*** this Everlane denim guide was updated on 10/17/24 and is now up to date – also just a note that Everlane no longer sends me the jeans to review so if you see tags it’s because I may not be keeping every pair.
Hey guys!
I’m going to keep this intro pretty brief… simply for the fact that this post kind of speaks for itself.
The other day I had the realization that I actually owned pretty much every style of Everlane denim…
you might say I’m a fan 😉
But in all reality, I have been really impressed with the quality and fit of Everlane’s denim collection, not to mention the fact that it’s made responsibly.
But a major drawback is that Everlane only has a few store locations, which means that the vast majority of us have to rely on reviews on the actual website or keep our fingers crossed that our favorite blogger will do a review.
So with that in mind, I thought it might be helpful to you if I were to do a comprehensive Everlane denim guide, and keep it in one spot so you can refer/compare whenever you need to.
Oh and just a note that I have a style from each category, but I don’t have one of each rise/inseam. So if you’re wondering about a different rise/inseam just let me know and I can pick up a pair to review for you.
I hope you find this helpful! I plan to add to it as they release new styles so check back if you’re ever curious.
Alight let’s get to my Everlane Denim Guide:
My measurements:
5’4.5″
26″ waist
32″ hips
New Releases:
Style: The 70’s Wide Jean in Indigo Rinse
Cost: $138
My Size: 26
What the Website Says:
- High-rise with a wide leg.
- Front Rise: 11.625″
- Inseam: 29.5″
- Intended to hit below ankle.
- 98% Organic Cotton, 2% Elastane
What I Say:
Fit: I have to say I’m surprised by how much I like these jeans! I don’t typically like this style of Jean because I feel like they can easily tip toe into costume territory, but these really work. I think it’s the combination of the dark wash with the full length fit that makes them work so well. plus the rise is high, but it’s below 12” so it’s not super high making them vintage like, but not over the top. I also love that they kept all of the details minimal other than the front pockets. It keeps the focus on the “main event” without making everything compete against each other. I’d stay true to size in these.
Material: The stretch in these is really nice. It’s a good amount, but the thickness of the denim keeps them from feeling cheap. They don’t bag out, or feel like they’re going to move around on you. The material feels really substantial and soft and they’re the type of jeans that are comfortable to wear all day.
Style: The Mid Way Jean in Whisper Jean
Cost: $128
My Size: 26
What the Website Says:
- Mid-rise with a wide, full-length leg
- Front Rise: 10.375″
- Inseam: 31″
- 100% Organic Cotton
What I Say:
Fit: These are my new favorite Everlane jeans! Which means that the way high slim jeans have officially been surpassed… something I didn’t think was possible. These are my ideal jeans, the 31” inseam, the looser fit, the 100% cotton, the entire combination creates an overall fit that is perfection. They have the best 90’s fit without being super over the top like some full length styles are. And I love that the leg has the room in it while the waist is fitted so you don’t feel like you need a belt if like you’re constantly pulling up your jeans all day. In other words, you get the best of both worlds. The rise on these is also a lower high rise so they sit very comfortably at your hips which makes these the type of jeans you want to wear on a day when you’ll need to be dressed all day. I’d stay true to size in these unless you’re on the fence, in which case I’d size up.
Material: These are a 100% cotton, but they are not rigid in any way. They’re super soft and feel nice and broken in. Obviously they aren’t stretchy in any way, but with the extra room in the leg and the soft material they’re the kind of jeans that feel more like loungewear than denim.
Style: The Cheeky Straight Jean in Weathered Beach
Cost: $118
My Size: 26
What the Website Says:
- High-rise with a relaxed straight leg
- Rise: 11.25″, Leg opening: 17.5″ (size 28)
- Inseam: 29″
- Non-stretch
- 100% Organic Cotton
What I Say:
Fit: It’s about time Everlane released an update on their cheeky Jean! I used to live in their cheeky styles and while I still think they are a good classic, the straight leg fit is just a more modern fit for 2024. I was really happy to see them release these cheeky straight jeans… especially because they have all of the qualities that make the original cheeky jeans so great – the extra room in the seat and hips, the soft broken in feel, and the higher rise, but the straight fit is a great update. I also love that they shied away from a super cropped inseam, it’s not a true full length fit, but it’s also not super cropped either which I think was the right design choice in making these just as accessible as the original cheeky Jean while also keeping these a very current style. I’d stay true to size for a more fitted look like me or size up if you want a baggier fit.
Material: These feel just like the original cheeky jeans. They’re a bit more rigid than their other denim but the fabric is super soft and feels like the kind of broken in vintage denim you get at the thrift store. When you get the right size in these they’re the kind of jeans you want to live in and wear on repeat.
