I'm Picky, But These High-Street Jeans Have Seriously Impressed Me

As I wait for my own pair of Favourite jeans to arrive, I have a few initial observations to talk you through. This goes out to all mainstream brands: I’d love to see more size options when it comes to denim (and everything else, of course). Jeans from & Other Stories start at 24 and end at 32. Per the size guide, the 32 should fit someone between a UK 16 or 18. However, in my experience, owing to my curvy frame, I almost always have to size up. And I know many women are the same. 

As for the aesthetic of & Other Stories’ jeans, honestly, I think they’re currently unrivalled. They look authentically aged, which is very difficult to achieve, and I know the cuts won’t date in a hurry (unlike those heavily frayed hems we all invested in in 2016). I can’t wait to start wearing mine with chunky knits and ankle boots for right now, and a breton come spring. If you’re looking to fall back in love with denim, scroll below to see and shop more of my picks from & Other Stories’ jeans department.