Welcome to Jeans Month on the Strategist, where we’re obsessively vetting denim — from trying on every pair at the Gap to asking dozens of stylish people about their favorite fits. For more, head to our Jeans Month hub.
It’s become a Strategist tradition to ask people with particular, exacting, exceptional taste about the “best” of something, from cardigans and sweatshirts to wedding-guest dresses and scarves. So, in honor of Jeans Month, we reached out to dozens of people to hear about their favorite pairs. More than 50 of them responded with their picks, filling out our questionnaire in which we asked them additional questions like: How long have you had them for? How’s the fit on them? How do you care for them? The answers turned up some of what you’d expect — namely, lots of Levi’s — and some surprises, too. Many follow the rule of thumb to wash jeans after every ten wears (a tip found on old Levi’s labels). The most popular wash is dark (then medium). And the majority like their denim to be non-stretch instead of stretch. Below, we included the best of what our respondents — including Claire Saffitz, John Derian, and Marla Aaron — told us.
Bre Harrison
Copywriter and digital creator
“I sized up because I wanted them to sit really low on my hips and be super baggy (dragging-on-the-floor baggy). They also have big pockets!”
Claire Saffitz
Author of Dessert Person and What’s for Dessert
“I came of age in the heyday of ‘premium denim,’ but I just don’t believe in spending upwards of $200 on jeans. I have been wearing these since 2018 and had many different pairs, some with stretch but mostly without. They wear very well with minimal thinning at the common friction points, like between the thighs and at the knees. They come in shorter inseams, which I need because I look extremely short without a little exposed ankle.”
Rony Vardi
Catbird founder
“I will never wear anything but high-waisted jeans, and I can no longer even remember how to wear full-length jeans. If I am wearing jeans, these are the jeans I am wearing.”
Emily May Jampel
Filmmaker
“I can just roll out of bed and throw them on with basically anything in my closet. This is the one pair of jeans I’ve owned where I’ve received compliments from strangers of all genders who want to know where I got them. If anything, I fear that they’ll go out of stock one day and once I wear through this pair I won’t be able to replace them.”
Scott Csoke
Artist
“These jeans are an interesting, slimming shape. I’m obsessed with proportions, and they really play with proportions. You don’t have to worry about them stretching out since they’re already wide-leg.”
Aimee France
Baker
“I am extremely particular about the way pants fit — specifically jeans. When I find a pair that is perfect, I wear them every single day. The Ulsan jeans from Paloma Wool are low-rise (which I prefer for pants, mostly for comfort reasons). The denim itself is so soft it feels like you are wearing sweatpants, and with wear and time they get even more comfortable. The jeans have a relaxed fit but are not overly baggy; I find them extremely flattering. I love the unique pocket details on the back, which is what originally caught my eye when I saw them in the store.”
Marlowe Granados
Novelist
“I’m not a huge denim girl. This just means that when I find a pair I like, they really are the only ones I will wear. I have a pair of vintage boot-cut Jordache jeans that are my favorite pair of blue denim. The only other ones I wear would be these AYR jeans in cream. I wear these every day when I work in my studio, and over the course of the many wears, they get baggier and more like carpenter pants, which I love. I sit cross-legged at my desk, so this is very important for the kind of cut and fit I like in my jeans.”
Edith Young
Artist
“I hadn’t worn jeans since Obama was running for president, T.I. was sampling the ‘Numa Numa’ song, and my brand loyalty was lying with True Religion. These are the jeans that made me wear jeans again. Their cut — straight, lean, kissing the ankle — establishes them as a true neutral. They’re not stiff (I’m never in a rush to take them off), but I also don’t find them indulgently stretchy. The fly button, which has the substantial feel of an industrial knob, confirms the suspicion that these jeans are thoughtfully designed.”
Sean Froedtert and Sam Levenfeld
Chef de cuisine at Manuela and chef de cuisine at K’Far
“I got them in the colorway Dirtbike (a.k.a. black) so I can wear them in the kitchen. I mistakenly bought them a size too big, but that ended up working in my favor. They are just the right amount of loose and baggy where I feel comfortable working in hot conditions and not so restricted like I was in my decade-plus of wearing skinny jeans on the line. (Bad idea.) I’ve had them for over a year now, and they have held up to the rigors of 12-plus-hour days, unlike most jeans out there.” — Sean Froedtert
“My new favorite jeans are the Normies from AYR. I never really put much into jeans before moving to Brooklyn. I had a style from Banana Republic, and that was all I really bought. Living in Greenpoint pressured me to up my game. I love them because they felt lived-in from the moment I tried them on, and they can be easily dressed up or dressed down.” — Sam Levenfeld
Evelynn Escobar
Founder of Hike Clerb
“I’ve had them for almost three years and I wear them all the time. The elastic waistband has allowed me to wear them well into my pregnancy. They’re the perfect dose of baggy.”