Style: Kick Bootcut Jean in Dark Indigo Blue
Cost: $128
My Size: 26
What the Website Says:
The Kick Bootcut Jean is a fresh play on an iconic ‘90s jean silhouette. Featuring a 10.5” mid-rise and 27” ankle-length inseam, it’s fitted through the seat and thigh, with the leg kicking out into a slight flare at the ankle. It’s made with our premium OCS-certified organic cotton and LENZING™ ECOVERO™ high-stretch denim blend to hug in all the right places with comfort and ease.
- Mid-rise with a kick-flare leg
- Rise: 10 1/2″ Leg opening: 17 1/2″ (size 28)
- Inseam: 27″
- Lots of stretch
What I Say:
- Fit: Just like the description says, these definitely do hug your curves as you can see in the pictures. Personally, I’m not a huge fan of the fit of these just based on my personal preferences, but I do have to say that if you like this style I think the fit is really, really good. They’re super comfortable and the stretch really does flatter. They are pretty cropped and they only come in one inseam so if your are a lot taller than me, you may find these to be a bit too cropped… but again that’s down to personal preference.
- Material: The material feels just like Everlane’s signature denim. Substantial with a medium weight to it and the stretch does not bag out or fall down on you. These are the stretchiest jeans from Everlane that I’ve tried in a while and the material bends and moves with you so there’s no awkward pinching or tugging. Overall these are a really good pair of jeans and they remind me of more classic Everlane styles… it’ll just come down to your preference on the style.
Style: The Way High Curve Jean in Ocean
Cost: $128
My Size: 26, 27” inseam
What the Website Says:
Update your denim lineup with the Way-High® Curve Jean. Featuring a high-waisted silhouette with a statement curve leg that hits at the ankle, it’s made with organic low-stretch cotton for that shaped effect.
- High-rise with a curved leg
- Front rise: 12″ (size 28)
- Leg opening: 18.25″ (size 28)
- Touch of stretch
- Intended to hit at the ankle
What I Say:
- Fit: I was really interested to try these jeans seeing as the whole horseshoe Jean trend is so big right now, and I’m just not impressed. Again, this is totally personal preference, but I just don’t like the fit on these. You’ll definitely want to size up in these. I got my normal size 26, but they are way too tight on me. I also think a longer inseam would have perhaps improved my feelings on them, but I wanted to show you how they’re intended to be worn. I also find the fit of the croch a bit off… even though there’s 12” inseam it feels like the you have a perpetual wedgie, and I don’t think a bigger size would have helped because the wedgie feeling feels like it’s coming from bad construction and seam placement.
- Material: these jeans do have a slight amount of stretch to them, but I actually count that as a mark against the jeans. In my opinion, styles like these look and feel so much better in a nice, soft 100% cotton. Because these have that universal to Everlane stretch denim feel they just feel heavy and awkward. Can you tell these were a miss for me? 😜 I think if this style really appeals to you, and you like stretch denim you may like these (sized up), but if you’re on the fence I’d skip ‘em.
:: Limited Edition Mini Reviews ::
just a quick note that lately there seem to be quite a lot of trend driven styles that Everlane is releasing that aren’t marketed as limited edition releases, but I can’t imagine will be on their website long term. In order to find a way to still include those styles in this review without crashing my website with a massively long blog post, I’m going to start doing mini reviews in this section, and saving the long form reviews for styles I believe are more timeless.
Style 1: The Carpenter Jean in Medium Blue, Size 26. price: $128
My thoughts: I actually thought I would hate these the most ha! But these are the one pair I’m keeping. The denim is super soft, they drape as if they are trousers, and they actually make me feel really chic. I’m really not into the whole cargo/carpenter jean trend, but these feel like a happy medium of not being so over the top, but at the same time definitely still falling into that trend. They have a loose fit which is the intention so I would still stick with your true size, but if you really want a more fitted look go down a size.
Style 2: The Gardener Crop Jean in Ecru, Size 26. Price: $138
My thoughts: I actually thought for sure these were going to stay home with me and that they’d be my favorite, and while I do really love the exaggerated wide leg fit, my issue with them is that the contrasting stitching is much more stark in real life than it is in the photos on line. It looks really subtle on their website, and even in my photos it looks more subtle than it really is. In person it’s a dark greenish brown color. Which is fine if you like that, but I just didn’t prefer the way that looked. For some reason it reminded me of the old JNCO jeans and I’m just not ready for a return to that ha! The material on these is really nice though… I’d say it’s a midweight denim so it keeps the shape of the wide leg really well. And these also run true to size so stick with the size you normally go with.
