Good high-street jeans are hard to find. Trust me—I’ve tried a lot of them. I’m what you would call a jeans person, and I daren’t even admit to you how many I’ve accumulated over the years in my search for the perfect pair. In my opinion, you just can’t beat an outfit that consists of a crisp white shirt or T-shirt and a pair of classic jeans. It’s a timeless, versatile combination that, if you get just right, you can build upon over the years with other items from your closet, depending on the look you want to achieve.
My collection does include some investment designer styles that I swear by—Re/Done’s Stove Pipe and Agolde’s popular Pinch Waist, for example. But I take particular pleasure in the challenge of finding really good jeans on the high street. I have soft spots for M&S’s comfortable styles and Weekday’s high-quality stiff denim, but H&M is one brand that I know will always come through. With a new season underway, I headed out to try on the brand's latest best sellers, and I came away seriously impressed.
Honestly, I was blown away by the variety of on-trend cuts that ticked every box from skinny to wide-leg, as well as the fits. Most pairs ran exactly true to size (if they didn’t, I’ve made a note below), with just enough stretch in them to flatter in all the right places. For reference, I tend to wear a size 10 and am 5'2".
So if you’ve been searching for a great pair of classic jeans to bolster your collection, keep scrolling to see the six H&M jeans I really rate, and shop them below.
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1. Wide High Jeans
Style Notes: I have to say I fell hard for these jeans, and it’s no surprise they’re one of H&M’s best-selling styles right now. I’ve been searching for the perfect wide-leg, full-length jeans for a while, and I think I’ve finally found them. I rarely wear lighter washes in jeans, but this pair has completely changed my mind. Once again, this pair fit perfectly, so take your regular size.
Fit: Wide
Rise: High
Sizing: True to size
Colourways: 14
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I rarely wear light blue jeans, but this pair has convinced me to give it a go.
Wide jeans are a modern staple.
If you're looking to freshen up your wardrobe for spring, look to crisp white shades.
2. Slim Straight High Ankle Jeans
Style Notes: If you’re a skinny-jean fan looking for an update, I’d suggest the slim high-waist pair, which is a super-flattering, figure-hugging style that still has a slightly looser ankle for wearing over ankle boots, flats and loafers for spring. Here I took my regular size, and they fit like a dream. There's a slight stretch too for added comfort.
Fit: Slim
Rise: High
Sizing: True to size
Colourways: 8
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The length was just right for me.
Ending at the ankle, this pair will look great with sandals, trainers and boots alike.
Such a classic addition to any wardrobe.
3. Barrel High Jeans
Style Notes: Barrel silhouettes have been a main player since the start of the year, and it looks like their popularity is only rising. From tailoring to jeans, the cut is striking, and H&M leans into the boldness of the silhouette. I took my regular size here, and they were slightly looser. You could size down or embrace the added comfort.
Fit: Barrel
Rise: High
Sizing: Slightly large
Colourways: 17
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This may be my new favourite cut.
Comfortable and cool.
I'm always drawn back to deep blue shades.
4. Slim Mom High Ankle Jeans
Style Notes: Unlike standard mom jeans, which can often be unflattering and baggy in the wrong places, this slimmer design is really impressive as an easy, everyday style. They fit true to size (I took my regular size 10) and are surprisingly comfortable.
Fit: Mom
Rise: High
Sizing: True to size
Colourways: 10
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I plan on recreating this double denim look immediately.
The mom fit has a little extra room around the hips.
This whole look is incredibly chic.
5. Wide Jeans
Style Notes: With the success of the Wide High Jeans, this pair mimics the sleek long length and wide leg silhouette, this time with a mid-rise waistline. Personally, I preferred the rise of this pair but I'm still a fan of the high option too. Here I took my regular size (10) and they fit like a dream. This pair has a button closure instead of a zip.
Fit: Wide
Rise: Mid
Sizing: True to size
Colourways: 15
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The denim itself feels so nice you'd never know these were under £30.
Grey jeans are set for a comeback this year.
The slouchy shape is just so good.
6. Flared Low Jeans
Style Notes: Flared jeans have been on the rise recently and pairing the cut with a low waist makes for an incredibly cool pair of jeans. I was surprised at how much I liked these jeans, having not embraced the cut in such a long time. This was the only pair that fit a little snug, so I'd recommend sizing up for a perfect fit.
Fit: Flare
Rise: Low
Sizing: Small, size up
Colourways: 12
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I'm so surprised at how much I liked these.
Wear with everything from tailored shirts to boho blouses.
I'd go full monochromatic with black accessories and an oversized black blazer.
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