John Derian
Designer
“I’ve been a fan of Double RL since they started in the early ’90s. I’m a regular on West Broadway, and the salespeople are passionate about what they make and keep me updated on the latest. This pair is two years old. It has still kept its color. Being indigo dyed, maybe don’t wear with white underwear.”
Eryc Perez de Tagle
Photographer
“They will naturally wear over time, which I feel is what makes the jeans feel truly special. Call me a jeans purist, but because they are made from raw denim I try my best to wash them as little as I can. They haven’t faded much yet (but I’m also a total freak and have washed them probably three times).”
Ruby Buddemeyer
Director of copy and concept at Starface
I’m five-two, so finding jeans with the right proportions can be hard. I love a high-waisted, wide-leg pair, but they’re typically really long, and I’ve found that hemming doesn’t always translate (in my experience, it can change the cut of the jeans). They’re the right length for me. They’re snug at the waist, and they get looser in the leg. It’s a rigid denim that needs to be broken in a little, after which it becomes easy to throw on. I own more jeans than I’d like to admit, and this is the pair that I always grab.”
Mbiye Kasonga
Podcaster
“Until I bought these jeans, I only had one pair of denim that I would wear maybe once a month. These jeans got me back into jeans. I bought these a couple months before Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance and now feel very aligned with the current flared-jeans craze. They’re categorized as ‘shaping’ jeans, so they have more give. I am curvy, so there is still a waist gap (though it’s not prohibitive to wearing them). I plan to get the waist taken in eventually, but it’s really not that big of a deal.”
Emilia Petrarca
Shop Rat newsletter writer
“I saw them on Ssense and pulled the trigger when Laura Reilly endorsed them. That was around October 2023. I have worn them pretty much every week since. Their stiffness gives them a nice shape — I hate when jeans get stretched out — but they’re not like cardboard. The inseam is a little high for me. I’ve thought about getting another pair in a bigger size, but I just don’t think they’ll look right. I got them hemmed since I’m short. When you find a good pair of jeans, you gotta invest.”
Kelsey Keith
Brand creative director at Herman Miller
“The Elkins are cut generously enough to accommodate life changes and fluctuating body size, and yet they somehow always fit. They served me throughout two pregnancies and postpartum recoveries, and I still wear them. There’s an adjustment on the back waist to make them sit higher or lower. They’re technically too big for me in the waist, but I like them this way. Sometimes I roll the waistband up a bit if I want a shorter hem.”
Jess Graves
The Love List newsletter writer
“I’m back on Frame denim. There’s a new cut called the Pencil, which is somewhere between boot-leg and skinny jeans. It’s really flattering on the leg without inciting millennial dread that some Gen-Z kid is going to pick on you and make you feel dated.”
Jalil Johnson
Stylist and Consider Yourself Cultured newsletter writer
“I’ve worn just about everything with them. When I was moving, I put together a capsule wardrobe of around 20 pieces that I wore on repeat for three weeks, and these jeans were part of that lineup. I’ve dressed them up for dinner with what I consider the perfect heel (the Martiniano Party heel) and a button-down, and I’ve thrown them on with sneakers and a sweatshirt for errands. They’re one of the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe.”
Emma Holland
Writer
“Eckhaus Latta’s jeans give the vibe that they were made for real people, not just full runway bodies. I think my friend Margaret Austin (who was a buyer at Opening Ceremony and now owns Outline, so she’s been a beacon of style for me) wore these once when we were 23. I was sold. I don’t buy a lot of not-vintage jeans, but these are flattering in the hips while loose in the legs. The almost-utility back pockets are very IFKYK, and they do great things for the butt.”
