Lee Womens Legendary High Rise Trouser Jean

I always start out saying that measuring tape doesnt lie.This brand is Lee. Like most brands, they have their own size chart. Also this particular style won't flatter all figures... Especially if you choose a size too small. So measure yourself, and look at the sizing guide. Theres a bit of a trick to it (not really).I like:1.The material of these jeans is soft and has some stretch to it but its not suffocating in warmer weather.2. The high waist is perfect height.3. They give the perfect silouhette (like wide legs pants/jeans circa 1930s-1950s) *as long as you get the correct size for YOUR measurements.*My height and weight cannot help you decide your own size. Why? You might ask.I AM 5'4". My measurements taken with a seamstress tape at various times of the year:Fullest part of bust with bra on: 35-37Waist at navel: 25-27Hips:35-37My legs and arms are a bit lengthy and my shoulders are broad. I have to buy larger shirts just because of my shoulders for some brands.Someone with the same height and and weight as myself might have a larger bust, a smaller waist and hips than mine. And they would need a smaller size of these jeans and wear larger size shirts.Or if a person is a pear figure they might need a larger size while their shirt size would likely ve smaller than mine. Even if we weigh the same we need different sizes. Get it? Good.I purchased the 2 short. Why?1. Im 5'4".2. My waist measures 26" most of the time.3. My hips measure 37" most of the time.Usually when jeans are sized they shouldnt be the exact same measurement as the body. They should provide an extra inch or so to accomodate for tucking in your shirt a d fitting over undergarments.I had a suspicion that Lee would factor that into the sizes... They did.The jeans add 1.5 inches to accomodate and they call it size 2 (i guess for vanity's sake?). While the EU size us 26 (an actual size 6 according to classic garment making). They are stretchy so the fit is a little more forgiving than a non stretch alternative. However these jeans are not the same as skinny jeans. Youre not supposed to squeeze into them.For that perfect silhouette, you really must pay atrention to your waist AND hip measurements. If the difference between your waist and hips is greater than 15" i.e. You're a wasp waist hourglass (i kind of envy you guys), or a wasp waist pear: you want to make sure these are the right fit for your hips first. Thet should give that extra 1-1.5 according to the chart, or even get a size up. After you get them you could take them to a tailor to custom fit the waist (if you got a perfect hip size) and the hip area to perfection (thats where the larger size comes in) and these would look SUPER AMAZING on you.A banana figure may need a small adjustment at the waist or hips. They could possibly size down if their hips and waist have a very small difference since the material stretches.If you have an apple or inverted triangle figure, you should pay the most attention to your waist size. If necessary, you can also have the hips adjusted to improve the line if your silhouette.Final thoughts: i am happy that I can find wide leg jeans easier now. Before, i would just make do with boot cut jeans (i like those a lot too). I had to wait a while for them to come back in style (jeans at least). However, i dont think it should be like this. Jeans arent supposed ti be like this! Different jeans flatter different figures in various ways. For instance an inverted triangle figure might have a more striking silhouette in a set of jeans with a harem pant fit, or a Monroe style jean. Both would balance out the shoulder line quite well. An apple body would probably rock some bell bottoms like a champ by highlighting slender thighs and having the bell to balance their upper body.Each figure can create the perfect silhouette for their personality and figure. So... Look at all the various jean styles available and choose whats best for YOUR body and personality.After all comfortable clothes that compliment our figures are always the best!

It’s true these are tight in the waist. I went up a size and they fit great. There is a bit of stretch which makes them comfortable, although I haven’t worn them for longer than trying them on. Very long. Great fabric quality.For reference I’m 5’10” tall and the tall size is plenty long, even has room to shrink. They are also quite heavy which I wanted for pants to wear in cold weather.

I get compliments from people of all ages every time I wear these jeans! First of all, as the other reviews mention, these run large and long.I am 5’4”, 130 lbs, with wide hips. I normally wear a size 10, regular length in most jeans. I am a young 65-year-old.These are well made, and the denim is heavy in weight. Mine did not shrink in the wash - I always wash in cold water. If they are removed immediately from the dryer, they shouldn’t need ironing.I have 2 pairs of these in 2 different color washes. They are comfortable and very flattering. I got mine at a great price of $34.90 here on Amazon. Put them in your Wishlist and get them when you’re notified that they’re on sale. 😊 Follow the size suggestions and you won’t be disappointed.

These are ok, but not quite the stovepipe leg I was looking for- the leg is a lot bigger and has more “bell” than expected. While I found the size reasonably true, the waist is on the tight side and a tad uncomfortable. I’m 5’10” and found both the regular and long lengths workable. They make me look like I have legs for days.The material is reasonably thick, and much like regular denim with a bit of stretch. Butt pockets are a good size, but the front ones are skimpy. The photos are true to the two colors I got.Biggest beef: the back pockets on BOTH pairs are puckering out and they’ve never been worn, and only been washed once! I don’t iron jeans. If that doesn’t flatten out with wearing, I’m going to sew the damn things closed.

I struggle to find pants that fit me without needing to be tailored. I have an hourglass shape, so anything that fits my hips is too big for my waist, and anything that fits my waist is too small for my hips. These actually fit me!!!!!I love the thickness and weight of the denim....I'm old enough to remember when denim was just cotton, without all of the elastic they add now. They're not nearly as heavy and dense as the old jeans were, but they're definitely a lot sturdier than the paper-thin denim we had in the early/mid 2000s. These have just enough elastic to provide a tiny bit of stretch for comfort, but not enough to make them flimsy.I haven't worn "real" pants in years, and have just been living in leggings and yoga pants. I wasn't even sure what size I wear anymore, so I just bought the size Amazon said would fit me best, and they nailed it. Not too long, not too short....I could wear these with sneakers just as easily as heels.I hope they continue to make wide leg and boot cut jeans for a while!

Great quality, and the Long is truly tall-person friendly. They were about half a size too small, so I recommend sizing up. I returned them, but I plan to purchase the larger size.