Thank you so much for this article Angie, this is incredibly useful information for me.

My cropped skinnies from last winter whose only purpose was to be tucked into boots are two sizes too big now, and I was just trying to figure out how to deal with that – altering, dryer shrinking etc. At this price, I might just try out these leggings instead.

Yes. I love these for weekend wear. I think pants-looking leggings are the best. I like a black one from Joe’s jeans. They look like skinny pants in black with an added texture. You often post whatever is on my mind Angie!

Oh, how I wish I had slender calves! It’s a fabulous look, but leggings work better for me.

That’s a good idea, Tanya. There are expensive premium versions available in stellar quality, but these will work for a season too – especially if you have the waist adjusted.

Wendy, you should try them. They work or 16 to 17 inch calves too.

Timely topic, Angie! Like Tanya, I am stuck with skinny jeans that have become baggy jeans, so I am torn between jeans and leggings. I am definitely going to try these on next time I go shopping. It does seem to make boot tucking problems go away.

I’ve been using my black ponte pants as my boot-tucking pants for all the reasons you describe above. Regular jeans are just too fussy for me to tuck. These denim leggings would really fit into my tunic/legging/boot outfits that I’ve been wearing lately.

I’m a little shy of these, but have to admit that avoiding the inevitable ankle-bunching would be grand …

There are lots of these available in the UK as well, is there a particular fabrication ratio we should be looking out for Angie to avoid bagging? These are easily within reach of my monthly budget so this is one trend that will not pass me by!

Hmm, now that I mention that Angie, I might try saving up for a premium pair. I do want them to last longer than a season, I have basically lived in those R&S ones that are too big last winter and I have promised myself not to get any non-premium jeans anymore after all the issues I have had with them. I have kept that promise for a about two years , so I shouldn’t break it now.

I have read about “jeggings” (jean leggings) but have never seen them in person.

I tried on a pair of snug capri jeans in my boots and even those were hard to keep in place. Way back when I wore pants tucked in cowboy boots, we had some sort of elastic band with clips on each end – they clipped to the bottom of your pants and the elastic band went under your foot – kept everything in place.

These jean leggings will certainly fit the bill and they look very comfortable.

Thanks Angie!

Susan D

FYI, These are available in plus sizes as well. I have seen them at Torrid, Macy’s, and Faith 21. I’ve been weary of them, but may try some on solely for the purpose of tucking.

My skinnies fit similarly at the leg opening to these but I have been finding them uncomfortable lately due to all the weight I gained. I’m going to try water stretching them and relaxing them a bit but if that doesn’t help I may try denim leggings. I’m sort of lukewarm on them for now since they don’t seem like they’ll be thick enough for a cold winter and finding the right rise is going to be as annoying as always. Hoping the water stretching works so I don’t have to deal with it!

I have a pair of Rich&Skinny that would qualify.

Now ,if I could just find a pair of boots that would fit my calf to tuck these into”)

I was wondering what your take on denim leggins are! I picked up a pair at H&M recently (tip for the budget-minded: they are under $20) but am still not sure whether I’ll keep them. I like the comfort level, but somehow I still feel more stylish in “real” skinny jeans. While I’d only wear the leggings with dresses or tunics, I still worry about exposure of the waistband area, which is just so ugly on those leggings, and real jeans are just more flattering there. I realize it’s silly since noone will see that area, but somehow it impacts how I feel in them.

They look nice in these photos. Do they look like real denim in real life?

I think I’m haunted by my “denim-like” stretch maternity pants.

I wonder if you’d do a post on how to balance a tucked in boot-jean look for the bottom heavy figure.

I have yet to find this kind of skinny jeans/leggings in my country. I am in need of several pairs.

-meream

Yeah, don’t see myself doing this!

What I’m not sure about is why all the attention to detailing back and front pockets, a front closure, etc. if they’re intended to be covered up? I think the fact that they are so detailed might send some people the wrong message on how these should be worn.

Antje and Laura, I know exactly what you mean. However, these particular denim leggings look a lot like jeans – not leggings (even though they feel like leggings). That’s why the pocket detailing is important. It offers more structure that way. I don’t think you could “pull on“ pants made of this type of fabric if the waist band was made of elastic. You need the fly front and button closure. But I have seen the style of “jeggings” you’re speaking of and those don’t get my vote precisely because of the reasons you have mentioned.

Mamark, they look like real denim irl. All you need is boots with chunky heels and a longer tunic top to wear this look with a bottom heavy figure.

Tanya, the premium versions are well worth a look.

R&J, try and keep the lycra content below 4%.

Now that I have a few longer length tops in my closet, these might the leggings/jeans for me. It would be great to have a pair of pants that don’t bunch up around my ankle when I put on boots. Can’t wait to try them on!!

i love how jeans have gotten stretchier and tighter to the point of evolving into leggings! i like the look so long as bottoms are kept covered

I’m really intrigued although feel don’t know how to shop for junior sizes. Can you help?

Skinnies are unflattering on me, so this is not my cup of tea, but I think these are very convincing-looking as jeans. If I saw these on the street I would never think that the person was wearing leggings.

I read this post and these seemed like the answer to my comfort and sleekness prayers as an alternative to regular leggings and especially for regular jeans tucked into boots.

I found some in the junior department at TJ Maxx for just $12.99 a pair (same look and same fabric content as the pair featured in the Nordstroms photo). I bought 2 pairs. I am very excited! They look absolutely great worn as Angie suggested and are very, very comfortable. They really do look like I am wearing skinny jeans, but no boot-bunching and oh-so comfy. I am a happy girl.

Great idea, and great addition to my casual wear.

I have been looking for skinny jeans for a while, and I ordered these as soon as I got the post.

I just got these in the mail today and they are fabulous!!! Minor complaint is that they are a little too loose in the top, but that does not matter because the top will most likely be covered and I have an invisibelt to keep it in place. It fits my legs wonderfully AND it looks magnificent streamlined when tucked into boots. AND BONUS – they fit me at mid-rise, which means no muffin top!HUZZAH! The long search is over!

Thanks Angie!

I just picked up a pair today and these are absolutely fabulous! They are so comfortable and look just like skinnys. Great price too!

Thanks a ton Angie for finding such a great buy!