Sonjia Hyon
Writer
“I’ve been a fan of Toast since I entered my mom-fashion era. I saw these online, but I have a rule to never purchase pants with zippers or buttons without trying them on at the store. Before they opened their New York stores, I was visiting London and went to the shop to try them on. I’m five-one with a weird-shaped body for buying clothes in the States, or maybe a classic Korean body (i.e., small butt, daikon legs), and have a hard time finding jeans that fit well. I like these because they’re a mix of straight-leg and wide-leg. They’re roomy and comfortable.”
Marisa Meltzer
Journalist
“I wrote about Old Stone Trade for the New York Times, and when founder Melissa Ventosa Martin told me about the jeans, I knew I was going to order them as soon as they went on sale. I hadn’t even seen them yet. They’re custom, so I sent over measurements of an old pair of Levi’s 501s that I wanted the fit to be similar to. Then, when I tried them on for pickup, they would have done any additional tailoring. I realize they’re expensive. But besides just looking good, I want to support the kind of craftsmanship Old Stone Trade offers. Sometimes to use outrageous textiles and have everyone get paid a fair wage, clothes have to be expensive, and I’m okay with that trade-off. It sounds like they’re paying me, but, unfortunately, I am just a fan.”
Jake Woolf
Writer
“I own a lot of great jeans both new and vintage (truth be told, I probably have too many pairs), but the reason I’ve been going back to these Todd Snyders a lot as of late is a combination of fit, comfort, and how low-maintenance they are. The relaxed, non-tapered leg is really ideal as someone who has bigger legs. Fabric-wise, the 12.5-ounce 100 percent cotton denim drapes really elegantly and feels substantial enough without being restrictive. At the end of the day, what I love about a great pair of jeans is the ability to toss them on without thinking too much, and, on that front, these deliver.”
Alexis Cheung
Consultant
“I could wear these every day. I’m one of those people whose jeans gap in the waist because of my thighs and butt. Their low-rise, baggy fit means none of that is an issue. There’s no clinging or struggling to get them on. Size down if you want a higher rise. Size normally if you want them more on your hips. I didn’t have to do anything to them. I will buy another pair when this pair is destroyed.”
Trinity Mouzon Wofford
Founder of Golde
“These are the only jeans I’m wearing right now postpartum. In the months after pregnancy, it feels like all of your insides have relocated. Tight, rigid clothing is so uncomfortable. At the same time, I hate sweatpants and anything that feels too soft to be real clothing. These jeans are roomy enough to feel good on my post-baby body, but retain enough structure to make me feel like I’ve gotten capital-D Dressed.”
Éva Goicochea
Founder of Maude
“The ARKET Shore jeans with a boyfriend fit check all the boxes, which is why I own three pairs and wear them weekly. I discovered them in London. They strike the perfect balance between structure and comfort — stiff enough to hold their shape but soft enough to wear all day. Plus, the organic cotton and Lyocell blend gives them a great drape.”
Liana Satenstein
Newscaster for NeverWorns
“I found these jeans that were low-slung and a button-fly-and-drawstring hybrid, which was the perfect trifecta, because I was approaching my third trimester then. I love that these aren’t actual maternity jeans. I went to a bar (my first outing postpartum) the other night with my two friends in the Still Here jeans. The Gen-Z hostess, who had a killer severe bob, wore the Still Here jeans with a top that showed major midriff. The jeans are a choose-your-adventure wardrobe piece.”
“I had the privilege of knowing the founders of Still Here when they first crafted their jean prototype with the painted stripes on the back, and I’m honored to own one of the original pairs. They put so much care into perfecting the balance of fit, quality, and style, especially for petite women. Typically, I find myself taking my jeans to the tailor, but these fit me perfectly right out of the store — snug at the waist with just the right amount of relaxed, baggy fit in all the right areas.”
Mélanie Masarin
Founder of Ghia
“I definitely find that shopping for jeans is very difficult since they’re often too big at the waist and too tight at the butt and thighs. When I do find the perfect pair, I just end up wearing those for a very long time. The fit on these is just really flattering! It’s sort of a mid-rise and somewhere between a straight and wide-leg. They’re ideal for going from day to night.”
