How to Choose Flattering Jeans

Jeans do not come with a universal one-size-fits-all tag. If that were the case, people would have a much easier time shopping. The human body comes in different shapes and choosing the perfect jeans is all about knowing your own body. It's about emphasizing your assets, while minimizing your flaws. Jeans are one of the most versatile items that you can own and wear, so discovering the most flattering pair can ultimately be the most valuable item in your closet.

Instructions

Jeans for your Body

1. Get a lean look by choosing dark colors. Dark denim or indigo can also provide a slender look, since dark colors minimize.

2. Get jeans that fit well. Stay away from baggy, sloppy jeans that bunch up.

3. Need a longer leg line? Find jeans that are extra long and pair them with heels.

4. Get boot cut if you're plus-size. Boot cut jeans can help balance hips and create a longer, leaner look.

5. Get low-waist jeans for a short torso. This will help make your waist look longer. Also, stick to straight leg, boot cut or fitted jeans.

6. For a slim frame, get straight leg denim. This will help accentuate your silhouette.

Jeans for your Butt

1. Get the right jeans for a flat butt. Find jeans that have a percentage of spandex or lycra material for needed lift. To define roundness, get pockets that are wide set and have embellished stitching.

2. Get the right jeans for a bubble butt. Get high-waist jeans with a sag-free fit.

3. Get the right jeans if you have no butt. Get flap or button-pockets to provide the illusion of a butt.

4. Get the right jeans for a triangle butt. This is when your butt is widest at the area where your hips meet your thighs. Get heavyweight denim with little or no stretch. This can help round off the bottom of your butt. Get pockets that are diagonal or set high toward the waist.

5. Get the right jeans for a wide butt. Avoid wide leg jeans. Get straight-leg or boot-cut denim. Also, get pockets that are closely set, bringing more attention to the center.

6. Get the right jeans for a low butt. Look for slim fit jeans to provide a longer leg line and definitely have pockets.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're shopping online, consider using a site that will process your measurements and provide you with denim that would best fit your shape and size.

Resources

• Zafu
• MyLifetime.com: Flattering Jeans for Every Figure
• The Best Jeans for Your Butt
• NY Times: Finding the Perfect Jeans for an Imperfect Body