Jeans Styles Guide: All Fits Explained – What to Buy and Where
Author: Stylist and brand team at TellarDate: 2025
By Ryan Blake | 2025
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Modern denim isn't limited to slim vs baggy. From cropped to bootcut, stacked to tapered, there are more jean styles than ever in 2025—and each makes a different statement. This full guide breaks down every major fit and rise so you can find what works for your shape, your style, and your wardrobe goals—plus the best brands to buy from now.
Slim Fit
Best for: Lean to athletic buildsLook for: Tapered cut, close to the leg without being skinnyBrands: Hugo Boss, Paul Smith, Citizens of Humanity
Skinny Fit
Best for: Very slim or toned buildsLook for: Tight fit from hip to ankle, stretch fabricBrands: Diesel, Dsquared2, FRAME
Relaxed Fit
Best for: Comfort seekers, wider thighs or weekend wearLook for: Extra room in the seat and thighBrands: Closed, Uniqlo, Levi’s
Baggy Fit
Best for: Oversized streetwear looks, tall framesLook for: Loose fit throughout, often low-slungBrands: Diesel, Acne Studios, C.P. Company
Bootcut
Best for: Balancing proportions or worn with bootsLook for: Slight flare from calf downBrands: Armani, Diesel, Wrangler
Straight Leg
Best for: Every body shapeLook for: Uniform width from thigh to ankleBrands: Levi’s, GAP, Massimo Dutti
Cargo Jeans
Best for: Utility wearers, practical fitsLook for: Patch pockets, relaxed thighs, often taperedBrands: G-Star RAW, Stone Island
Cropped Jeans
Best for: Shorter men, summer stylingLook for: Cut just above ankle, tailored or boxyBrands: Acne Studios, Reiss, COS
Stacked Jeans
Best for: Taller men or sneaker stylistsLook for: Longer inseam that creates fabric stacking at ankleBrands: AMIRI, Gallery Dept.
Flared Jeans
Best for: Statement styling, retro loversLook for: Narrow thigh, wide flare from kneeBrands: Diesel, Gucci, Acne Studios
High-Waisted Jeans
Best for: Long legs, vintage silhouettesLook for: Waistband at or above navelBrands: Levi’s, Nudie Jeans
Low-Rise Jeans
Best for: Y2K styling, confident dressersLook for: Waist sits below hip boneBrands: Dsquared2, Diesel
How to Find the Perfect Fit Instantly
With so many styles, rises, and brand variations, jeans can be frustrating to shop. Tellar.co.uk helps match your body type to jeans that fit—no guesswork, no returns.
Final Word
Whatever your shape, height or personal style, there’s a jean cut that suits you—and plenty of brands getting it right. Browse by fit, shop smart, and use Tellar to make sure it fits the first time.
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