Rafael Prieto and Tessa Vermeulen
Creative director at Savvy Studio and founder of Hai
“They found me. I grew up on a ranch, and my dad always bought me Wranglers. But once I was with my cousin who had Levi’s, and I was like, That’s what I want. Back then I was a bit short and the bootcut from Wrangler made me look strange. Since then I moved into Levi’s. I’ve had them for so long, and they come and go into my life. There have been moments where I don’t wear them for months, and then I see them and wear them a lot. They mean everything and nothing.” —Rafael Prieto
“The Levi’s 501 is the only style of jeans I’ve owned for over ten years now. They are also the only jeans both my parents wear, so my first pair would have been a hand-me-down from my mom. Whenever I’m in a vintage shop, I look for additions to my ever-expanding 501 collection. I have around 15 pairs in different washes. You definitely need to size up in men’s sizes.” —Tessa Vermeulen
Joyce Lee
Creative consultant
“I’ve worn 501s since I was in middle school. I’ve had this particular pair for the past three years. I most certainly plan to keep them forever, will keep mending and patching as needed, and they will be a great pair to pass down to my daughter one day.”
Diana Tsui
A_Concept Store newsletter writer
“I was visiting the Levi’s showroom to preview its latest collection, and it was a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the signature 501 cut. I find the original design to be unflattering on my body, but this ’90s-style fit was interesting to me. Technically, it was already available — I didn’t know there was a version that was slouchier and more low-slung. I’m so over high-waisted styles that dig into my waist. Plus, they’re affordable without any stretch (another thing that I absolutely hate).”
Chloe Weitman
Founder of Yeah It’s Jewelry
“I saw my friend wearing this pair and assumed they were vintage. I started on a long tangent about how it’s impossible to find a good pair of vintage jeans like that. Turns out, they were new Levi’s and on sale.”
Iman Hariri-Kia and Erin Kelly Meuchner
Novelist and jewelry designer
“I hate the humiliating ritual of shopping for jeans and prefer to buy a single perfect pair and wear them to literal death, until they physically fall apart. These come from Sorbara’s, formerly known as Chickee’s. The employees took my measurements, listened patiently, and selected several pairs for me to try. I was in and out in 30 minutes, and now have the perfect pair of straight-leg, vintage Levi’s 501s. I sometimes wish they zippered instead of buttoned, but that’s only because I get lazy.” —Iman Hariri-Kia
“I got them at Sorbara’s a few years back when it was Chickee’s Vintage. I love the fit; it’s perfect for my shape. I wish all jeans fit like old Levi’s.” —Erin Kelly Meuchner
Editor’s note: We linked to one of the vintage Levi’s 501s currently available at Sorbara’s.
Kathleen Sorbara
Owner of Sorbara’s New York
“The thing about the style of 502 Levi’s is that they are a zipper-fly instead of a button-fly (501 Levi’s are a button-fly), so they don’t do the weird crotch thing that a lot of vintage 501 Levi’s do.”
Fanny Singer
Co-founder of Permanent Collection
“I have been on a lifelong hunt for ‘the perfect jeans,’ and succumbed to a variety of sartorial pitfalls (I know JNCO-esque silhouettes are ‘back,’ but no thanks, once was enough). Anyway, when I finally got a pair of Rudy Jude’s Utility Jeans — not long after having a baby, incidentally — I realized I’d found ‘the jeans.’ They hold you in without constricting blood flow to your vital organs. They’re high-waisted but not extravagantly so. They’re neither narrow nor wide. They’re constructed well enough to last a lifetime.”
Editor’s note: The preorder window for a pair of Utility Jeans is closed for now. Check Rudy Jude’s production update page for when it’ll be open again.
Fabiana Faria
Co-founder of Coming Soon
“I think I have a type when it comes to jeans: jeans that don’t fall into a specific trend. That’s Orslow’s 107s. I discovered them through Canoe Club. It’s funny, because I was looking for another pair of my other favorite jeans that are by Kapital. Japanese brands tend to fit my body better than American ones. I think how they do denim is the best. These are pretty perfectly worn, no rips or tears, or signs of any happening soon.”
Editor’s note: Faria’s wearing a sold-out patchwork version of the 107s.
Mikael Kennedy
Photographer and owner of King Kennedy Rugs
“I deal primarily in antique-worn textiles, so I like the idea of starting out with a fresh item and breaking it in myself, leaving my own record of wear on a fresh piece. Like most people, after a long period of not wearing jeans and wearing looser fits for a while, I recently picked up a pair of these from 3sixteen’s new shop in Los Angeles. They are by far the most comfortable jeans I’ve ever had on the first wear, and the fit is fantastic — literally no notes. I think they’re the best jeans I’ve ever owned.”
