https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:19:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1102606 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 04:03:38 +0000 Catnip 1102606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hum...&nbsp; I could not live without jeans.&nbsp; Currently I have:</p> <p>4 pairs of Lauren Ralph Lauren straight leg corduroy jeans (2 black, 2 navy) - for anything dressier than lounging or local errands during the winter when it's really cold<br />2 pairs of Chico's medium blue boyfriend jeans - around the house and local errands... the ones I reach for first thing in the morning<br />2 pairs of straight leg Chico's jeans (1 black and one navy) - looking to replace these before spring, hopefully with better quality<br />2 pairs of white Kut form the Kloth jeans - for summer.&nbsp; My all-time favorites!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1102471 Sun, 01 Dec 2013 23:53:54 +0000 Mander 1102471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And as a result of this thread, I went shopping last week with my birthday money, and tried on many pairs of jeans.&nbsp; I did buy one pair but after wearing them around the house today for a while I think that I am going to take them back and get the ones I tried on in another store.&nbsp; </p> <p>The ones in my normal size were just far too big, so I bought a size smaller, but they didn't stretch out like I was expecting and were just a smidge too tight in the waist.&nbsp; The annoying thing is that this pair is much nicer quality denim than the ones at the other store, but the fit was better in the other pair.&nbsp; Sigh.&nbsp; I wish manufacturers would stop using that crappy thin denim. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1102326 Sun, 01 Dec 2013 20:57:29 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1102326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After our helpful discussion here, I've pulled out a few of my snugger straight-leg jeans and put them away for the spring. This leaves me with about 10 jeans, which fills my jean drawer about three-quarters full when they're all clean, perfect for rummaging and it lowers my anxiety about too much stuff. I'm assuming I'll swap the straight-legs for some of the bootcuts once it gets warmer and I stop wearing boots so much of the time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1098658 Tue, 26 Nov 2013 18:19:41 +0000 Anonymous 1098658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Let's see...</p> <p>Straight-legged denim jeans include:<br />2 brown print<br />3 dark blue<br />2 medium gray<br />1 black</p> <p>Straight-legged cotton sateen pants, styled like jeans, include:<br />2 khaki<br />1 dark brown</p> <p>Mini bootcut jeans include:<br />1 dark forest green</p> <p>Bootcut&nbsp;jeans include:<br />1 dark gray<br />2 blue<br />1 dark brown</p> <p>The bootcut jeans only get worn on the weekends because they're not long enough to wear with the&nbsp;higher-heeled boots and shoes&nbsp;I wear to work.</p> <p>I used to not wear nearly so many jeans, but I work in a cold office where the attire is casual, so I've accumulated more. I just make sure to wear dressier tops, accessories and shoes/boots so that my overall look is still business-like and professional.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1098630 Tue, 26 Nov 2013 18:00:17 +0000 modgrl 1098630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have 13 pairs. Five of them are in regular rotation and get worn at least once a week each. Eight of them are colored, Long and Lean or white jeans that aren't getting as much love right now due to the season. I may need to purge my purple and red pairs. I haven't worn them in over a year. I'm also thinking about duplicating one&nbsp;pair of&nbsp;medium wash skinnies&nbsp;and upgrading my black pair because the old ones are getting worn. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1098618 Tue, 26 Nov 2013 17:44:09 +0000 Von 1098618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Years ago, I once had over 20 pairs (denim lover!) but over the years, I've had such a hard time finding flattering denim on me. &nbsp;My current count is still probably high..</p> <p>1 Straight leg Levis&nbsp;(doubles as skinnies)<br />1 Boot cut - Ann Taylor<br />1 Boot cut - Lands' End<br />1 Flare - Levis&nbsp;<br />1 Wide leg&nbsp;Trouser - Ann Taylor<br />1 boyfriend crop - Old Navy (perpetually baggy on me, always need a belt)<br />1 Skinny Jean - Old Navy (Also perpetually baggy, so unflattering, donating soon!)<br />1 Banana Republic Flare - Favorite jeans, but are wearing really thin. Must retire immediately.<br />1 Gap 1969 Boot Cut - Small in the thighs, but I still maintain one day they'll fit (they won't ever fit me...&nbsp;they have what I call "Gap Small Thigh Syndrome").&nbsp;</p> <p>In my perfect denim wardrobe, I'd have 3 rinses of each flattering fit. Faded, Blue and Dark indigo.&nbsp;In real life, I'm lucky to find the very few pairs that I own that fit me! &nbsp; I want so badly to have a pair of locally made&nbsp;raw selvedge denim, but finding a pair to fit curvy just ain't happening.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1098528 Tue, 26 Nov 2013 16:23:05 +0000 Mander 1098528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear jeans almost all the time, but at the moment I don't really have enough.&nbsp; Recently I seem to have bought jeans that aren't very durable, and I have managed to put holes in my "nice" pair of shorter-length jeans.