Wardrobe staple – Top Trouser jeans (some under $60!)

May 15, 2011

Denim has experienced a pretty meteoric rise in the last ten years.  We no longer blink at $100+ jeans and different levels of premium denim (though I will proudly say that I’ve gotten all my premium jeans for

But what styles should truly be wardrobe staples?  While skinny fit jeans have lasted a few seasons and wide leg/flared leg jeans are this year’s must-have, I’m aiming in the middle with a pair of trouser jeans.  These also have a flared leg and comfortable cut (for those days when you don’t wait your pants to be too tight), but still somewhat fitted. Most importantly, they are totally versatile and can be dressed up or down.

Here are my top picks:


Flare leg Stella Regular Fit Trouser Jeans, Express, $69.90 (Buy one, get one 50% off!)

Save!
– Go through Big Crumbs or Mr. Rebates first for a cashback rebate of 3-5% at all of the stores above.
– Designer outlets such as Loehmann’s or Filene’s Basement in the US would likely stock these styles (just dig around!) or wait for them to pop up in an online sample sale, but know your size and style!

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  • Pratishtha Durga May 12, 2011 at 06:56

    Wow! Love the wide leg trousers… Thanks for sharing.

  • Krystal May 12, 2011 at 07:52

    I love these choices for jeans, especially the first two!

  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' May 12, 2011 at 12:35

    Oh cute, I want a pair!

  • Tara @ Haute Lunch May 12, 2011 at 12:38

    I love trouser jeans as well! Have a few pairs right now, and love how versatile they are! I am proud that I have gotten most of my premium denim for under $100, but I bought a couple pairs of citizens when they first landed in Nordstrom for basically full price (ouch)! What can I say, I was so excited about how they fit, I had to have them! Now I buy Citizens on ebay (often for less than $50)!

  • quintessence May 12, 2011 at 12:55

    I generally wear a style similar to this – more boot cut like. I find they are much more flattering, especially since I am figured. Although I like straight leg as well, I leave the super skinny cigarette and pencil leg jeans to those young girls with more boyish bodies.

  • Je ne sais quoi May 12, 2011 at 12:55

    I really like your blog.
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  • Audrey Allure May 12, 2011 at 12:59

    Great jeans! Love the look of the ones from Couture Candy.

  • Kristin H May 12, 2011 at 13:17

    Love Joes jeans!! But flare legs makes me somehow feel like I have short legs…? But Joes make a great but:)

  • Julie and Lauren May 12, 2011 at 13:35

    I like the first! Happy Thursday, doll!
    Xx

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE May 12, 2011 at 13:52

    Love them all. I’m a big flare girl. Totally works with my ahem curves 🙂

  • Kim May 12, 2011 at 13:55

    I love that trouser and wide-leg jeans are back! I never could rock the skinny jeans – they made me look too disproportionate. The Sevens are my favorites of the ones you posted 🙂

  • BigAppleNosh May 12, 2011 at 14:51

    Great guide! I have the toughest time finding jeans that fit me properly, but I’ll have to check out your recos 🙂

  • Storm May 12, 2011 at 15:20

    i’m not fond of wide legs, but for some – they’ll look great!
    kisses.

  • modanistajunkie.com May 12, 2011 at 15:27

    I do love a good pair of trouser pants!!! They are so chic and comfy!

    Regarding your comment about my Lanvin for H&M sunnies – Yes I was fortunate enough to grab a dress too! 🙂

    xoxo,
    Mel

  • Tanvi May 12, 2011 at 16:47

    I have been looking for one … haven’t found the right fit yet! 🙁

    ♡ from © tanvii.com

  • Beatlovingmusic May 12, 2011 at 17:13

    They all like cute 🙂

  • Twenty.Something May 12, 2011 at 17:15

    LOVE the last pair!!

    x
    http://artfashiontwentysomething.blogspot.com

  • Pop Champagne May 12, 2011 at 19:45

    ohh I like how wide leg and boot leg is in again, cuz all my jeans are wide and boot leg haha! lovely picks xo

  • Kristin May 12, 2011 at 20:04

    I have Michael Kors pair I really need to bust out!

  • Haute World May 12, 2011 at 20:16

    I practically live in my jeans. I think Iris Apfel recently said that she thinks paying excessive amounts for jeans is nonsene, since higher priced denim isn’t superior to retail branded ones. I’ve never paid more than $100 for a pair either. I need to dig out my more flared trouser jeans I wore when I was much younger, but I must say, I’ll never abandon my skinnies! Flares just don’t mesh with ballerinas.

  • ruffledrose.com May 15, 2011 at 18:07

    Words cannot describe how happy I am to see skinny jeans take the back burner.

    Hope you’ve had a fabulous weekend!

  • Wander.Lust May 15, 2011 at 18:53

    love the flared look. hope you had a great weekend, lady!

  • FashionJazz May 15, 2011 at 19:23

    Love flares! Happy Sunday xx

  • Gemma May 15, 2011 at 21:54

    I don’t know if I like the flare jeans, it reminds me 80’s years too much..I think that wearing one of them I could say PEACE AND LOVE to everyone nears me! 😛

    My blog: Cheap is Chic

  • ruthy ann May 15, 2011 at 23:49

    I don’t think I could ever have enough jeans…i rarely get ride of mine…i have a few pairs that are ready to toss…they are down to their last stitch!

  • Rhiannon {Hey Gorg} May 16, 2011 at 00:10

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  • LyddieGal May 16, 2011 at 02:21

    these are some lovely options! I always head to tjmaxx when i’m looking for new jeans, i can always get them so darn cheap there!

    Chic on the Cheap

  • Jennifer Fabulous May 16, 2011 at 03:41

    It seems I need to head over to the GAP soon. Those wide leg trousers are FAB! xoxo

  • heather May 16, 2011 at 05:58

    still my favorite jean style after all these years! and i really need some jeans to fit my new body.

  • Karina May 16, 2011 at 17:09

    I absolutely love flare jeans 🙂 Even though they are not that recommended for my very short height! Haha, I still love them and wearing them on occasion 🙂

    xo

  • Amy May 16, 2011 at 20:23

    I get all my designer jeans on sale too. With places like century 21, nordstrom rack, etc. there is no reason to pay full price!

  • honey my heart May 17, 2011 at 03:57

    trouser jeans are the best! i buy them in dark washes and wear them to work 😉

  • Empress May 20, 2011 at 12:18

    the last pair are perfect, not to 70’s but still current and attractive 🙂

  • Brookelyn May 21, 2011 at 15:48

    I’m loving my wide leg jeans right now, too! My fave pair is from Uniqlo.

  • hurricanekerrie May 21, 2011 at 16:23

    I love how these jeans have a classic look and could work well with most body types. Super like 🙂

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