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Perfect looser jeans when you're short

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BeaRightThere · 12/05/2025 15:18

I want to try out some newer jeans styles (having been living in mom and straight leg for a while now). Can anyone recommend something a little looser than won't drown me? I'm 5"2 and size 10-12 depending on brand.

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xmasdealhunter · 12/05/2025 15:27

Fatface's ones are good. They have an S length which is petite. these are a little less baggy Ginger Denim Vintage Wide Leg Jeans | FatFace than these Arie Ink Wide Leg Jeans | FatFace

slowraindrop · 12/05/2025 19:18

The River Island relaxed straight fit ones are good - I’d say they’re wide legged without being flappy.

WashableVelvet · 12/05/2025 19:19

Same size as you. I like the whistles barrel leg jeans.

Fleur405 · 12/05/2025 19:20

Also on the short side. I just got a pair of wide leg jeans in extra short size from Abercrombie and Fitch. They are super comfy and come in lots of waist/leg sizes.

BeaRightThere · 12/05/2025 22:12

Lots of great suggestions here, thanks all! Always find it hard to get good jeans

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Peaceandquietandacuppa · 12/05/2025 22:15

I’m 5ft 1 and got a 12 but def could have got a 10.

HEC2746 · 12/05/2025 22:16

Another vote for River Island short sizes. I have a pair of their wide legs which are the only make which suit me at the same height. I also like loose cut Primark jeans rolled up a bit.

TheOGCCL · 12/05/2025 23:20

I got these in extra short

https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/uk/p/low-rise-baggy-jean-58398345-1005?faceout=model&seq=26&pagefm=navigation-grid&prodvm=navigation-grid

I also got some River Island bootcuts in short but am still having to get them shortened.

BeaRightThere · 13/05/2025 13:25

TheOGCCL · 12/05/2025 23:20

I got these in extra short

https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/uk/p/low-rise-baggy-jean-58398345-1005?faceout=model&seq=26&pagefm=navigation-grid&prodvm=navigation-grid

I also got some River Island bootcuts in short but am still having to get them shortened.

How short do you find the extra short?

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TheOGCCL · 13/05/2025 13:28

@BeaRightThere They have the inseam measurements listed and I'd say they were pretty accurate. I have about a 27 inch seam leg and because they are baggy and sit quite low, extra short works for me. I always love it when I find jeans off the shelf at the right length.

But obviously very long jeans and 'puddling' is fashionable at the moment so they aren't like that on me. My tailor and I had a very long conversation about how short to take my bootcuts!

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