Style 3: The Utility Barrel Jean in Fog, Size 26, regular. Price: $118
My thoughts: as with most of Everlane’s pieces that stray from classic shapes and styles I’m just really not a fan of these. I find their desire to add in seems or cropped hems, or trouser pockets to all just be a bit much. I’m not necessarily a critic of a barrel Jean shape, although admittedly it’s not something I envision purchasing for myself anytime soon, but there’s just a LOT going on with these jeans. Maybe I’d like them better if they just had the seam without the trouser pocket or vice versa, but the combination of all of it is just a bit overwhelming to the senses. In terms of construction there’s nothing to complain about other than the fact the I do think the pockets stick out a tiny bit, but if you don’t agree with me on the design aspects, the fabric, stitching and overall quality is really good.
:: Slim/Straight ::
Style: Way High Slim Jean in Indigo Blue
Cost: $98
My Size: 26, 29” inseam
What the Website Says:
- Made from low-stretch regenerative cotton, The Way-High Slim Jean features our signature Way-High waist, with an updated slim, straight leg, and a longer, full-length inseam. If you love The Cheeky Jean but need a longer length, this denim’s for you.
- High rise with a slim leg.
- Low stretch.
Zipper fly. - Front rIse: 12″
- Leg opening: 14 1/2″
What I Say:
- Fit: Finally! I’m going to go out on a limb here and say this is the first pair of REALLY good, classic pair of jeans Everlane has made since the 90’s cheeky. They are just the perfect pair of truly straight (not tapered) pair of jeans and the comfort level is 100%. I actually find the fit to be much more comfy than the original way high jeans. I think they just seem to be a bit more figure hugging than figure forming if that makes sense. These actually feel like the perfect hybrid between the Madewell Perfect Vintage and the Perfect Vintage Straight Jeans.
- Material: the material on these feel a lot like the original cheeky jeans, which makes sense because they do have a bit of stretch in them. They still have a heavier weight to the. So they have that classic 90’s denim feel, but the comfort of stretch.
Style: The Original Cheeky Jean Classic Blue Raw Hem (wash sold out. linked similar)
Cost: $98
My Size: 26 ankle
What the website says:
- Straight fit. Cropped at the ankle. Sits at high waist. Rise: 11”. Inseam: 26.5”. Leg opening: 14” (size 28).Women at our office like to wear them two ways: one size down for a tighter fit in the seat, or in their true size for a more relaxed fit.
- 98% cotton, 2% elastane.
DESCRIPTION
Meet Cheeky—engineered for the perfect rear fit. This straight leg jean has a super-high rise and a raised back hook seam that lifts and tightens. Plus, they feature our Happy Pockets, which are set higher and closer together for a bouncy, lifted look.
What I say:
- Fit: LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these. I really couldn’t be happier with them. They are definitely my most modern pair of denim, but I love what they add to any outfit. I will say, the website says to size down for a tighter fit, but I got my true size and I feel like they would be really uncomfortable a size down. They probably would be a bit tighter in the rear, but I think the waist would be too tight because it’s such an extreme high rise. So for what it’s worth, I suggest just sticking with your true size. I find these to be super flattering in the rear and hips and it’s definitely because of the small details they mention in the description such as the raised back hook and the placement of the pockets. I really do think these would be flattering on pretty much every body type.
- Material: These are not 100% cotton, but they definitely feel like they are. I also haven’t noticed any bagging out or stretching out between washes. And again, they wash beautifully. Just a note that the lighter wash is actually a bit more rigid and stiff than the indigo wash. I find them both to still be comfortable, but if anyone is between sizes that may be a bit of an issue as the rigidness does cause the lighter wash to be a bit tighter.
Style: The 90’s Cheeky Straight Ankle Jean in washed black.
Cost: $110
My Size: 26 ankle
What the Website Says:
- Straight fit. Cropped at the ankle. Sits at high waist.
- Rise: 11”. Inseam: 28.5”. Leg opening: 14” (size 28).
- 100% cotton.
- Machine wash cold. Tumble dry low.
- Button fly
DESCRIPTION
Our favorite jean meets our favorite decade. Made from premium non-stretch Japanese denim for a vintage-inspired look, the ’90s Cheeky Straight Jean has an easy straight leg, an extra-high rise, and a butt-boosting rear fit.
