While I typically shop in the petite section or cuff my jeans to fit, I have rounded up some of the best stretchy jeans options to accommodate those both shopping in the petite and the tall sections. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned.
Best Stretchy Jeans
The Perfect Vintage Jean in Vintage Canvas, $93, Madewell
If you want to have a greater say in the amount of stretch your jeans have, try Madwell, which will allow you to search based on no stretch, a bit stretch, comfy stretch, and super stretch. Madewell has been a fan favorite for many especially for those people looking for a bit more length. They offer great styles in really flattering shades, so it’s easy to find a pair you are excited to wear.
Mid Rise FlexX Medium Wash Ripped Hem Skinny Jeans, $83, Express
Recently, Express released a new line of jeans that are being promoted as a hyper stretch fabric that will give you a full range of motion. These jeans fit like a glove, they aren’t Jeggings but their sizing available is XS, S, M, L, and XL so you may need to try them on to get the sizing right. They offer a wide range of styles and denim washes in this new fabric.
AE Stretch Mom Straight Jean, $50, American Eagle
When I started looking for comfortable and stylish jeans, I was shocked when people started recommending American Eagle. I thought the store was purely for teenagers and college students, but many of my friends informed me American Eagle has aged with us, and has some great options. For those that are looking to try the Mom jean trend, American Eagle offers a mom jean with some stretch—if you are looking to find jeans that fit more like leggings, American Eagle also offers a variety of Jeggings.
SUPER ELASTIC JEGGINGS, $35, ZARA
I can’t do a list of best stretchy pants without featuring at least one pair of Jeggings. Zara offers Jeggings with a super stretch that has the stitching and styling to make them look like just like a great pair of jeans. These Jeggings offer a lot of give with a high waist to complete any fall outfit.
ASOS DESIGN high rise ridley ‘skinny’ jeans, $40, ASOS
These stretchy jeans are affordable and offer a lot of sizing options, both for height and waist. Some people have experienced some trouble getting the size right, so I recommend looking closely at their sizing guides.
Women’s High-Rise Skinny Jeans - Universal Thread™ Dark Wash,$20, Target
I love a great Target trip and this spring, I was short on time but in desperate need for a new pair of jeans, so for the price point, I figured I would give Universal Thread a try. It was love at first wear. These jeans are high rise and offer a great stretch that allows you to move throughout the day, while they aren’t the ‘Mom style’ for jeans I find them perfect for chasing around my kids on the weekends.
High Rise Zoe Straight Jean, $129, Lucky Brand
If you are looking for straight-style jeans that still offer a great amount of stretch, the Lucky Brand has you covered. Their Zoe-style jeans offer high-waisted straight-leg jeans with a variety of washes and a lot of stretch.
GOOD FLARE TWISTED SLIT, $169, Good American
We have all seen the Good American ads, jeans with stretch that also help shape you. The ads aren’t lying, Good American offers a variety of options for stretchy jeans that make you feel and look good, including flares and bootlegs, both are currently on-trend. I have found you may need a few wears to fully break them in, but they are soft, stretchy and stylish.
315 SHAPING BOOTCUT WOMEN’S JEANS, $59, LEVI’S
Levi’s have been around forever and for good reason, they have always seemed to adapt to the trends while also offering the classic blue jean staples. Levi’s continues to offer Stretch and nonstretch jeans in a variety of styles from skinny to flared. I really like the 315 style, it has the right amount of support and stretch.
High-Rise Slim Wide-Leg Cropped Jean, $109, Banana Republic
Banana Republic is often a go-to store for workwear but they have great options for jeans as well. I have found their jeans to have a little less stretch than some other brands but they offer a great fit and are very durable. I find my Banana Republic jeans to really stand the test of time, being versatile for years after I purchase them.
High-Waisted Power Slim Straight Black Jeans for Women, $39, Old Navy
At an affordable price, these jeans provide great stretch and all-day comfort. These are the perfect black jean which can be dressed up or down. They fit true to size and quickly become a staple for any wardrobe.
High-rise ’90s classic straight jean in Rinse wash, $109, J.Crew
These 90s throwback jeans offer just a touch of stretch providing a little bit more structure than some of the other jeans on our list. I love the style of these jeans, along with their commitment to using a Fair Trade Certified factory that provides additional income and better conditions for the people who work there.
Fresh Cut High Rise Kick Crop Jeans In Pure Dark Indigo Wash, $79, LOFT
LOFT offers a lot of great new styles in denim, and these Crop Jeans overstretch to allow you to move throughout the day. The cropped cut and unfinished hem make the Kick Crop Jeans look perfect for the warmer fall days ahead.
NYDJ’s jeans are known for their stretch, while they look like your traditional skinny jeans, the fabric is so stretchy these are perfect for dancing the night away. The Ami Skinny Jeans are offered in a variety of washes and sizes from 00- 18. People love how slimming and soft the jeans are.
Women’s Classic Indigo Denim Jean Leggings, $18, No Nonsense
No Nonsense has really upped their game, I remember always grabbing their nylons for special occasions growing up. They have moved on into Jean Leggings, and with over 12,000 positive reviews, people are impressed. Reviewers love the Classic Denim Indigo Dark Wash, saying, “These look like denim, have perfect stretch over knees, contrast topstitching on outer seam; do not sag, wash great. Even fade like denim after 6 months of wear.”
Women’s Western Stretch Boot Cut Jean, $31, Wrangler
I really appreciate when brands recognize that women’s sizing needs to be more diverse. Wranglers offers waist and inseam sizing to ensure you get the perfect fit. The Stretch Boot Cut Jean’s offers a classic wash and has western embroidery to complete the look.
Women’s Sculpting Pull on Capri Jean, $25 Lee
Pull-on Jeans are perfect when you need to slip something on to run a few errands, and these jeans pair perfectly with a T-shirt and sneakers. Reviews suggest these pants run true to size and hold their shape throughout the day.
Women’s Ab Solution Jegging $25-78, Democracy
Democracy’s signature “Ab”solution jean uses innovative construction that incorporates smooth, super-stretch denim, slimming panels to provide a bit more support and shape. They run true to size and offer various lengths.
Women’s Sienna Pull-on Ankle in Slub Stretch Twill, $67, Liverpool
If you are looking for comfortable white denim pull-on jeans, Liverpool has you covered. These ankle jeans would look great with a pair of boots and a sweater for your fall photos. The sizing is similar to many of the other Liverpool jeans, some say there is a bit more room in the waist while others find them true to size. The MetHera Jeans offer a low to mid-rise waistband, with a tremendous amount of stretch. Due to the stretch in these jeans many suggest sizing down to get the best fit but once you get the right fit these jeans will quickly become a favorite. The Instasoft Ultra Fit jeans offer a mid-rise waist in soft jeans with performance stretch. Reviewers rave about how comfortable and flattering these pants are. Up next, say goodbye to brassy hair and take a look at the 25 best purple shampoos that will take your locks from drab to fab.
