https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:24:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462770 Wed, 25 Mar 2015 03:19:43 +0000 Sal 1462770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think jeans have to be tried on...so hard to tell otherwise. &nbsp;I know I can go into stores and try on 10 pairs of which 8 are awful, 1 acceptable and 1 is great. &nbsp;So when it comes to online shopping it is a real challenge. &nbsp;</p> <p>I suspect you are an easier fit than I am Viva, and if you know the brand and how they fit it gives you a head start. &nbsp;Based on the two images above I like the JCrew ones by a long way, I'm inclined to say hold out for the ones that you love.....I think making do leads to regret. &nbsp;If the sale never eventuates maybe they were not meant to be?</p> <p>I do like the image LisaP pinned - I am very drawn to the Swedish sandals and this type of top. &nbsp;But on me I suspect it would look better with either longer hems or a narrower cuff. &nbsp;But I am quite hourglassy with chunky/muscular legs- and possibly place figure flattery over fashion so take what you want from that.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462758 Wed, 25 Mar 2015 02:42:29 +0000 Jaime 1462758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually like the idea of the Zara ones, but am wary of their jeans in general. I also like the wide ones that Lisap and Anna point to. I do feel for Angie, I suspect she is chomping at the bit to comment more on this topic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462678 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 23:13:09 +0000 karymk 1462678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Viv, not stumpifying! I love the crop flare from JCrew. &nbsp;I love the high waisted ankle crop skinny from them too, the non-expensive one.&nbsp;</p> <p>And I love my Uniqlos! They are so soft. They run large, order down. Ie in JCrew I am a 26 but in Uniqlo a 24 or 23.</p> <p>My faves of the above are of course the expensive ones, but trying Zara is sure worth a try. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462677 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 23:09:35 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1462677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Viva, I haven't seen the cropped flares you're replacing. Are they more of a tapered leg with a wide flare at the bottom, or more of a relaxed leg with a flare? Do you want to find jeans that are like them, or are you wanting something a little different? <br />Some thoughts. . .<br />If you're going for the JCrew straight legs, could you find a pair that are longer (at a lower price) and cut them off? <br />I'm not crazy about the Zara style, at least not after seeing the link from Lisap! I love those cropped wide-legs, and I also really like the stitching and zipper details. The point formed by the stitching does perhaps look rather suggestive, and it's the kind of thing I usually wouldn't go for, so I don't know why this pair really appeals to me. <br />Of the ones that Anna linked, I like the wider legs better than the Free People cropped flares. I think the wider legs look a little more like culottes, and they seem more flattering, to my eye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462669 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 22:53:13 +0000 unfrumped 1462669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I understand trendiness, but this cropped flare look is tough to get my head around. I keep wondering what is the point-- other than, of course, fashion doesn't have to <u>have</u> a point !--compared to being able to see benefits of tapered crops (forgiving of footwear, showcasing footwear), or longer flares.<br />So I'm&nbsp; not very motivated to try it, whereas there are still advantages to perhaps finding the perfect ankle pant or cropped pant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462605 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 20:48:54 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1462605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope that those of you that end up with cropped flares post some pictures of you wearing them in outfits - I'm intrigued by this length but am hesitant that I could pull it off (thus my query about current pant lengths this weekend). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462604 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 20:44:28 +0000 approprio 1462604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm hemming a pair of high waisted wide legged jeans for the summer and&nbsp;I've tried them at a few different lengths. The more I look at them just above the ankle the more I like them. It feels very fresh, like something I haven't tried before, quite cool with flats as well.&nbsp;I don't feel&nbsp;the need for a new pair of shoes. Yet.</p> <p>If you go for the Zara jeans I'm with you. I think this might catch on.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462459 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 16:28:04 +0000 kkards 1462459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>hmmm, i'm was also looking at the zara pair, and honesty part of the reason why was because of the ligther weight denim, which would make them wearable in the summer months. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462454 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 16:23:47 +0000 annagybe 1462454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the J Crew Point Sur ones pinned and on YLF Collect. I adore them.&nbsp;<br />What I really, really wanted were these H&amp;M's, but they're long sold out.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://kingdomofstyle.typepad.co.uk/my_weblog/2015/03/saturday-stroll.html">http://kingdomofstyle.typepad......troll.html</a></p> <p>Variations on these were all over recent street style pics from fashion month.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/371758144216814996/">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/371758144216814996/</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://eatsleepdenim.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/AKS15011.jpg">http://eatsleepdenim.com/blog/.....S15011.jpg</a> </p> <p></p> <p>ETA the Alexa Chun for AG Jeans, they look cropped and awesome on her and all the model pics. I tried them on at Anthropologie, they have a 29" inseam, so they just looked like too short boot cuts rather than true crops and I'm over 5'7".</p> <p>another option</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.freepeople.com/summer-of-love-crop-flare/_/searchString/citizens%20of%20humanity/CMCATEGORYID/683d4023-53f5-4900-b5ce-ecf465df31a9/">http://www.freepeople.com/summ.....y/CMCATEGO</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462449 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 16:12:40 +0000 Karie 1462449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in to say I like the J.Crew's better because the flare is not as big as the Zara's. I definitely prefer them better with heels. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462444 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 16:03:38 +0000 abc 1462444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jcrew ones by a mile. &nbsp;What Diana said. &nbsp;I can easily be lured by lower prices like you, but as someone already mentioned, they are two different beasts (the JCrew and Zara pants). &nbsp;And lisap is so smart mentioning the fabric weight. &nbsp;Just overall I heart the JCrews by a mile. &nbsp;Sorry! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462424 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 15:02:23 +0000 Gail 1462424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel as though I cannot compare them as they are such different looks. I like them both but am not adventurous enough to try the cropped flare look just yet:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462422 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 15:01:48 +0000 Diana 1462422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, I have to admit I have poison eye for high-waisted, cropped flares. (So many things I avoid all in one package) so this may be coloring my judgment a bit. Anyway I prefer the j crews. Admittedly part of it is because they are not flared, but it's also the wash. It looks a lot more chic to me whereas the Zara ones look kinda dull and remind me of farmer or mom jeans. I feel like to pull off this silhouette successfully it has to look super intentional and chic, KWIM? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462418 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 14:58:52 +0000 viva 1462418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are all so wise. Definitely avoiding the Zaras. I can be so lured in by the potential cost savings.</p> <p><b>Lisap:</b> You are right on target with the flimsiness of the Zaras. And I adore the look you pinned. I love those jeans (except for the unfortunate stitching in the front which to me mimics a panty-line) and the shoes with them. The firm crispness of the denim with the substantial shoe. FAB.</p> <p><b>Angie: </b>I love the decisive tone of your response. Thank you.</p> <p><b>AM: </b>Thanks<b> </b>for making me feel better about being attracted to the Zara jeans to begin with. :)</p> <p><b>Sadie:</b> Yes. Let's both avoid that this summer. (Although summer is when I make most of my public mistakes. The heat, you know?)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462417 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 14:57:34 +0000 Marilyn 1462417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The JC ones look super cute.<br />I have a pair of red cropped jeans with a flare at the bottom.&nbsp; Slimmer than the Zara ones you posted.&nbsp; I'm 5' and a bit of a heel is a must with them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462400 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 14:35:31 +0000 AM 1462400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Difficult but I prefer the J Crew jeans but not by much. Both are great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462395 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 14:25:23 +0000 Anonymous 1462395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's an interesting picture - I quite like these Swedish Hasbeen -type clogs with a wider leg jean. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462390 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 14:13:45 +0000 Angie 1462390@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The styles from J.Crew and Zara are not similar. The legs are much more tapered on the J.Crew. I vote those.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462379 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 13:48:40 +0000 Sadie 1462379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is the very very scary look I am trying to avoid. I remember being comfortable (it was hot out) but oh heavens, WWIT? (What Was I Thinking) :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462376 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 13:45:24 +0000 Anonymous 1462376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is tough one indeed. &nbsp;I like the idea of cropped flares on you, and have seen you in a pair from last summer/fall (I think?) and you absolutely suit the look and wear it well. &nbsp;Howwwwwever....the Zara ones look a bit thin and floppy (if that makes any sense) and could look a little baggy or frumpy after one wear. Just has that look. &nbsp;I love the J Crew pair - but they aren't flares. &nbsp;I think cropped flares need to be fairly substantial in weight so they retain their crispness and "perkiness", which is where they look so good. &nbsp;No harm in trying the Zara's, but they aren't jumping off the screen at me. &nbsp;The best ones are the AG whatevertheyare that Alexa Chung wears in the new ads...but of course they are also stupid expensive. &nbsp;I'd hold &nbsp;out for awhile, or wait for the JCrews to go on sale. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462364 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 13:08:34 +0000 viva 1462364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you, Sadie. I think the straight leg crops, like the JCrew, can work with flats or low-heeled sandals, which to me makes them more versatile. (I have ordered both of the Finds below.) I'm 5'5'' so I have a bit more leg than you, but even still, I think straight crops and flats can channel Audrey Hepburn. </p> <p>But I'm a bit afraid of the Zara flared crops -- I don't know what kind of footwear to do there, and I am not crazy about how they look in the Zara image. </p> <p>I have flared crops now and they work with booties, both flat and heeled. But when you introduce bare ankles, I think flats with them make the legs go very stumpy.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462360 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 12:55:06 +0000 Sadie 1462360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got rid of my cropped pants because I could never figure out which shoes to wear with them that did not look "stumpefying". (I'm short at 5'2"). What shoes would you wear with 2 and 3 (I am asking seriously as crops work for the spings-summers-falls where I live). Heels look great but are not practical for any activity but "out-on-the-town".&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jcrew-vs-zara-denim-smackdown#post-1462347 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 12:23:10 +0000 viva 1462347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>I recently got rid of half of my denim collection, </b>keeping only the pairs that I am wearing or expect to wear when the weather warms up, and only those that fit well -- mostly bootcuts, flares, and BFs. I did keep one pair of skinnies just for fun, even though I am not reaching for them right now.</p> <p><b>The denim hole is cropped -- which I expect to wear a lot of in the spring and summer. Also, I don't have any high-waisted denim. </b>(I have one pair of cropped flares but they are too big so will need to be replaced.) </p> <p><b>I recently ordered the slim ankle jeans from Uniqlo below. </b></p> <p>I have been thinking about the high-waisted straights from JCrew below (pricey!). But then I saw very similar high-waisted jeans from Zara at 1/3 the price, and flared. </p> <p><b>I am considering abandoning the JCrews and try the Zaras as a replacement for my current cropped flares. Do you like these?</b> <b>Or are they too stumpifying?</b> </p>