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Size 8 and size 8 - help!

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AnnaQuayRules · 28/04/2026 22:08

I love skinny jeans. I know they aren't in fashion at the moment but I don't care. They are my "go to" item of clothing.

I've lost some weight and am now a size 8. However, my feet are size 8. Size 8 jeans seem too tight/narrow to easily get on over my feet.

Can anyone recommend a brand of jeans that are skinnier than straight/slim cut but maybe slightly wider than traditional skinnies. I've invested in a pair of NYDJ which are fantastic but I can't afford a second pair!

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AnnaQuayRules · 29/04/2026 15:25

No one? I can't be the only wearer if skinny jeans who has clodhoppers for feet!

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Somethingsnapped · 29/04/2026 17:02

Hello! I'm afraid I can't be a great deal of help, being a lover/wearer of wide legged jeans, but your posts made me laugh, so thought I'd bump for you! I do sometimes see skinny jeans with a little zip at the ankle though, so could this be something you search for?

ISeeTrees · 29/04/2026 17:06

I also have size 8 feet and go for skinnies with a bit of stretch. Some are almost impossible to get over my feet (deep arches as well!) but I picked up a pair in Matalan of all places and they fit perfectly, with enough stretch that I can get them on easily.

metalmutha · 29/04/2026 18:02

I have this issue sometimes and just cut the bottom hemmed bit off and then add a tiny turn up. Not ideal but it works

AnnaQuayRules · 30/04/2026 08:43

Thanks everyone. The idea of looking for ones with a zip is a good idea.

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HungryHerring · 30/04/2026 09:56

I don't think the length of your feet can be an issue, as you point your toes surely?! But as a pp said, the high arches or depth of your feet could be the problem.

Try:
Extra stretch
Split at ankles
7/8 length (will be slightly wider at hemline as they're designed to stop on a chunkier bit of leg than your ankle)

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