and a just-right cropped length, this is a pair that can see you through casual daytime or nights out.

• Size range: 23–34
• Rise: 9½"
• Colors: Medium blue, light vintage blue

Can’t part with your leggings? We hear you. For those days when getting properly dressed is a struggle, try these jeggings that are just as comfortable and breathable, but more substantial than your athleisure bottoms. The four-way stretch fabric hugs the body and sculpts the booty, while lending coverage by way of the super-high waist.

• Size range: 000–20; available in regular, short, and long
• Rise: 10¾" high-rise
• Colors: Dark ink wash

Most of Abercrombie’s denim selection is offered in various inseams, from extra short to extra long, so you can find the right fit for your height. This is especially useful for skinny styles, which don’t look ideal with a bunched hem or one that’s too cropped. The brand’s skinny black jeans feature a high rise to show off the waist before tapering to the ankle in a formfitting silhouette that is made even more appealing thanks to the comfortable fit and stretch.

• Size range: 23–37; available in five lengths
• Rise: 10½" high-rise
• Colors: Available in eight washes and treatments