The debate over the best cut of jeans is never-ending. For many, skinny jeans still reign supreme, while others embrace baggier styles like barrel and boyfriend cuts — and after Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance, both men and women are side-eying the return of the boot cut. One thing is sure: there are so many options to choose from that there is undoubtedly something for everyone. We asked women over 50 about their favorite jeans, and their answers did not disappoint. Brands and styles run the gamut, including popular ones from Madewell, Levi’s, Wrangler, Old Navy and more. The lesson here (as always) is to wear the jeans that make you look and feel your best. Below, we rounded up their recommendations so you can scope out what women over 50 are shopping and pick up a pair for yourself. There’s nothing like a crisp pair of new jeans to make you feel smartly dressed, even when you’re having a casual day around the house. Levi'sA pair of classic Levi's that everyone needs in their closetStraight leg jeans seem to be the most popular style among women over age 50. Over at the HuffPost Women Facebook page, Becky Rice Harrison shared that her go-to jeans are a pair of 10-year-old, relaxed-fit, straight leg Levi's, so we found these classic 501's with a '90s twist. Harrison credits their longevity to washing them in cold water and air drying. This style is at once timeless and modern, with a mid-rise and casual fit that looks good on everyone and won't make you feel like your organs are being squished. It's made with lightweight and breathable cotton-blend material that has just the right amount of heft without weighing you down. They're available in three washes in sizes 23-34 in 30- and 32-inch lengths.MadewellA pair of laid-back Madewell jeansYou can't go wrong with Madewell from denim; all the brand's styles are standouts. Facebook user Patrice Rigassio is a fan of the brand's Dean easy straight jeans, super relaxed pair of pants that look devastatingly cool on everyone. They feature a low, slouchy rise and are made with rigid denim that will fit like a dream once you break them in. You'll be wearing them for seasons to come. They're available in four different washes in standard, petite and tall silhouettes in sizes 23-33.LeeA pair of iconic Lee Riders jeansFacebook user Robbie Baird swears by her Lee Riders. "I have been wearing this brand for 12+ years. I tried other brands and styles, but these are the only ones that truly fit my body type and [let] me move comfortably," she said. You can purchase the Riders style in a few different cuts, including the classic straight, pictured here. It has the brand's famous triple stitching, reinforced pockets and bold logo. You can snag them in a variety of washes in sizes 24-35. They're 99% cotton with a slim percentage of elastane for an accommodating fit.Old NavyA pair of affordable boot cut jeansThese easy, casual boot cut jeans at Old Navy just might become your everyday pair. Teri Coppola Harling may only be 49, but she couldn't help but chime in to express her love for these jeans. They're available in regular, tall and petite silhouettes and short, regular and long inseams in sizes 00-30. You can pick from seven colors, all of which will look great year-round. The mid-rise waistline is comfortable and the jeans are made with a soft, stretchy cotton blended with 30% polyester that looks much more expensive than it is. Levi'sA trendy pair of straight leg Levi's that look good on everyone"I practically live in my straight leg Levi's," said Facebook user Angela Fulcher. These wildly popular ribcage jeans are the perfect high-waisted, straight leg silhouette, and designed to be slimming and elongating, even if you're on the petite side. They're as flattering as they are comfy and surprisingly chic. You can get them in a wide range of washes in sizes 23-34 in three different inseam lengths, and the cotton fabrication contains a 15% polyester blend. Old NavyRetro inspired flares that won't break the bankFacebook user Andrea Wood Groth loves flares, and mentioned that Old Navy bell bottoms are her current go-tos (among others). These stylish high-waisted jeans come in regular, tall and petite silhouettes, adding to these jeans' appeal. (No one wants to hem a bell bottom and lose the flare!) The cotton jeans are blended with a decent amount of stretch for extra-comfortable wear and available in four washes ranging from sizes 00 to 30.WranglerA pair of Wranglers with a country twist and trendy silhouetteRecommended by Facebook user Amy Roe, these Wrangler boot cut jeans have a cool Western look to them that will fit in everywhere from the rodeo to brunch. They have a high-rise waistline and a boot cut that's back in the style zeitgeist. They're made with soft, comfy cotton with just the right amount of stretch and spare retention. You can get them in one of three washes and four lengths in sizes 25-34.NYDJA pair of long-lasting boot cut jeans"I still have [NYDJ] bootcut jeans I bought during the pandemic and [wear] them all the time," said Facebook user Joan Armstrong. The brand has a variety of different styles and cuts, but these slim boot cut jeans caught our eye.Available in regular, plus and petite sizing as well as a variety of different lengths and colors, these jeans are surprisingly timeless. They have a slimming panel and supportive design to best enhance your physique and are made with special cooling fabric that moves with you and won't cause you to overheat. You can get these jeans in sizes 00-18.AmazonA pair of extra-comfy (it's in the name) boot cut jeansA couple different women recommended the Lee Ultra Lux jeans, including Joyce Miller, who said they are her new favorite boot cut jeans. The jeans are one of Lee's best-selling designs, available in sizes 0-18 in three different lengths. They feature a mid-rise waist that is made with the brand's "Flex Motion" waistline and extra stretchy denim that looks as good as it feels. The silhouette looks structured while the fabric conforms to your body without constricting it. There are nine different washes to pick from.AmazonA pair of stretchy straight-leg jeansAccording to Facebook user Shelley Hanna, "Democracy brand are great." She adds, "I like straight leg or skinny fit that don't come up to my ribs. I'm short and kind of athletic body type." These straight-leg jeans have just the right amount of stretch and are made with a unique, form-fitting construction that perfectly hugs the body without constricting it. (The 54% cotton fabrication is also blended with polyester and rayon.) You can get them in 12 different colors in sizes 2-16 in standard or short sizing. Lucky BrandA pair of high-rise jeans with a vintage washAmerican EagleA pair of skinny jeans with a kickFacebook user Carolyn Simms brought these American Eagle jeans to our attention, and with good reason. They combine the body-hugging silhouette of a skinny jean with the addition of a little kick flare to add some pizzazz. Available in three washes, they're made with the brand's softest and stretchiest denim fabric and won't lose their shape. Depending on the color and size, pickings are slim so you better hurry over if you like them, but we had to include these unique jeans. Close Trending In ShoppingMore In Shopping
Real Women Over 50 Share The Jeans They Actually Wear Every Day
A fresh new pair of jeans will make you feel put together even on a casual day around the house.
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