What I say:
- Fit: OK. I’m a fan of these. They are the most similar to vintage denim of any of Everlane’s styles. They are a true rigid fit, and they nailed it with the washes (in my opinion). They are 100% cotton, but they feel so soft and they are BY FAR the most comfy pair of jeans I own. I went for the same size I’ve gotten in the other cheeky style 26, and they fit great. They do stretch a tiny bit over time so if they are a bit snug at first, that’s okay. The rise is high with a button fly and they hit at that just right spot on your waist. I now own these in 5 different washes and they are my most worn jeans by a long stretch. If I had to recommend one pair of Everlane denim it would be these. I’m not exaggerating when I say you NEED these in your life ha!
- Material: These are 100% cotton, and they definitely feel like they are in terms of weight, but they are very soft and comfortable to wear.
Style: The Way High Jean in Distressed Regular (gifted)
Cost: $118
My Size: 26
What the Website Says:
- Rise: 12 1/8”. Inseam: 27 1/2”. Leg opening: 16 1/2” (size 28).
- 98% Organic Cotton, 2% Elastane
- Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low.
- Raw hem
DESCRIPTION
Say goodbye to your belly button. Featuring our highest rise yet, the Way-High Jean accentuates your true waist, gives you legs for days, and holds you in—in the best way possible. Plus, it’s made of premium organic cotton with a touch of stretch, so sitting down isn’t a deal-breaker.
What I say:
- Fit: So when I heard Everlane was going to be releasing these jeans I was a little bit nervous about the rise seeing that I have such a short torso, but these actually really do work! They are definitely a very high rise, but they just sit so nicely at the waistline, and the stretch makes them very comfortable to wear so that I have had no problems at all. I kept my true Everlane size of 26 in these, and they fit perfectly. I just love the cut of these jeans… they are a wider straight leg, but they also aren’t a wide leg so they are easy to wear with boots now, and they will look great with sandals in warmer weather.
- Material: The material is on the thinner side, but it doesn’t feel cheap or overly stretchy. It still has the signature Everlane denim feel to it, but the weight makes them work for a variety of weather. I love that on this wash in particular there is a slight amount of distressing, but not enough for it to be a full on ripped jean look.
Style: The Rigid Way-High Jean in Vintage Light Wash Regular
Cost: $118
My Size: 26
What the website says:
- High-rise with a wide, straight leg.
- Slim fit through hips and thigh.
- Sits just above belly button.
- Rise: 12 1/2″.
- Leg opening: 16 1/2″ (Size 28)
- Regular Inseam: 27 1/2″ Long Inseam: 29 1/2″
- Rigid 13oz denim. No stretch
DESCRIPTION:
Featuring our signature highest rise, the Rigid Way-High Jean accentuates your true waist, gives you legs for days, and holds you in—in the best way possible. Plus, it’s made of premium organic cotton which gives it a heavier vintage feel that molds to your body over time.
What I say:
- Fit: even though the rise on these is just slightly higher than the rise of the original way high jean, these feel a lot higher. It does feel a bit overwhelming on my 5’5″ height, although looking at these photos I don’t mind the way they look… it just feels like a bit much if that makes sense? I think for anyone with a longer torso they would be perfect. I stuck to my normal 26 in these, and they fit perfectly. I do think these feel a lot more straight legged instead of wide legged like the original pair because the they don’t have as much movement to them due to the rigid cotton, but the fit is still really comfortable and they are easy to wear all day.
- Material: The material is definitely more rigid and not nearly as soft as the original version, but they still don’t feel hard or uncomfortable. They feel like a proper pair of 100% cotton midweight denim… which means they are a bit thicker than the original version and may not work on really hot days. I tried a couple of different washes and the light wash is by far my favorite in this style. If I had to pick between this pair or the original pair though I’d go with the original because you can’t beat the comfort of the stretch in the original version.
:: Flared/Wide Leg ::
Style: The Slouch Bootcut Jean in Stormy Ash
Cost: $41-55 on final sale
My Size: 26
What the Website Says:
- The Slouch Bootcut Jean combines a classic bootcut silhouette that kicks out a little at the ankle, a 31” full length inseam, with a slouchy, relaxed fit. Sitting as a mid-rise and fastening with a zipper fly, they’re made with our softest organic cotton and TENCEL™ with REFIBRA™ blend denim for a comfortable take on this iconic jean style.
- Front Rise: 10 1/8″
- Leg opening: 20 1/2″ (size 28)
What I Say:
Fit: Okay now we’re talking. I haven’t like a pair of Everlane jeans as much as these since they released their way high slim jeans, and that’s saying something because I wear those on heavy rotation. I’m not sure these will get as much frequent use because they are more of a specialty style, but these are the first pair of bootcut jeans I’ve tried that I actually like without feeling like I’ve returned to high school. The looser fit and the mid rise vs low rise is what makes all the difference. These jeans are just cool, but they also read polished enough that they are versatile enough to wear for a myriad of scenarios. With my short torso they hit right below my belly button so I’d imagine on a long torso they’d be a true mid rise. They don’t come in a tall inseam however, so that may be an issue if you are much taller then me, something to keep in mind.
