Best Men's Jeans for Your Body Shape

Finding the perfect pair of jeans isn't just about the waist size — it's about how the jeans fit your whole frame. At Tellar.co.uk, we help you match your actual body measurements to the best-fitting jeans from over 1,500 brands. Below, we explore the best jeans styles for every men's body shape — and why they work.

1. Athletic / V-Shaped

Body Type: Broad shoulders, narrower waist, muscular build. Best Jeans Style: Slim fit or straight leg with a slight taper. Look for stretch denim to accommodate muscle without pulling tight at the thighs. Why It Works: Slim jeans highlight the athletic frame without clinging too tightly. Avoid super skinnies which can make you look top-heavy. Levi’s 511 Slim Fit and Diesel D-Strukt are great choices.

2. Rectangle / Straight Frame

Body Type: Shoulders, waist, and hips are roughly the same width. Best Jeans Style: Regular straight or slim-tapered jeans with minimal detailing. Why It Works: These jeans provide balance and shape without exaggerating your straight profile. Try GANT Regular Fit or Closed Unity Slim.

3. Oval / Rounded Midsection

Body Type: Fuller waist, narrower shoulders and hips. Best Jeans Style: Relaxed or comfort fit with higher rise and straight leg. Why It Works: Higher rise helps avoid muffin top; relaxed fits offer movement and don't cling to the stomach. Marks & Spencer Comfort Jeans or DUER Relaxed Fit are ideal.

4. Inverted Triangle / Broad Shoulders, Narrow Legs

Body Type: Muscular upper body, slim lower body. Best Jeans Style: Straight or slim-straight styles that create leg shape without being too tight. Why It Works: Helps to visually balance the top-heavy frame by adding shape to the lower half. River Island Slim Taper or Represent Baggy Jeans can work well.

5. Triangle / Wider Hips Than Shoulders

Body Type: Broader lower body and narrower upper frame. Best Jeans Style: Straight leg or bootcut to balance proportions, with mid-rise waist. Why It Works: Straight leg styles smooth the transition from waist to ankle without pulling or bunching. Try Next Straight Jeans or Uniqlo Regular Fit.

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