'Tis the season. Temperatures are cooling down, signaling for us to replace summer's shorts and dresses with the most timeless piece in our closets: jeans.
If you've been living in sweatsuits, leggings and anything else with an elastic waistband for the past few years, those jeans of yore just might not cut it anymore. And stiff denim is the last thing we want to put on at the end of the day, which is where Shop TODAY's list comes in.
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How we chose the best slimming jeans
To help you find the perfect pair for you and your body type, the Shop TODAY team scoured Amazon to find the best-reviewed slimming and shaping jeans that, according to verified Amazon reviewers and our own experience and expertise, don't disappoint when it comes to the comfort and movability department.
We kept several things in mind during our research. Not only should your denim be comfortable and breathable, but it should also complement your body type and shape. We also made sure to look through a variety of jean types, from those with a little bit of give to pairs that deliver with an elastic waistband to Gen Z-approved straight-leg styles.
Full disclosure: Yes, we did include jeggings among our list of stretchy jeans — but luckily, some of these bottoms are so stylish that no one will be able to tell.
Our list of the best 15 best body-shaping jeans is so comfy, you'll want to wear them every day.
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Best comfy and slimming jeans, according to Amazon shoppers
Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda Classic Tapered Jean
With over 53,000 verified five-star ratings, these tapered bottoms are the fifth bestselling jean on Amazon. They come in dozens of colors ranging from a classic black to a bright red, and reviewers love the fit and quality.
Democracy Ab Solution Jegging
These pants are made from a blend of cotton, polyester and other stretchy materials that smooth and shape your body. Despite being labeled as jeggings, they feature a zipper closure for an authentic look in 47 different washes.
Wrangler Women's High Rise Bold Boot Jean
The fit, material and just-right bootcut shape have landed these jeans over 1,700 glowing reviews. The best part: "these jeans have front and back pockets that are genuinely usable," raved one verified reviewer. "The high-rise waist hugs [and] flatters my natural waistline, and the front pockets are a generously sized," said another.
Angels Forever Young 360 Mid-Rise Skinny
For a pick that feels like soft jeggings on the inside but high-quality denim on the outside, Amazon shoppers pointed to this mid-rise skinny jean by Angels Forever Young. Available in both standard and plus sizing, the brand says these are designed to both accommodate your curves and offer just the right amount of tummy control.
"Angels jeans are by far the best fitting jeans I have ever owned," raved one verified shopper. "They stretch but retain their shape, and do not stretch until they are too big."
Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. Gold Label Totally Shaping Pull-on Skinny Jeans
Jeans with an elastic waistband are simply revolutionary. One Shop TODAY writer loves that these bestselling pull-on jeans are not only comfortable, but they also look like the real thing too. They've amassed more than 48,000 verified five-star reviews from Amazon shoppers that love the tummy-control features and different color options.
WallFlower Instastretch Bootcut Jeans
If you prefer a mid-rise fit, these bootcut jeans are worth considering. Over 33,000 verified shoppers have given them a five-star rating, including one reviewer that called them the "best jeans ever." "These fit like a dream and are extremely comfortable," they wrote. "They have stretch in all the right places and are super flattering. I'm fixing to order 3 more pairs."
No Nonsense Classic Denim Jean Leggings
You can wear these jeggings with everything from flats to boots. One reviewer even said that they look so much like real jeans that they can even wear them to work. They also come in a range of colors, including black, white and a light wash. The elastic waistband just seals the deal.
Levi's 720 High-Rise Super-Skinny Jeans
Who can resist a good pair of Levi's? You can find over a dozen figure-flattering styles in standard and plus sizes. The 720 pair has received over 10,000 verified five-star ratings from shoppers that are raving over how supportive yet comfortable and stretchy they are.
Lee Instantly Slims Monroe Straight-Leg Jean
These straight-leg jeans check all of the boxes: They're high-waisted, slimming and they feature real pockets. Their stretchy fabric makes for a flattering silhouette, which must be why more than 13,000 verified reviewers gave them a five-star rating.
Levi's 311 Shaping Skinny Jeans
These mid-rise jeans sit right at the waist for a style you can actually breathe in. Reviewers — more than 12,000 of them — are saying that they have a "great fit" and that they "fit like a glove."
Lee Relaxed Fit Straight-Leg Jean
These classic jeans hug your curves in all the right places. They have a mid-rise fit and come in a variety of colors and sizes that are sure to please. "Lee Jeans made these as if they were custom tailored just for me," wrote one of the more than 12,000 verified five-star reviewers. "An inspiration in comfort, fit, flex, and... dang, I look good in front of the mirror wearing these jeans!"
Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. Gold Label Totally Shaping Bootcut Jeans
Unlike the bestselling skinny style, these bootcut jeans feature a normal waistband but still boast a stretchy fit. Thanks to the mid-rise design and tummy-control panel, you don't have to sacrifice comfort for style with this pair.
Lee Sculpting Slim Fit Skinny-Leg Jean
Don't you just love the sound of a 'sculpting' jean? One verified five-star reviewer called them the "most figure-flattering jeans I've ever owned," calling them out for their smart cut (no sagging) and comfortable feel.
Lee Secretly Shapes Regular Fit Straight-Leg Jean
"Been looking for a pair of jeans that fit well, and these fit the bill," wrote one verified reviewer that gave these pants a five-star rating. They come in three different washes and feature a tummy-control panel that feels and looks slimming.
Riders by Lee Indigo Pull-On Waist-Smoother Bootcut Jean
These jeans only come in three simple colors, but that's all you'll need. They have a mid-rise fit and classic bootcut opening that you can wear with almost any shoe.