Material: the material really is very soft, and I’d say these aren’t going to be a great pair of jeans for super cold weather as they are in the thinner side, but the softness makes them an extremely comfortable pair of jeans to wear.
Style: The Way High Sailor Jean in Sail Blue
Cost: $128
My Size: 26, 27.5″ inseam (2022 reviewed)
What the website says:
- High-rise with a wide leg.
- Slim fit through hips and thigh. Sits just above belly button.
- A little stretch
- If 5’6″ or shorter, we recommend taking a 27.5″ inseam for a floor-length slouchy look.
- If 5’7″ or taller, we recommend taking a 29.5″ inseam for a floor-length slouchy look.
Hey there, sailor. The Way-High® Sailor Jean features our signature Way-High® waist, a 29.5” inseam with an A-line, wide-leg silhouette in low stretch denim so you don’t have to worry about these pants losing their shape.
What I Say:
- Fit: First of all, I’m just under 5’5″ so I took the 27.5″ inseam and I can definitely tell you (and show you) that they are not floor skimming. I kind of wish actually that I would have gone with the longer inseam because I wanted them to be floor skimming. However, with that said, they are a really beautiful pair of wide leg jeans. The fit really reminds me of the older wide leg style that they used to sell, but I like that these are a lot more simple in the design. When it comes to denim, I want the cut to make the biggest statement. I don’t like gimmicky things like fake whiskering or seams down the front, etc… and I like that these jeans shine in their simplicity. And another small thing that I really LOVE is that they actually widen all the way to the bottom, which makes the side silhouette a lot more flattering.
- Material: They have a very similar feel to the original way high stretch jeans. It’s a thick denim that really sucks you in, but it’s still very comfortable and soft. I also like that, while they are stretchy, they don’t bag out at all. They stay nice and tight so they retain their shape even after hours of wear.
- Overall, I’m happy to have this new style added to my denim collection.
Style: The OG Baggy Jean in Ricky
Cost: $128
My Size: 25
What the website says:
- Intended to be a floor-length slouchy look.
- High-rise, Relaxed fit
- Inseam: 31″
- Rise: 12.5″
- Leg opening: 22.75″
Featuring our signature Way-High Waist and a wide leg opening for a looser fit, The Baggy Jean is made of 60% Organic Cotton and 40% TENCEL™ Lyocell with REFIBRA™ technology, so it uses less water and has reduced chemical usage in its production. The TENCEL™ Lyocell fiber is 100% bio-based and comes from upcycled cotton and FSC-certified, sustainably sourced wood pulp. Because of the innovative fabric blend, these jeans are extra soft to the touch, you’ll forget you’re wearing denim.
What I Say:
- Fit: Oh man you guys. I LOVE these jeans. These are my favorite jeans that Everlane has released since the 90’s cheeky jeans. The fit is so so good. They are really slouchy so they’re the kind of jeans that look great with a shirt untucked, but I wanted to show you them with a tucked top so you could see the waistline, but I actually really love how they look a bit more dressed up like I have them here. As you can see, they are really long, and after I took these photos I actually hemmed them to be more of a floor length fit on me (I’ll share a photo of the hemmed jeans after the material review) so do keep that in mind, but I think they look great with heels too. These jeans run big and they do stretch out a bit so if you want them to be a bit more fitted (and there’s lots of room in the hips and legs to do so) I would definitely size down, but I stuck with my true size because I wanted to really lean in to the slouchy fit.
- Material: The description says that they fabric blend makes them so soft to the touch that you’ll forget you’re wearing jeans, and… they’re not lying. These jeans are incredibly soft and comfortable to wear. I can’t even fully tell you how comfortable they are. I already know that these are going to b my go to jeans when I can’t deal with “real” pants because they genuinely do feel much more like a pair of soft sweatpants than they do denim. I’m sold… and hooked. If you’re someone who can’t handle regular denim and reach for leggings much more often: TRY these.
The hemmed jeans:
Okay then! Those are my thoughts. I hope you found this Everlane denim guide helpful! Let me know if I missed anything in the comments so I can add it into my reviews, and like I said above let me know if you’d like a review of any of these jeans in different rises/washes/inseams.
I think that’s it!
Until next time,
Karin
The striped shirt I am wearing is the modern breton tee from Everlane
You can find my other Everlane reviews here. I also have a Madewell Denim Guide here and a Levi’s Denim Guide here.
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