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Its no secret that finding thebest jeansfor thick thighs feels like a nearly impossible task.
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What should you look for when buying jeans for thick and athletic thighs?
When looking for your perfect fit, first its a good idea to take down your measurements.
This means your jeans will wear down more slowly, since they have more give.
Lastly, read reviews from folks around your size.
I absolutely love these jeans!
The Wild Fable line includes trendy cuts and washes, including the ever-popular straight-leg distressed style.
Reviewers rave about the size range and note that the waist fits well in high-rise styles.
As someone who struggles with finding jeans, especially mom jeans, Targets Wild Fable line isIT!
Theyre affordable, and some have said theyre a dupe for Abercrombies jeans.
I have, like, five pairs of these.
Everlanes Curvy Cheeky jeans have been a lifesaver.
These jeans are practically the only ones I wear.
Theyre tight enough to look tailored, but giving enough that I dont feel like Im sausaged into them.
The brand made a resurgence in 2020, thanks to its extended sizing and Curve Love line.
The jeans fit like a glove and help me embrace my curves.
This pair of flare jeans has a pretty button detailing and hits at your natural waist.
Jeans and I have always had a love/hate relationship.
These are one my favorite jeans that leave no back gap.
They have a three-button closure and five pockets, and they come in a variety of washes.
Available in sizes 10 to 30.
Chances are, youve seen her curvy girl try-on videos and been encouraged by them.
I literally cant stop wearing these jeans.
These ever popular ankle-length bootcut jeans from Levis look good on everyoneseriously.
The sky-high waist isnt too tight, and they stretch out with wear.
Theres a slight gap at the waist, but nothing very noticeable.
I like the length too.
They have a modest distressed look and ankle length thats ideal for all-season wear.
Available in sizes 14 to 32.
These have a lot of stretch and they also are good quality.
With a ribcage-hitting waist and just enough stretch, its no wonder they keep selling out.
Like all of the brands jeans, these come in short, regular, and long inseams.
Gaps simple high-rise pair is ultra soft and stretchy to hug all of your curves.
Im extremely unfancy when it comes to jeans.
Ive got three pairs of these from Gap.
They sit just above your belly button, which IMO is a supercomfy, flattering spot.
Theyve got stretch too, which is something Ineedin jeans.
(Some jeans arent stretchy enough, and I have to be mentally prepared to go up afew sizes.
)Amber Brenza, CPT, former SELF Snapchat editor
Available in sizes 24 to 35.
Good American Good Waist Palazzo
Exaggerated silhouettes are having a major moment.
Take, for example, these palazzo jeans from Good American.
Confession: I totally trust any jeans that are recommended (or created in this case) byKhloe Kardashian.
These jeans smooth over my thighs like a pair ofleggings.
Once theyre over my butt, they actually hug my waist.
So I dont have to worry about my crack showing.
At 5'2" I also want to note that theyre not too long.
These bestsellers are stretchy enough to keep you comfy, but still hold their shape after hours of wear.
These jeans are deceivingly stretchy and actually comfortable to wear all day.
Normally jeans that fit my legs end up being too big for my waist.
These also have deep front pockets and aptly positioned back pockets for a more lifted look.
Warp + Weft is a sister brand to another one of my denim favorites, DL1961.
Plus, theyre made with 17 recycled plastic bottles, making them a little easier on the environment.
NYDJ is the dark horse of the denim world.
I live in these jeans and I wish more people knew about them.
Theyre super flattering and have just enough stretch and compression.
Thats what the carpenter jeans do for me.
You dont need to sew them on, either.
