With more than ten years of experience as a Fashion Editor under my belt, allow me to give you a piece of advice. It might seem obvious, but if you find the perfect pair of jeans, you'll absolutely live in them.
Once you've settled upon the best jeans for your body type, not only does it make everyday dressing easier, it opens up a whole wealth of outfit options. You can style them up with heels and a blazer for a night out, or keep it casual with knitwear and your most comfortable trainers for running errands.
Sure, there's been some trend-led denim along the way in my jeans journey - the Zara Marine jeans and the Mint Velvet leopard print jeans are two of the most recent additions to my collection. But the Levi's Ribcage Straight Ankle Jeans is the style I come back to again and again.
What are Levi's Ribcage jeans?
A high waisted design with a button front fastening, the Ribcage style is available in various lengths and shapes, including wide leg and skinny.
My style is the straight leg shape, which is slightly cropped, and in my opinion works so well with every shoe you can throw at it. Boots, ballet pumps, trainers? Easy! They've got a retro feel and - how can I say this? Well, they make your bum look great.
Styles can vary, but my pair is made from 86% cotton, 13% polyester and 1% elastane and I'd say this is the ideal amount of stretch. Truly, they are much more comfortable than rigid denim and mould to your shape for a flattering fit. Certainly, I'd categorise these as some of the best slimming jeans - as soon as you try them for size you'll see exactly what I mean!
I actually stumbled across my jeans in an outlet store years ago, and I've struggled to find them on sale ever since. That's not to say I need to replace my originals - they've aged like a dream. I actually want to add different colours to my collection! So after spotting them on sale at Amazon, you can imagine my credit card has taken a bit of a hit...
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For me, these are the perfect cut and colour. Featuring the iconic waves on the back pocket and the little red Levi's logo, there's a reason the brand is one of the best in the business. These have to be the best jeans on Amazon, and they're now up to a massive 44% off (prices vary according to size) for Black Friday. That's even cheaper than they were during Amazon Prime!
If you're wondering can jeans be business casual, black always feels like a smarter choice. They're also that little bit more practical for the autumnal months when you're dodging puddles. Stock is running very low on these, so grab a pair now.
Grey is a really chic choice that I admit I often overlook when it comes to denim. How stylish do these look with loafers? If you've got some shoes you really want to show off, the Levi's Ribcage jeans are ideal.
This colour would look amazing with the rich chocolate and burgundy hues that are huge at the moment. Simply add black ankle boots and a chunky knit like the Sezane Gaspard cardigan and you're guaranteed to get compliments all day long.
FAQS
Should I size up or down in Levi's Ribcage jeans?
I actually ended up going down a couple of sizes in my Levi's Ribcage jeans - perhaps because of the elastane. Also they do stretch a bit after a few wears and washes, so it's better for them to feel tight at first.
I often struggle to find the right fit in jeans, since my hips are much bigger than my waist. These hug curves perfectly and show off your waist, helping create an hourglass shape.
Be careful though because some washes (for example, the Dark Mineral) don't have any elastane in them, which will make them a bit more true to size and much more rigid. Check the fabric composition before you add them to your shopping basket.
One reviewer wrote: "I’ve been buying Levi’s jeans from Amazon and they’ve been the best prices I can find on the internet. These jeans fit true to size but a teeny tiny bit loose on the waist. 27” length is perfect for someone petite."
Are ribcage jeans uncomfortable?
In a word, no! I've worn them for travelling in and when working from home, and to me they're as easy to wear as leggings.
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