Lilli Millhiser
Stylist
“I don’t reach for them every day, but they are truly singular and unlike any other pair of jeans I own. I’d never part with them. Someone always asks me about them. They’re made of vintage denim, which just can’t be replicated. They’re oversize, but I still sized up one size so they’d fit a little lower on my hips and not have the cowboy crotch.”
Elissa Suh
Film critic
“I don’t usually do blue denim, but I made an exception for the Cuffed Lasso from B Sides. They’re endlessly flattering. I call them my Goldilocks jeans: wide but not too wide, loose but snug, and zero stretch yet they don’t feel stiff. They are a subtle statement and the center of my outfits, so I don’t have to think too much.”
Leon Hedgepeth
Market editor
“I’ve truly lived in them. Any distressing or fading? That’s all me — no artificial wear, just real life. They’ve softened up beautifully over the years, they’re insanely comfortable, and I’d buy them again in a heartbeat.”
Skylar Brandt
Ballerina
“These jeans are surprisingly well fitting and flattering for a cargo style, even in the butt. My favorite part about them is that I don’t have to carry a purse because the numerous pockets are spacious enough to hold all my things, no joke!”
Editor’s note: Brandt’s original Alice + Olivias are sold out, so we linked to a similar pair.
Jenny Walton
Vogue vintage shopping columnist
“Sadly for all bank accounts, the best jeans are the Danielle by Khaite. My pair is about four years old, so the wash is slightly different, but the closest currently offered is Archer. Mine has some distressing on the watch pocket (obviously from how much I use my pocket watch). I’m not that tall, so something about putting them on, slipping on a pair of heels, and looking in the mirror and thinking, Damn! I look powerful! I look so tall! might be a little vain, but it’s kind of fun, like playing a character.”
Christine Gachot
Principal at Gachot
“I splurge on denim because I view it as an investment, a foundation of my curated wardrobe. Khaite’s Danielle jeans in Prescott is impeccably polished without sacrificing the cool factor — rare in today’s fashion landscape. The silhouette elongates gracefully, offering a flattering profile, while the gold button with a black enamel inset adds a refined, thoughtful detail. I have had this pair for a year. Like most things Khaite, they only get better with age!”
Evan Shinn and Emilio Quezada-Ibañez
Hosts of Dewy Dudes
Editor’s note: mfpen lists its prices in euros, so this is an approximation to dollars.
“It’s no coincidence. Every 30-something man I know who wants to splurge on something sophisticated yet fuss-free without breaking the bank has added the brand to their closet within the last couple of years. Similarly, I, too, suffered from jeans dysphoria, not quite feeling comfortable in a baggy fit, yet unable to return to the immobility of 501s. Thankfully, mfpen has a few transitional options that are relaxed yet snug where they need to be. The sizing can be a bit confusing, as I somehow fit into small, medium, and large at a 32/33 waist, but you’ll know which one is a keeper based on feel.” —Evan Shinn
“The width of jeans is a wide, wide spectrum. I’ve run the gamut on it from my early teens to now, my early 30s. First came the spray-on-lookin’ skinny jeans, and, more recently, I embarrassed myself with a short-lived JNCO-inspired fit. Thank the Lord that is all now in the past. Evan definitely bought them first. This was the first time we’d independently landed on the same pair. I saw Evan wearing them on a trip upstate and immediately recognized the mfpen craftsmanship due to the subtle stitching. I love the detail in the stitching. It’s all in the stitching. A beautiful lesson I learned, back in the day, from an episode of Gossip Girl.” —Emilio Quezada-Ibañez
Clara Perlmutter
Influencer
“A baggy pair of jeans is my go-to when I want to wear sweatpants but can’t. I love the G18 relaxed jeans from Guess Jeans. They’re such a great staple on paper, but I sized up so much that they practically fall off me in a way that’s cool and sexy. They’re also so long that I have to cuff them, but I only cuff them once, so the cuff goes halfway up my calf, and you can see the inside of the pants. It’s kind of a cool, deconstructed look that works with sneakers and a T-shirt but also works dressed up with heels and a sheer top. These are from a sustainable line within Guess, too, so that’s another win.”
