Jeans are a wardrobe mainstay nowadays. Most would agree that a great pair of jeans are always in fashion; but the key to finding 
a "fashionably correct" pair of jeans is to make sure that they are also well-fitting. I have a few tips and suggestions to help you lookdazzling in your denim!
This may go without saying, but your entire wardrobe should be figure-flattering and complementary to your body type--even your jeans! Which is why it's essential to find the perfect fitting jeans.
I have a question for you:
Do you ever wonder if the jeans you’re wearing may not be a perfect fit for you? If you are one of those who are trying to find jeans that will fit you better, you have come to the right place. If you already know what type of jeans fit you well, this article can still help you discover jeans that might be even better.
One of the three major factors that decide the suitability of jeans for you is fit. Are you wearing regular, slim, extra slim or relaxed fit? For example, an extra slim fit will work wonders on someone with long and lean legs, but at the same time, they can be a disaster for someone who carries bulk on the legs or derriere because they highlight the original shape of your legs and bottom.
The leg type of the jeans like boot cut, straight, tapered, wide leg or flare does the balancing act for your figure and plays a major role in maintaining proportions. For example, someone with broad shoulders, wide hips or a big bottom can balance out the figure with a flared leg or boot leg.
The rise of the jeans, which ranges from low, medium to high, is also important in finding the right fit at the tummy and the seat. Nowadays, low-rise is making waves everywhere, with many people also opting for ultra-low or super-low rise. But before choosing such a low rise, you should make sure it will work well for your body type. The rise of the jeans also makes a big difference in balancing out the torso if you are short-waisted or long-waisted.
In a perfect fashion world, the first pair of jeans tried on would fit like a glove.But in the real world, inseams are too short, waistbands pinch and button flies don't quite close.
There are really two issues when it comes to finding the best pair of jeans for your figure: finding a pair that fits and finding a pair
that flatters.
Let's start with Fit:
Okay, let's get one thing straight: just because you can zip up a pair of jeans, it doesn't mean that they fit.
One reason it's so hard to find perfect jeans is because there are so many parts to the design that are required to fit, including the waist, thigh, length, inseam, backside. All it takes is one of these areas to fall short and the fit is a wash.
Here are some tips:
- Look for a waist that buttons or snaps easily (laying down on the bed to do it doesn't count). For low-rise jeans, make sure they don't bind or you'll create a "roll" effect over the top.
- The crotch/back seam portion should fit comfortably without grabbing.
- Make sure the jeans are long enough to wear with whatever you have planned to go with them, including boots or heels. They should reach the top of your footwear in the front. Some manufacturers are even making angled hems to keep you from wearing out the back of the hem.
Flatter
- Big bottom - Avoid skin-tight styles and any extra embellishment on the back (like the new popular vintage treatments that make the butt area look worn). Choose pockets that are proportionally sized and spaced (too small and wide spaced will make your backside look even broader). Styles with a slight flare or ankle interest (vents, embellishment, etc.) will balance out your lush figure. Low-rise jeans can also flatter your bottom (Jennifer Lopez uses this trick often).
- Ample tummy - Never, ever buy pleats. Choose five-pocket styles or jeans with slash pockets on the diagonal. Look for stretch jeans (that aren't snug) for some give. Elastic waists may feel comfy, but the denim bunches below the elastic and adds unwanted inches.
- Heavy thighs - Go for a style that skims (but doesn't hug) your leg. Flares and boot cuts are good because they elongate the leg and give some heft to the ankle area to even out proportions. The worst? Peg legs, stretch jeans that fit skin tight and baggy jeans with no shape.
- Tall & thin - Try the new retro peg leg (very narrow ankle opening) or extra low-rise styles to show off your flat tummy and slim hips.
- Short legs - Slim-fit styles with a slight flare make your legs look longer. Avoid cuffs and peg legs.
More General tips
- A slight flare looks good on just about every body type.
- The darker the denim, the thinner you will look. Conversely, you'll look larger in lighter washes (and the new treatments that make your new jeans look old that feature "worn" areas will highlight your figure wherever they are -- like the backside of your jeans; the folds of the crotch, etc.)
In my opinion, denim is one of our most fabulous fashion staples because of its timeless versatility. We are free to dress our jeans up or down--which makes having the perfect fitting jeans both casual & chic. As I said earlier, all of our clothes should be figure-flattering, but if by chance they are not, please don't hesitate to invest in having your slacks/jeans altered. Altering will help generate the garment to fit Your personal body type. Yes, you can purchase a pair of jeans that seem to fit okay, but why not invest a little bit 
of money in having the jeans altered so that those same jeans go from good to GREAT, by creating a more shapely appearance, a more sophisticated look, and a much more polished style.
When it comes to jeans, having the proper fit truly does matter. So be sure to do your homework before you buy your next pair of jeans, be sure to try them on before leaving the store and most importantly, be sure that YOU feel confident & fabulous in your well-fitting new jeans!
Tawanna Larkin
Certified Image Consultant
P.S. Denim History Tidbit: The fabric has a long history and has been widely used since the late 18th century. Denim originally got its name due to the place where it was first made. It was first created in the city of Nimes in Southern France, between Avignon and Montpelier. The ‘de’ part that forms the start of its name means ‘from’, so the name denim means ‘from Nimes.’