&nbsp; </p> <p>Rough inventory: <br />- 2 bootcuts in different washes, both hemmed for a heel<br />- 1 black pull-on skinny jeans, which are a bit meh but will do in a pinch<br />- 1 pair bootcuts in a length suitable for flats, but they have faded in strange ways and stretch out after an hour or so and look very sloppy<br />- 1 pair "frankenjeans" which I made by combining two pairs of holey jeans (strictly for wearing around the house)<br />- 1 pair white bootcuts, mainly for summer</p> <p>I would like some straight legs that look ok with flats or sneakers, and maybe some cords, though I'm not sure what color would be best.&nbsp; And although I've been a die-hard bootcut fan I'm actually starting to get tired of the ankle flapping.&nbsp; Perhaps a slightly narrower ankle would do the trick.&nbsp; I'm still not sold on skinny jeans -- they just look wrong on me.</p> <p>I also have some burgundy flares, black bootcuts with sparkles on the butt, wide legs, grey bootcuts and a pair of dark wash trouser jeans.&nbsp; All of these have some fit problem or other -- too big, a bit short, wrong rise, comically enormous flares.&nbsp; They were all either (cheap) eBay gambles or were slow to show their faults, so if I get ambitious I might be able to do some alterations.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1097303 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 14:14:20 +0000 Anonymous 1097303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have only 3 pairs. I'd like more, but I rarely prioritize jeans buying&nbsp;because I only get to wear them a few times a week. The rest of the time, I'm in work clothing or bumming around the house in yoga pants/lounge wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1097297 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 14:09:33 +0000 viva 1097297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear denim a lot and in my mind I thought I had many pairs, but when it gets right down to it, I have only four pairs of denim in heavy rotation (along with my skinny black Paige cargos):</p> <p>- grey skinny Kut from the Kloth<br />- dark wash JCrew matchstick (straight)<br />- white JCrew matchstick<br />- medium-dark Gap BF</p> <p>And I just picked up a pair of bootcuts (Citizens) from consignment that I will wear occasionally -- but they were not an ideal purchase, because although they fit everywhere they are only long enough for flat boots. </p> <p>Hmmm. Maybe I need more?????</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1097244 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 11:55:24 +0000 MRL 1097244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just shopping for jeans yesterday and thinking...</p> <p>1 pair dark was skinny (Levi's)<br />1 pair medium wash skinny (Banana Republic, on sale for $20)<br />1 pair dark wash boot cut (Levi's again)<br />2 pair boyfriend jeans from loft (medium wash and white)</p> <p>That's it. I purged a few pair recently.</p> <p>Yesterday I found a pair of medium wash straight leg (Lucky) and dark wash also straight leg&nbsp; (NYDJ) at The Rack.</p> <p>My office allows jeans on Fridays, but I alternate wearing cords, cargo skinnys, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1097223 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 10:05:38 +0000 ManidipaM 1097223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I currently own 2.5 pairs of pants that fit (0.5 is red skinny jeans that aren't comfy for sprawling and crawling on the floor any more), so my numbers are way skewed. One pair of dress pants I also wear at home and my maternity jeans which adjust back to a postpartum waist. Heh!</p> <p>When jeans were daily wear, I had about 7 pairs. Mostly variations on blue with difference degrees of fade though. Not a great deal of variety in silhouette: straight or bootcut. Couple of heights. It avoided the laundry bottleneck because I don't wear more than twice before washing... I'm a messy being. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1097103 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 04:02:30 +0000 Anonymous 1097103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jeans are like fashion comfort food for me. Currently I have five pairs. 2 boyfriend jeans which are exact duplicates, 2 skinny jeans (one ankle length and one full length), and one pair of what I call trouser jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096994 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 01:50:23 +0000 judy 1096994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh that's a good inspiration pick, Runcarla! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096983 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 01:34:46 +0000 Carla 1096983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Judy! Neat article (and I'll have to check out those brands.) below, my inspiration pic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096942 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 00:40:23 +0000 judy 1096942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Runcarla…your remark about looking for the right white jean made me think of this article I read recently on Tonne Goodman:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://jeanstories.com/the-stories/tonne-goodman-tells-it-straight-leg/">http://jeanstories.com/the-sto.....aight-leg/</a>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096932 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 00:29:23 +0000 judy 1096932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear jeans 100 percent of the time!