There's always a reason to update your denim wardrobe: Your old pairs don't fit like they used to, or there's a specific wash or style that you're missing in your rotation. And while there are very pricey jeans in the over-$200 range that you might feel like you need to buy to check off either of these boxes, I can assure you that the denim at J.Crew and Madewell will satisfy your closet's needs just as effectively, all the while making your wallet very happy. Even better? They come with some...

I've said it before, I'll say it again: I love a good pair of jeans. They're my go-to for my office day, for a happy hour, a brunch, a meeting, and sometimes even a first date. But with so many denim brands popping up left and right it can be overwhelming when you're on the hunt for your perfect pair of jeans. Especially when you want a high-quality pair that you know will last for years to come. As a denim lover and editor I've tried/tested almost every denim brand you can think of. Some we're ...

Some things will never change. For this editor, it's my reliance on a good pair of jeans to make an outfit. Especially in the winter, I'm always pulling out the same three or four pairs to build outfits around, whether it to be go out with friends or head over to the office. When my best friend asked me the other day about some ways she can spice up her jeans to make them feel extra trendy and special at the start of the year, I immediately knew I had to loop her in on these trends.Jeans andÂ...

Trends may come and go, but denim is forever. As style people, we wear our classic blue jeans multiple times a week and tend to lean on them whenever we can't think of something else to wear. Of course, they never really go out of style, but it doesn't take an expert eye to see they've taken a back seat to other items like tailored trousers and maxi skirts in recent months.All that is to say I wouldn't be surprised if you found yourself in a rut when deciding what to wear with jeans to m...