While online shopping is the ultimate luxury, there are many items that are much easier to shop for in person. Denim is high up on that list. Sizing can be tricky, especially when you are curvy and looking for the style that flatters you the most. There are so many cuts and styles to choose from, and every body type is different.
Good American just had its Open Casting, an annual initiative that sets out to find new talent that is both diverse and inclusive. We tapped one of the winners—Ketara Milan, who is a size 16—for help in finding the best denim styles for curvy body types. She told us, "Finding good jeans as a plus-size woman can be equivalent to going through an obstacle course." Milan did the digging so you don't have to. Below, she shares her picks for the best denim styles for curvy women.
"My personal staple—it complements my hourglass figure, sits perfectly at my waist, and can be found in so many other denim styles." — Milan
The subtle distressing at the pockets makes for a very nice touch.
We've heard so many people rave about these jeans, and we're ready to try them for ourselves.
Buttons galore.
Everlane jeans always win us over.
All about that slouch.
"My new fave, it gives that 'I mean business, but I'm that girl' look." — Milan
Everything about the contrast stitching is such a vibe.
It's the wash for me.
Slit-leg denim is such a vibe.
This style screams French woman.
Ripped jeans for the win.
"The denim that makes me look in the mirror twice! Accentuates my curves, tall girl friendly, and I can wear them to castings or a night out." — Milan
Milan herself is modeling them here.
How luxe do these jeans look?
All about this vibe.
A perfect pair of jeans for the curvy girls.
These are just so cool.
"I feel so stylish in these! They elongate my body and give me an excuse to throw on some heels." — Milan
Legs for days on end.
One of our editors has these and loves them.
The definition of puddle pants.
Copying the styling here.
Slouchy jeans are the ultimate vibe.
"I love being tall! For me, flare jeans have an unapologetic way of saying just that!" — Milan