</p> <p>I have:</p> <p>I Chimala denim ankle jeans (wide&nbsp;straight&nbsp;leg)&nbsp;&nbsp;(light wash)<br />1 APC petit new standard raw denim (straight&nbsp;slim cut)&nbsp;(very dark)<br />1 APC petit standard washed denim (virtually a skinny)&nbsp;(medium wash)<br />1 NSF Beck jean &nbsp;(loose and slight slouch)&nbsp;(light and distressed)<br />1 J Brand black denim ace boyfriend (tapered and&nbsp;slouchy)</p> <p>There is also a&nbsp;bag in the back of the top of&nbsp;my closet with about 7 pairs…including cut offs……mostly Levi's and APC's...that are a size too small but can't part with yet. &nbsp;I did a weight gain this spring! &nbsp;I've regretted having gotten rid of some of my favorites in the past due to the same situation. &nbsp;But I did give away five pairs of too small ones…to three different people...this fall! So except for the Chimalas, &nbsp;I have purchased all the other four since May/June.</p> <p>&nbsp;I am VERY happy with just these five. They really meet all my denim needs and shoe situations too.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If I have fewer, I can invest some more money in them, even though the last two I got at 40 percent off and one of the APC's came used from the thrift store. &nbsp;One thing I have learned is not to wash my denim too frequently…some I have never&nbsp;washed. They last a whole lot longer!&nbsp; </p> <p>On the question of too many…it's pretty individual, isn't it? &nbsp;And depends a lot on lifestyle and means too…and closet space!&nbsp; And even though I'm happy with what I have, you know if I see one I love, I'll be adding it to my collection! :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096786 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 22:24:46 +0000 Lisa 1096786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I currently own 18 pairs of jeans/trousers.&nbsp; I am not a skirt or dress gal and sport jeans most of the time.&nbsp; Every now and then I will wear a pair of trousers just to mix things up.&nbsp; Recently I've realized that 5 pairs per season works for me (third week recap of challenge is <a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dh-closet-challenge-week-3-recap" rel="nofollow">here</a>).&nbsp; I haven't figured out yet how many different seasons worth of jeans I need.&nbsp; I'm guessing 2, because I do like a white pair in spring/summer months and I notice in winter months I sport more skinnies so I can tuck them with tall boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096769 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 22:11:09 +0000 Aziraphale 1096769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura, for these kinds of questions, I always feel the answer is no, you don't have too&nbsp;many, so long they are all in regular rotation.</p> <p>Recently I decided I wanted to know how much of my stuff gets regular wear. On October 9 I made a list of everything in my closet (excluding gear) and I've kept daily track of things since then. I have 12 pairs of jeans.&nbsp;So, in the last month and a half, I can see that I've worn every single pair at least once. Many have been worn three times. My dark wash straight legs "win" at six wears. 12 pairs may sound like a lot, but&nbsp;I'm a MOTG and a full-time art school student. Jeans are in heavy rotation! I feel like I could even add a pair or two and they would definitely get worn.</p> <p>You could try something similar, to see which pairs you're wearing, and how often. But if you're a "jeans gal" then 13 pairs is probably not too many. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096753 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 21:52:09 +0000 unfrumped 1096753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you are so right about footwear.The BF's that can be rolled, or straights that can scrunch, go well with summer flats or oxfords or tennie's, but in the winter they are hard to mix with more substantial footwear--I keep sayin', bootcuts are for... boots! If you're not tucking skinnies into tall boots, that is. The options for mini-boot cuts helps if a lower profile is desired and I did have one pair of mini-bootcuts that worked with both boots, and scrunched over flats.</p> <p>So, even a selfom-jeans-wearer like me finds that it can take several pairs in order to create even a couple of go-to denim outfits in different seasons.<br />But, I'm finally seeing the strategy for me, which is truly all about the footwear I expect to wear with them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096747 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 21:49:24 +0000 Anonymous 1096747@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I guess you need enough jeans to get you to laundry day, how ever you wash and wear them. I do agree with that guideline&nbsp;that a drawer (or cabinet, refrigerator or purse) functions best when it is no more than 75% full. It's hard to move stuff around to see what you have in there, lol!</p> <p>I currently have 4 pairs of jeans (up from only one pair last year):<br />black with leather knee patches<br />dark wash<br />medium faded<br />white</p> <p>This feels like plenty to me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096727 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 21:28:28 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1096727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>An aside - where's the cutoff between bootcut and straight leg - whether the hem is wider than the width at the knee?</p> <p>bootcuts:<br />dark wash Gap sexy boot, up one size<br />medium faded Eddie Bauer curvy bootcut, up one size<br />medium wash Gap vintage flare, up one size<br />medium wash Old Navy sweetheart bootlegs, in a long</p> <p>straight:<br />black Kut from the Kloth, up one size (these might be more bootcut)<br />dark wash Lucky Brand, sweet jean straight<br />dark wash Dockers, up one size<br />medium wash Gap mystery cut, in a long<br />dark wash Duluth carpenter jeans [nearly gear - for working outside etc. and hiking]<br />starting to be faded thrifted Lucky jeans<br />dark wash Eddie Bauer curvy trouser jeans [I used to wear trouser jeans *all the time* but this year I just haven't. I almost regret buying these in my new size. I also got a white pair which I did wear a fair bit in our not-really-summer summer.]