The Best Denim Comes From These Editor-Approved Jeans Brands

My go-to pair of jeans is from Khaite jeans, so I trust the brand deeply when it comes to denim. I recently spotted this pair, and I’m one paycheck away from making the purchase.

Sizes: 23-32

Price range: $$$

Best for: Versatility

Every single pair from this New York-based brand is unpredictably good. Built on the idea of uniform dressing, Still Here understands you need a pair of jeans you can rely on. These only get better with age.

Sizes: 22-32

Price range: $$-$$$

Best for: Classic Americana

AGOLDE was launched in 2014 by the co-founder of two other top-notch denim brands: 7 for All Mankind and Citizens of Humanity, which means you know it has to be good.

Sizes: 23-34

Price range: $-$$

Best for: One-stop shopping

Aside from its cult following and supermodel fanbase, this made-in-L.A. brand harnesses a spontaneous, indie spirit throughout each collection.

Sizes: 23, 34; Petite, Regular

Price range: $-$$

Best for: Nonconformists

Citizens of Humanity takes a no-frills approach to denim. In other words, you’ll find high-quality fabrics and modern, multifaceted silhouettes that can be worn over and over.

Sizes: 24-32; Petite, Regular

Price range: $$

Best for: Minimalists

Re/Done recycles and repurposes existing styles, including denim from brands like Levi’s.

Sizes: 23-32

Price range: $$-$$$

Best for: Vintage collectors

Thanks to the array of low-rise styles, boyfriend fits, and raw hems, Slvrlake brings a perfect touch of street style to the table. Pair the brand’s Mica jeans with a simple white tank and a pair of chic sneakers.

Sizes: 23-32

Price range: $$

Best for: Streetwear picks

Straight from the pages of a J.Crew catalog, your favorite all-around denim awaits. I keep a pair of these at my desk, so I can change if I have casual dinner plans.

Sizes: 23-37; Classic, Petite, Tall

Price range: $

Best for: Day-to-night looks

For sleek silhouettes that go great with a pair of pumps, try Reformation. While the brand doesn’t offer denim options in extended sizes, it does offer some styles in cropped and long lengths.

Sizes: 23-34

Price range: $-$$

Best for: Dressing up

Nine times out of 10, I’m looking for a denim brand that can make even my thrifted tees look chic. Introducing, Icon Denim, where each pair is inspired by a different celebrity icon.

Sizes: 23-32

Price range: $$

Best for: Effortless aesthetic

Madewell jeans are for everybody and every body. The brand offers a “tall” and “taller” option in addition to petite and plus size ranges.

Sizes: 23-33; Petite, Regular, Plus

Price range: $-$$

Best for: The perfect fit

Our fashion and accessories director, Alexis Wolfe, opts for this pair of blue jeans from Alaïa. The designer blends sleek designs with delicate craftsmanship, embodying fashion-forward femininity.

Sizes: FR 34-46

Price range: $$$$

Best for: Runway looks

Wearing denim to the office still warrants some type of dress code, and your worn, faded jeans probably won’t make the cut. When you grow weary of skirts and slacks, 7 for All Mankind has a plethora of clean-cut, sophisticated styles that go perfectly with your favorite blazer or blouse.

Sizes: 23-34; Regular, Plus

Price range: $

Best for: Casual Fridays

Truly, no denim roundup could ever be complete without Levi’s. You’d be hard-pressed to find an ELLE editor that doesn’t swear by a pair of 501s.

Sizes: 23-34; Petite, Regular, Plus

Price range: $

Best for: Eternal staples at an affordable price

AYR jeans are made to live in. This raw hem pair scored a 4.7-star rating from over 2,000 reviewers for its effortless silhouette and flexible sizing.

Sizes: 23-34; Petite, Regular

Price range: $

Best for: Easy styling

One of the original heavy hitters in the premium denim sphere, Paige provides every style, silhouette, and wash imaginable. Dainty details like sailor buttons or form-fitting flares add a softer touch to classic jeans.

Sizes: Petite, Regular, Plus

Price range: $-$$

Best for: Crowd pleasers

Digital director Claire Stern Milch gave her blessing on this brand, and I’m not questioning it. Reach for these when you you need to look your best—you never know when you’ll run into your ex…

Sizes: 23-34

Price range: $$

Best for: Wide leg silhouettes

Fellow contributing writer Bella Warton lives in these, and so much so that I question their magical ability to withstand wear and tear. I wasn’t the slightest bit shocked when she revealed they came from Gap.

Sizes: 27-33; Regular, Tall, Petite

Price range: $

Best for: Wallet-friendly finds

Although Anine Bing isn’t solely dedicated to denim, the simple nature of the brand’s sophisticated styles provide a fresh take on the classic blue jean.

Sizes: 24-32; Regular

Price range: $$

Best for: Contemporary takes

Frame is one of the best premium denim brands of the moment, and it’s beloved by coast-to-coast celebrities like Miranda Kerr, Bella Hadid, Taylor Swift, and Kendall Jenner.

Sizes: 23-34; Petite, Regular

Price range: $-$$

Best for: Chic cuts