Get To Know: The Favorite Boyfriend Jean

Whether you call them your “fave,” “fav,” or “favorite,” we can all agree: these Favorite Boyfriend Jeans are truly the best. Read on to find out why this low-rise, wide-leg fit is an instant classic, and what to wear with them.

A Borrowed-from-the-Boys Fit

The Favorite Boyfriend Jean was inspired by and takes a few elements from (you guessed it) your boyfriend’s jeans to deliver a laid-back, throwback fit that looks GOOD on you, too. With a relaxed thigh, low 9.25” rise, and 20” leg opening, these jeans give off goes-with-the-flow vibes with no shortage of style.

SooOOOooo Many Options

Another good thing about jeans with a “borrowed from your BF” feel is they look and feel great in tons of washes and fabrics. Try Favorite Boyfriend Jeans in ultra-light and super-dark washes, and in stretch denims including Super Stretch (juuust the right amount of stretch) and Ne(x)t Level Stretch (our softest, stretchiest, never-loses-its-shape denim).

How to Wear Them

Not sure what to wear with low-rise jeans? We’ve got good news – the low-rise fit looks good with everything from oversized sweaters to cropped polos.

Wear light-wash Favorite Boyfriend Jeans with a striped polo shirt and sneakers for a preppy spin, or mix masculine and feminine by wearing them with a pretty, lacy top.

Not sure the OG Favorite Boyfriend Jean is for you? Try ‘90s Boyfriend Jeans for a higher rise, slightly tapered leg, and even more old-school vibes, or go for a wider, cropped flare with super high-waisted ‘90s Flares.

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