Why Fashion Girls Can’t Get Enough of the High-Waisted Denim Trend

Madewell Petite Superwide-Leg Jeans

As a former wearer of skinny jeans, I've been on the wide-leg train for a while. They're roomier IMO and give me reassurance that I won't unnecessarily rip a seam when bending down. Particularly, I live in this pair by Madewell. They're the perfect wash and elongate my frame!

Style tip: I usually wear ankle strap pump heels with them for an elevated look!

J.Crew Factory Wide-Leg Crop Jean

I don't wear cropped jeans often, but J. Crew encouraged me to take a risk with this pair. The waist area reminds me of Madewell's Superwide-Leg design, but distressed hem makes them look less stuffy. I've purchased ankle jeans before and the fit was terrible so I was pleasantly surprised at how great these look on me!

Express High Waisted Light Wash Jeans

These light wash jeans are also cropped, but the hem is more straight-forward than J. Crew's version. I usually wear this pair when my household has doctor's or dentist's appointments because they have an air of comfortability about them. When you're on the go, it's important to be able to move around when you need to!

Banana Republic Factory Mid-Rise Straighter Carpenter Jeans (Petite)

The first thing that drew me to these jeans are their Ecru color. The second is how well they fit when I tried them on in-store. Lengthwise, they stop slightly below my ankles which is good when I actually want to show off my shoes. Sometimes I don't want to go for the oversized wide-leg look so these are always a good alternative for me.

Pistola Petite Lana High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

It's true — I'm preoccupied with this style of jeans. Aside from Madewell, Pistola has the best feeling denim I've had the pleasure of wearing. This pair specifically doesn't feel stiff, but they don't get wrinkled either! Also, the hem doesn't drag the ground which is a nice change from the pairs I own that do this.

Good American Petite Skate Jeans

Here's the thing — skate jeans were popular when I was in middle school. A few of my former friends used to wear them with Vans so I'll always have a soft spot for them. The only thing I don't recommend doing is wearing them on rainy days because that wet feeling on your ankles feels weird.

Ann Taylor Petite Cuffed Palazzo Jean

I never knew the words "cuffed" and "palazzo" could fit in the same sentence, but Ann Taylor's made me a believer. These jeans take business casual to the next level because of their darker wash and overall fit. They're not too "skinny" or "wide," giving you the perfect invitation to wear a slightly oversized blazer with them. At least that's what I do.

Talbots Everyday Relaxed Jeans (Plus-Sized Petite)

I'm not necessarily plus-sized but I added these relaxed jeans because one of my friends can't stop raving about them! She doesn't necessarily love the wide-leg look so having something that fits her frame and is easy to style works with however she feels like dressing on any given day.

Citizens of Humanity Petite Micro Relaxed Jeans

Are they relaxed or barrel jeans? It truly depends on how you want to classify them. According to Citizens of Humanity, they're the petite jeans everyone needs in their closet. Okay, I'm imagining that was the general consensus when they were designed.

Pilcro Kenna Mid-Rise Barrel Jeans

These are definitely barrel jeans and I love them! I tried a pair from a different brand last year and couldn't stand the way they looked on me, but Pilcro gets it right! The wash also has a very earthy tone to it, making it a good complement to brown, taupe, and cream tones!

Reiss Petite Skinny Jeans

Did you think I'd really leave skinny jeans off this list? I'm appalled! Jokes aside, I'm not against wearing them and found that I have specific requirements for the leg huggers. They have to look streamlined and can't make me feel like I have to peel them off my skin so I can breathe. It just so happens this pair understands the assignment.

L'AGENCE Leighton Cropped Stovepipe Jeans

What has cute red seams with a cuffed and cropped hem? L'AGENCE's pair of stovepipe jeans. They make me feel like I'm reliving the pair Olivia Newton-John wore in the original Grease so I try to slip into them when I'm feeling a little edgy.

P.S. Do you see the the slightly curved waistline??

SpanxShape EveryWear Flare Jeans

These jeans flatter you in every way possible with a comfy 4-way stretch denim and a fun flared silhouette that helps elongate your legs. Made without any zippers or buttons, they go on with unbelievable ease.

Land's End Recover High Rise Wide Leg Blue Jeans

The high waist is where it's at with these tummy control jeans. It's fashioned to fit right up against your body, so you won't be getting that weird waist gap we all despise.

Sidefeel High Waisted Stretchy Jeans

Stretchy is the keyword here! While these jeans move and curve with your every move, your tummy and waistline will be utterly flattered with the wide waistband and double-button closure.

American Eagle Stretch Super High-Waisted Straight Jeans

These high-waisted jeans flaunt a mid-weight structured denim that has ample stretch, but are rigid enough to hold you in, especially around the tum. The straight leg silhouette instantly qualifies them for easy everyday wear.

Hidden Jeans Clean Stretch Raw Hem Wide Leg Jeans

These retro-esque jeans will let you lean into all things throwback style without feeling restricted or uncomfortable. The high waist will shape your body to a tee as you move freely, thanks to the "stretch-kissed" denim.

Quince Bella Stretch Wide Leg Jeans

The denim these wide leg jeans are made of is said to be super stretchy, which is very important if you plan to wear them on long days. The high-rise waist is "curve-hugging" so you'll always feel flattered. With a subtle flare, these would look iconic with ballet flats and boots alike.

SpanxShape EveryWear Wide Leg Jeans

These easy-wearing jeans are specially manufactured with Spanx's TummyTamer technology that helps shape your waist. The wide leg moment celebrates and elongates your figure with every wear!

Democracy Ab Solution High Rise Ankle Jeans

Skinny jeans lovers, here's a tummy control pair for you! All the details come together to flatter your tummy and waistline, including a super-stretch denim fabric, slimming panels, and a hidden inner elastic waistband.

Old Navy Curvy Extra High-Waisted Wide-Leg Jeans

The wash on these high-waisted jeans is everything. This pair features a "roomy leg with fuller hips," so they're ideal if you've got curves.

Levi's 311 Shaping Skinny Jeans

If you can't stand the feeling of a high waistline, these mid-rise jeans offer a comfier alternative, though they're still insanely flattering on, thanks to the shaping in the hips and thighs.

Hailey Bieber can't seem to catch a break in the news. Though we reported she liked Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco's engagement post last year, there was a suggestion she may have other thoughts about them. It's no secret she and Selena allegedly aren't the best of friends, but we never would've suspected she'd do what one person claims she did.

According to TikTok creator @courtneypresto, Hailey liked a video where she admits to being "a little shady to Selena Gomez." She also shared a couple of interesting pictures of her and Benny's Interview Magazine feature with one of them showing Benny smiling while the singer's two feet are on his cheeks.

But Hailey apparently thinks the creator's claim is "fake news" because her rep told Page Six, "This never happened." To make things slightly worse, the rep also threw @courtneypresto under the bus. "This entire story has been fabricated by a content creator looking to capitalize off of an old, tired narrative." You can't see us, but this statement made us choke on our lattes.

Buzzfeed reports the model also shared a personal statement on Instagram, but it's unclear who she was referring to. The message started off with, "pastors and preachers really love to put words together with the same letter and act like it's HITTING so crazy..." before she signed off with "...sh-- drives me bananas."

As for Selena & Benny? They're in their own paradise and the singer's recent post dedicated to the producer proves it. She shared a sweet Instagram carousel that captured intimate moments of their love to celebrate his birthday. "I’m not sure what I did to deserve you but damn am I glad you were born.. happy birthday baby ♥️."

Maybe Hailey Bieber liked the original shady TikTok by accident? Whatever the case, we hope the girls aren't fighting again!