Iva Dixit
Writer
“I bought these despite the ‘rigid’ in the name, because I think prior to owning these I’d been under the impression that jeans this stiff are not meant for my body type. That misapprehension has since been corrected, because ever since I put these on and saw how it looked on me (like I’d had leg-lengthening surgery and grown four inches in height), I stopped wearing every other jean that I’d accumulated. They sit very, very high up on the torso, almost comically so, which might be an issue for some people but that has always been my primary issue with all other jean manufacturers trying to peddle a nine-inch rise as ‘high.’ That is not high enough. I want my jeans to sit high enough to look like I’m wearing 17th-century men’s breeches, but I still want to be able to move comfortably in them. This pair somehow managed to accomplish both.”
Geoff McFetridge
Artist
“I never wear jeans because of the fit. I always wear pants pants, chino-type pants. So jeans are an alien thing to me. These feel like jeans a pants guy can wear.”
Ashley Seryn
Photographer
“Growing up, I remember my mom in True Religions. She saved so many pairs and now I wear them, too. My favorite? A super-low-rise pair, complete with the iconic contrast stitching and horseshoe back pockets. These are almost dangerously low.”
Editor’s note: This pair True Religion currently sells is the most similar to Seryn’s.
Alexis Badiyi and Madelynn Furlong Hudson
Stylists
“The heavyweight Japanese denim has softened beautifully with wear while still holding its structure. A few weeks into wearing the Quinn, I flew in them — super-comfortable yet polished, which is exactly how I like to feel when traveling. The wash and structure of the denim feel elevated and versatile. But what really sets them apart? They’re secretly magic-butt jeans. They somehow create the perfect shape, which is rare to get right across so many different body types. It’s a bit of an ‘if you know, you know’ situation.” —Alexis Badiyi
“They are the perfect non-vintage-vintage jeans. They are a bit of a higher price point, but the quality is incredible. RÙADH is a newer brand based out of NYC and has an ‘if you know, you know’ vibe to it.” —Madelynn Furlong Hudson
Lauren Caruso
Digital creator
“I prefer my jeans to be rigid, sit right at the hip, and have a bit of length on them. These are the perfect rigid baggy jeans for people who aren’t totally sold on rigid baggy jeans. Don’t be afraid of oversize denim — especially if you grew up in the world of skinny jeans, where less fabric generally meant more “flattering.” I always feel most like myself when I put them on, which is saying a lot. I actually left them at my sister’s in New Jersey after Fashion Week, and I’ve been a little sad ever since. (I hate my post-NYFW brain!)”
Noah Rinsky
Creator of Old Jewish Men
“I normally wear loose-fitting slacks because of my unusual body proportions — I have a big tuchus and chicken legs. My dad used to say I’m shaped like someone stabbed a ball of Play-Doh with four toothpicks. But my friend’s mom bought me a pair of dark-blue Levi’s relaxed fit 550 jeans a few years ago for Hanukkah, and I’ve been into them ever since. They’re loose on the thighs with generous pockets for my large Temu wallet, a smooth zipper for easy access, and a deep-blue denim that hides stains. What more can a guy who spills his coffee a lot ask for? It’s no wonder Levi’s is still in business. And the price is right! Less than $60 bones.”
Alexis Page
Beauty consultant
“Currently, the best jeans I own are by Chimala, and they were given to me by my friend Kaitlin Phillips while she was in the middle of packing. She thought they’d look good on me, and they did. I’ve had them since last summer, and she’d been wearing them for a few years already before that. They’ve held up. They have a small rip in the knee, which I suppose I could get repaired if I were feeling ambitious.”
Editor’s note: Page’s original Chimalas are sold out, so we linked to a similar pair.
Gia Kuan
Publicist
“I love these because I never thought I could rock these super-sexy, a little slutty, low-rise-butt jeans. I think the last time I did that was when I was 15, and Britney Spears came out with ‘Slave 4 U.’ They’re such good American-made jeans with slight distress and a flattering boot-leg look. The price is on the upper end, but I’ve been wearing them almost every day, so it feels worthwhile. These are sexy jeans for everyone.”
Marla Aaron
Jewelry designer
“People can get all judgy with me about spending this kind of money on denim, and that’s okay. I buy things to be worn in all aspects of my life, so these could end up lolling about the house on a Sunday or turning out and turning up. Just swishing up or down a flight of stairs is kind of magical — even carrying a steaming chicken in a pot. ‘Designer’ denim of this kind is my weakness. They are a bit of a compulsion. I have a small but mighty little collection and I would never part with them. I keep things forever — I see myself wearing these Alaïa jeans until the end.”
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