The 11 Very Best Jeans for Tall Women

Sizes and lengths: 23–33 (plus sizes 14W–28W here) with 30- and 33-inch inseams | Stretch: Stretchy | Rise: 11.25 inches | Cut: Looser wide-leg | Price: $$

Some of the jeans I’ve owned and loved the longest are from Madewell — so I wasn’t surprised to hear that the brand was a longtime favorite of several of the tall women I talked to for this story. The brand is especially good for women over five-foot-eight because it offers two tall inseams: “Tall,” with a 30-inch inseam for those five-foot-eight to five-foot-11, and “Taller,” with a 33-inch inseam for those over six feet. (Just note: Almost all of Madewell’s jeans are offered in “Tall” now, but “Taller” fits are available on only select jeans and tend to sell out quickly.)

This wide-legged version of the Perfect Vintage Jean — a cut that’s often raved about and that works well on many different figures — is one of the few jeans in stock in “Tall” and “Taller” currently. The jean features what Madewell calls “Heritage Stretch,” a one-percent elastane that offers a little give without overstretching. For some more stretch, there’s the brand’s curvy collection, with most pairs featuring at least a percentage more of elastane. Former Strategist staffer Hannah Starke (who’s five-foot-ten) told us these are “the only jeans that fit my body correctly.” Jeans from the line are designed with more room in the hips and a longer rise to accommodate an hourglass shape — something that can be hard to find while shopping for tall-specific sizes.

Sizes and lengths: 24–36 with 36- and 38-inch inseams | Stretch: Not stretchy | Rise: None listed | Cut: Wide-leg that’s slimmer through hips | Price: $

If you want to spend less, take note from the many tall women who recommend the ASOS Design line for its cheap price tags and range of inseams, which run up to 38 inches long. As our resident jeans expert, I see this wide-legged dad jean as a strong alternative to our best overall Madewell jean — the cut is similar, and it’s offered in 36- and 38-inch inseams; plus, the denim is non-stretch. If wide leg isn’t your thing, there are several other styles — from baggier boyfriends to tapered, straight-legs and slouchier, low-slungs — available with long inseams, as well.

Alicia Jay, founder of blog Tall Swag, describes ASOS Design line as somewhat of a sleeper hit — the jeans are especially good quality at the cost (many are under $50), and at six-foot-six, she can get the length she needs. For those who don’t need quite that much length, there are pairs with just a 32-inch inseam that you can find throughout the site. The only downside here is that stock is unpredictable at best: Clothes sell fast and offerings change almost weekly. If you’re willing to constantly check on what hasn’t sold out, it’s well worth the effort.

Sizes and lengths: 27–38 with 34- and 36-inch inseams | Stretch: Very stretchy | Rise: 9 inches | Cut: Skinny leg | Price: $

A handful of brands — including Height-of-Fashion, Alloy Apparel, Long Tall Sally, and Nineth Closet — create jeans specifically for women over six feet. While many of these brands make similar styles, I chose Amalli Talli jeans as the best of the bunch because they offer the broadest range of sizes (27 through 38) and inseams (from 34 to 38 inches, depending on the cut). Blogger Akia Danielle, who’s six feet tall, is also a fan — and, she points out, the founders of the brand are actually tall women, so “they get what we need.”

The brand’s best seller is the Jackson, which is almost sold out, but the Chandler Jean I’ve included here is the “sister” to that style — just with a closer-fitting leg and more accurate sizing (versus the Jackson, which the brand recommends you size down). It’s the only mid-rise pair you’ll find on this list, and is available in a 36- or 38-inch inseam.

Sizes and lengths: 10–30 with 31- and 33-inch inseams | Stretch: Stretchy | Rise: None listed | Cut: Super skinny leg | Price: $

Plus-size and tall-length are challenging-to-shop-for categories on their own, and it can feel downright impossible to find jeans that combine both. Luckily, Katie Sturino, founder of Megababe, told me about this pair from Torrid, a plus-size label that offers “tall” (31 inches) and “extra-tall” lengths (33 inches). The brand’s Bombshell jeans might be what it’s best known for: The style is well-fitting throughout the legs and has an elastic waistband so there’s little gaping between the hips and waist. (Torrid actually reengineered the jeans recently so there’s even less gaping.) While many skinny jeans can become baggy toward the ankles, Sturino assured us that “these maintain their shape all the way down.” Content creator Nikki Apostolou also loves these, and told us that they “hug my curves, cling where I need them to, and flatter my more apple-shaped figure.”

