Look, over at Revelle, we do NOT believe in labeling our bodies. We are vehemently against labels in general, but especially when they have underlying connotations of comparison or judgement.
It’s my personal belief (hi, JoAnna, founder of Revelle here) that body shape ‘labels’ (apple shape, pear shape, hourglass shape, etc) do exactly this. They encourage us to categorize ourselves, and inherently lead to comparisons about what shapes are ‘better’ or ‘more desirable’ than others. Honestly, fuck that.
Part of Revelle’s purpose is to dismantle these labels and help every single woman realize that her body is absolutely beautiful just the way it is. Every day, every moment, every year. BUT, in order to achieve that goal, we need to acknowledge certain things about the world that we currently operate in.
And one of those things is that we’ve been taught to categorize our bodies for years — by magazine articles telling us what we should or shouldn’t wear based on our body shapes, by brands trying to sell us the latest diet craze, even by our mothers and grandmothers who frankly hadn’t been taught any better and probably thought they were doing us a favor.
So rather than pretending that we haven’t been conditioned to use these labels, we want to help you work within them to discover what clothes actually make you feel comfortable and at home in your body when you get dressed in the morning. And if that means we need to use these labels from time to time to help you understand and feel more comfortable with what we’re discussing, then so be it. But I want to be crystal clear that over at Revelle we hate these labels — they diminish the complexity of true women’s bodies and frankly make us feel bad about ourselves. We hope you’ll join us in rejecting these rules by joining our community that helps you find clothes that make you feel beautiful WITHOUT the need for labeling each other’s bodies. But in the meantime, we hope this article on the best jeans for a pear-shaped body helps you begin exploring some new styles and rediscover the joy of shopping.
If you identify with this body shape, your hip and thigh area is probably wider than your upper body, making it difficult to find the perfect pair of jeans that fit your defined waist the way YOU want them to. To make things easier, we’ve compiled a list of jeans that are particularly suited for pear-esque triangular shapes — although keep in mind that the best way to get tailored recommendations is via your personal Revelle store.
When putting together this list, we prioritized jeans that widen below the knee in order to streamline the silhouette — in this case, bootcut and wide leg/flared jeans. This cut helps divert attention away from the hips, which some may be looking for. We also kept an eye out for stretch fabric and roomier cuts so the jeans can better shape around your beautiful curves.
So without further ado…
Best Jeans For Pear Body Shape: At A Glance
We found a pair for everyone (regardless of the style, length, or color jeans you like best!). Take a peek now and read our full reviews below!
What Types Of Jeans To Look For
Our favorite types of jeans are the ones that make you feel comfortable and confident (no matter what style they are)! However, if you want some help finding jeans that fit and flatter your pear body shape, here are a few things to look for:
- Styles that are loose below the knee: Bootcut, flare, and straight-leg jeans are all great examples. These cuts will balance out your body shape and flatter those curves!
- Curvy-fit: Curvy-fit jeans are made for curvy bodies. Seriously! It’s no marketing gimmick. Most “curvy-fit” jeans are made with different proportions and have more room in the hip and thigh areas.
- High-rise or mid-rise: Jeans with a high-rise waistline will hit your natural waist and ensure there aren’t any uncomfy buttons cutting into your curvier sections.
10 Best Jeans For Pear-Shaped Women
We spend ALL day looking at jeans so you don’t have to! That’s because we know how frustrating it is to look for jeans that work with your beautiful body shape (not against it).
We scoured the internet and found 10 pairs of jeans we know you’ll love.
Available at Nordstrom, these classic bootcut jeans are made with exclusive LiftTuck Technology that helps flatten the tummy and lift the rear. The high pockets and deep yoke (aka the part of your jeans in the back just below the waistband — essentially right where your butt goes) don’t hurt either. Because they stretch with wear, we recommend ordering one size down for the perfect fit around wider hips.
- Size Range: 0 to 16
- Inseam: 32”
- Rise: 9.75”
- Price (when blog was published): $99.00
Co-founded by Khloé Kardashian, Good American has innovated since day one with size-inclusive jeans that span 00 to 24. Also, every product is shown on three size ranges of models to make it that much easier to find the right jeans that make you feel the most at home in your pear body shape.
- Inseam: 26.5”
- Rise: 10.5”
- Price (when blog was published): $87.00
This sleek, slimming pair of bootcut ankle jeans won’t feel like a second skin hugging your body but will still be form-fitting around your legs and hips (except for a narrow ankle opening).
- Size Range: 0P to 16P
- Inseam: 30”
- Rise: 9.5”
- Price (when blog was published): $69.50
Calling all tall girlies! These shaping skinny jeans will smooth your midsection AND (more importantly) won’t look cropped on you.
- Size Range: 26L to 34L
- Inseam: 32”(L) or 34”(XL)
- Rise: 8”
- Price (when blog was published): $48.65
Can’t go wrong with a classic pair of high-waisted bootcut, especially when they’re sustainably made with 29% recycled cotton/polyester, as well as stretch-friendly viscose and elastane to hug your waistline.
- Size Range: 14W to 24W (all sizes also available in Plus-Size Petite)
- Inseam: 32” or 29”(Petite)
- Price (when blog was published): $49.50
These dark wash stretchy jeans are made with a blend of cotton, rayon, polyester, and spandex, these high-rise black jeans from Dollhouse will beautifully hug your pear-shape figure. Front pockets are decorative, back are patch.
- Size Range: 0 to 15
- Inseam: 29”
- Rise: 10.5”
- Price (when blog was published): $32.00
We may be biased, but we’re pretty sure there’s nothing better than a pull-on waistband. But what TRULY takes these bootcut jeans to the next level is the fact that they’re made with a machine-washable trifecta of cotton, polyester, and elastane.
- Size Range: 0 to 18
- Inseam: 33”
- Rise: 9.5”
- Price (when blog was published): $44.85
If you’re looking for jeans that are as comfy as they are trendy… Look no further! These jeans from Whistles are loose throughout (so they’ll balance your top half perfectly!). They also have a stretchy, elastic waistband.
- Size Range: 24 to 34
- Inseam: 26.75”
- Rise: 13”
- Price (when blog was published): $119.00
We LOVE the fact that Everlane calls their line of mom jeans “cheeky jeans.” Made with premium Japanese denim, these high-rise, butt-boosting, straight-leg jeans have earned a well-deserved spot in modern-day closets. Oh! And they also come in curvy sizes.
- Size Range: 23 to 33
- Inseam: Three lengths (26.5”, 28.5”, 30.5”)
- Rise: 11”
- Price (when blog was published): $32.00
Interested in adding some distressed details to your jeans? Discover our top tips for DIY whiskering.
Looking for a way to make the whole jean shopping process WAY easier?
That’s where Revelle comes in. When you join — which, BTW, doesn’t cost you anything — we’ll ask you a few questions about your beautiful body. From there, we work our magic (and by magic, we mean technology) to build your personal store. As you like (heart) and dislike (broken heart) jeans, we’ll get to know your tastes, preferences, and style even better so you can find your perfect pair.
Revelle is on a mission to make women feel beautiful in their bodies every day by helping them find clothes that actually FIT, and we only feature jeans we think you’ll love as much as we do. Please note that the recommended products are based on availability as of the date the article was published. You can always get personalized recommendations by joining our community. Also, if you do purchase something by clicking on a link, we may receive a small commission.
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