Plus Size Straight Leg Jeans
Plus-size straight leg jeans are the most popular pair of jeans (next to skinny jeans) because they are the original jean style. Cowboys and miners in the Old West wore them. Over the years, they have been worn by people of all genders. They’re now the standard jean style. The classic straight leg jean is a jean that has the same leg width from the top to the hem—it’s also sometimes called a straight up-and-down cut. They traditionally have five pockets, belt loops, and a front zipper.
How to Wear Straight Leg Jeans for Your Body Type
Straight leg jeans are ideal for petites and tall figures, as they create a single line from waist to hem. When petites (5’4” and under) wear a straight leg jean, it creates a visual trick where they seem taller. When a tall person wears straight leg jeans, the style complements the leg without making the person seem taller or shorter. They’re essentially the perfect jean for tall people.
For the Pear body types (with narrow shoulders, wider hips) this is their perfect jean. The cut and waist were designed to show off their curves. Apple body types (who have shoulders that are broader than their hips, fuller midsection), Hourglass body types (with balanced shoulders and hips and a defined waist) and the rectangular or athletic body type (with all measurements are uniform), all look fantastic in this style of jean. One of the many reasons why the straight leg jean has been around for so long is that it loves every body type. It was designed so that everyone could rock a great jean look.
Straight Leg Jeans Styles
Think of the plus size straight leg jean like the skinny jean’s cousin. Everything the skinny jean can do (style-wise), the straight leg jean can do, too.
- The straight Taper Leg Jean that’s loose on top, and then narrows at the ankle. It’s sometimes called the “athletic fit” jean.
- High Rise Straight Leg Jeans feature a waist like the high rise jean, but its body follows the line of a straight leg jean.
- Slim Straight Jeans are straight leg jeans whose legs are a little looser than a skinny jean.
- Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans aren’t as slouchy as a boyfriend or girlfriend jean, but are cut slightly loose in the seat and thigh.
- Mom Jeans are based on the straight leg jean, but the waistband sits at the true waist, and the legs and seat are fuller.
Straight Leg Jeans Colors and Washes
Straight leg jeans come in a variety of colors, washes, and prints. These days you can find everything from plus size python printed straight leg jeans to floral, striped, or tie-dye straight leg jeans on the market. When we talk about washes, we’re referring to both color and treatment of jeans. Choosing a light wash distressed jean or dark jean with bleached spots are different ways to personalize your denim collection using washes. The way you style your jean is the best reflection of your fashion personality.
How to Style Straight Leg Jeans
These are the jeans that we all grew up in, so styling them is a snap. Wear them with your favorite tee, you’ve got the weekend look in a flash. Try them with a sweatshirt and sneakers and now you’re rocking the athleisure wear trend. Wear dark straight leg jeans to work by wearing either a blouse or button-up shirt, and top it off with either a blazer or long cardigan. For a night out, add a halter top, heels, and a sparkly bag, and you’re ready to go.
What shoes to wear with straight leg jeans: Due to the jean’s slim legs, they look great in boots. Combat, western, knee-high or booties are great choices, too. For summer, there’s always flip-flops or sandals. In other words, wear your favorite shoe with your favorite pair of jeans.
Here at Dia & Co we know that jeans are an essential part of your wardrobe. We carry every type of denim so you can go out and slay the day.
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