Sizes and lengths: 23–37 with a 32.5-inch inseam | Stretch: Stretchy | Rise: None listed | Cut: Classic straight leg | Price: $

Abercrombie & Fitch has revamped its brand to offer more size-inclusive, trend-focused pieces without its signature moose emblazoned on everything. Its jeans have taken the focus recently thanks to how high quality they feel for such an affordable price (and they have been featured throughout our jeans coverage). Many of the brand’s denim styles come in a “curve” option, which fits those with wider hips and more of an hourglass shape better; it even offers plus sizes as well as tall lengths. This ’90s-inspired distressed pair has a 32.5-inch inseam for its “long” inseam (for those who are five-foot-eight to five-foot-ten) and an “extra-long” inseam for those who are five-foot-eleven and over (though the latter’s length is currently listed for this pair, which is why I only included the 32.5-inch inseam here).

Sizes and lengths: 23–34 with a 30- or 32-inch inseam | Stretch: Not stretchy | Rise: 11.125 inches | Cut: Classic straight leg | Price: $

Levi’s is one of your best bets when it comes to high-quality, affordable jeans. The 501s were invented by Levi Strauss himself back in 1873. These are a favorite among the denim obsessives we’ve talked to, making appearances on musicians Aly and AJ Michalka and celebrity stylist Karla Welch’s “what I can’t live without” lists. Most notable for the purpose of this guide, the cut is offered in both a 30- and 32-inch inseam (which is not the case for all Levi’s). Artist Lucy Litman, who’s five-foot-eight, depends on the brand for its fit especially — and these have a true straight leg.

Sizes and lengths: 00–15 (equivalent to 22- to 32-inch waists) with 30-, 32-, 34-, 36-, and 38-inch inseams | Stretch: Not stretchy | Rise: 11.75 inches | Cut: Slimmer straight-leg | Price: $

“I feel like ’90s Shania Twain in these jeans,” says six-foot-two artist Melly Wirtes, adding that the Wranglers are made of a stiffer denim that holds its shape in a way that reminds her of vintage jeans. The slimmer-fitting straight-leg comes in 30-, 32-, 34-, 36-, and 38-inch inseams, which is the widest range of inseams on this list. The waist sizes are odd-numbered, so Strategist senior editor Simone Kitchens, who wrote an ode to the jeans in 2019, recommends going for a size 3 if you’re a size 2, a 7 if you’re a 6, and so on. She also suggests sizing up a bit in the inseam “because it’s 100 percent cotton and will shrink just a teeny bit,” she notes. “After a few washes, they’ll ease into the comfortable, thrift-store-faded patina these jeans are known for. Or wash them a little less and prolong their A.P.C.-like stiffness.” Her review even convinced a few friends — including former InStyle fashion features director Laurel Pantin — to buy their own.

Sizes and lengths: 23–31 with a 33-inch inseam | Stretch: Not stretchy or stretchy options | Rise: 12 inches | Cut: Fitted through hips with a straight-leg | Price: $$

Reformation’s denim is designed for those who are leggier: 32- and 33-inch lengths are almost standard across the brand’s jean page. The Cynthia cut in particular was a favorite among tall women I consulted with, and is available in rigid and stretch denim. According to Katie Schmidt, owner of Passion Lilie, the style gives the illusion of even longer legs, and artist Melly Wirtes, who’s six-foot-two, has worn her Cynthias so much she says they now fit like a glove. (Wirtes also notes that the Abercrombie Ultra-Rise jeans above are somewhat of a dupe for this pair — though the Abercrombies have a slightly slimmer leg opening.) White Lotus star Meghann Fahy is a Cynthia Jean devotee, as well. “The jeans never stretch out too much or lose their shape,” she told us.

Sizes and lengths: 23–32 with a 32-inch inseam | Stretch: Not stretchy | Rise: 11.25 inches | Cut: Relaxed straight leg | Price: $$$

“I hoped the company’s jeans weren’t actually as good as people say, partially because they’re so expensive and have become somewhat ubiquitous,” says former Strategist writer Chloe Anello. But it turns out this pair is among the best she’s ever owned. Rigid denim — meaning there will be zero stretch — flexes over time, starting off tight, then molding to your body. She calls them “extremely high quality” for that fact and believes she’ll have them for a long time. Not all of Re/Done’s jeans offer different inseam lengths, but this pair comes in a 32-inch inseam. If you’re looking for a similar option with a lower price tag, Emily Atkinson, a Nashville-based elementary-school teacher who is five-foot-nine, recommends checking out Gap, which actually has a respectable selection of tall options in 32- and 34-inch inseams.