Another skinny alternative: Flattering slim cut jeans

Skinny jeans were such a key part of my wardrobe over the past decade, I scoffed at the notion earlier this year that they were no longer “in style!” I used to love a tight fit with a narrow ankle opening, thinking it was the most flattering look on a petite frame. But now here I am, a little older with some body changes, admittedly reaching for more relaxed cuts while my super skinny jeans fall further to the bottom of the drawer.

High Waisted Slim Jeans

In short, regular and long inseams

I’ve shared straight and tapered cuts recently, but for another option that’s just a tad more relaxed than skinnies, these “slim” cut jeans are a great option. Every once in a while Express really nails a denim style like this pair. They’re stretchy, medium weight, and fitted at the waist with a slim leg and ankle opening. Not as tight as skinnies, not as wide as straight leg. I’ve been featuring more non-stretch denim lately, but I know many of you still love the stretch factor for comfort.

I also love the wash on these – a versatile medium blue with a slightly broken-in finish. I’ve worn these for full days and they material does not stretch or bag out!

Fit wise, Express denim in “short” or “petite” is usually a very good fit on me without alterations. You can see the Short length on me below un-cuffed, or cuffed up above with flats for a more laid-back feel. The inseam of size 00 Short measures 24.5″ long and the rise is 10.5″.