</p> <p>skinnies:<br />really dark blue jeggings, Gap<br />dot-pattern, Lee </p> <p>This is not counting the white jeans and cropped jeans I have packed away; iirc there's about 5 pair. What I'm noticing from looking at the list is that I have way less skinnies than most of you - I used to have more but they all got too big. I still would like a pair of colored skinnies or white/cream ones but I just haven't found anything that works for me. I tend to size up for bootcuts/flares so I can wear them belted, slung a little lower on the hip. What would be interesting to know is how much I'm wearing each pair. I have the instinct that as it's gotten colder I am reaching for my bootcuts/flares more because I'm wearing bulkier tops and boots and such, whereas with thinner tops and low-profile flats I think the straightlegs look more proportional. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096688 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 20:32:01 +0000 Karie 1096688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Let's see:<br />2 pair Gap SBF - one is my size, one is plus one size&nbsp;<br />1 pair Gap skinnies sized up for a regular, or slightly slouchy, fit<br />1 pair Gap bootcut&nbsp;<br />1 pair straight leg&nbsp;Old Navy Diva's<br />1 pair black denim Levi's 525<br />1 pair white J.Crew matchsticks (sized up two sizes for regular fit)<br />1 pair white KUT Catherine BF cropped jeans</p> <p>The only pair I've ever worn to work are the Gap bootcuts. They are a dark wash and can look dressy with heels.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096680 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 20:13:12 +0000 Elly 1096680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear jeans daily in the fall, winter, and spring (I rarely have occasion to wear slacks to work, and pretty much never wear a dress or skirt during cold/snow season because of lack of proper tights and footwear). In the summer I still wear jeans exclusively for a lot of my outdoor activities and for work, but spend casual time in a mix of jeans and shorts/skirts. </p> <p>I have 3 pair. 2 slim bootcuts from a western wear company in a similar mid blue, and a dark gap bootcut. The 2 that are the same are two different lengths, but except in the summer with sandals or very flat shoes, I can wear either because of the vented bottoms and scrunch that the slim boot style offers. None of them are fabulous, but they all will do until they are worn enough to need replacing, probably sometime near the end of 2014. At that point I might consider trying premium denim. </p> <p>I have 2 pair that I only wear at home because they are nearly worn through in the butt-- also bootcuts. </p> <p>A forth pair or a pair of jean-alternatives in a washable fabric (black chinos or ponte skinnies) would really make laundry easier, but I would have to vary my shoe wardrobe first because 4 pairs of bootcuts as the only style has struck me as overkill. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question/page/2#post-1096668 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 19:58:31 +0000 Carla 1096668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>3 pair - 2 straight leg, dark wash and 1 naturally faded by age. I would like to add white jeans, but haven't found the perfect pair yet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question#post-1096470 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 16:15:04 +0000 Anonymous 1096470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>6 pair- all new these past few months. My old jeans are gone (too baggy or too short).&nbsp;<br />I have:<br />2 pair Talbots straight<br />2 pair Loft skinny dark wash<br />2 pair Loft skinny inky wash<br />(I double up on ones I like)<br />I wear jeans every day so these are in heavy rotation. I have had a very hard time with waist fit, length, etc so am thrilled that these 6 finally worked out! </p> <p>I have yet to ever buy or even try on premium denim. I'm kind of short and hate altering 6 inches off the bottom and sometimes the fade patterns etc then are "off"&nbsp;(though my Loft jeans are regular not petite!)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question#post-1096385 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 14:25:33 +0000 Diana 1096385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a pretty big jeans collection, but they are a big part of my style and I wear them probably at least 4 times a week.</p> <p>boot/flare:</p> <p>-dark blue Joe's bootcuts, hemmed for heels</p> <p>-2 pairs medium blue Lucky Sweet n Low bootcuts -NOTE:&nbsp; these are actually identical.&nbsp; My old 5+ year old pair is dying, so I snapped up the identical make and model when they appeared as deadstock on bay. &nbsp;At some point in the near future (sniff) the old pair is going to fall apart so the number will drop by one.</p> </p> <p>BF:</p> <p>-medium/dark blue GAP SBF jeans - worn rolled only as too short for full length</p> <p>-faded blue distressed long 100% cotton GAP SBFs - ankle or full length</p> <p>-light blue distressed current/elliott BF crops</p> </p> <p>straight:</p> <p>-inky black Red Engine straight legs</p> <p>-medium blue holey 100% cotton MEK&nbsp;straight legs&nbsp;</p> </p> <p>slim/skinny:</p> <p>-dark blue KUT slim straights</p> <p>-faded black KUT slim straights</p> <p>-teal pattern Liberty x Paige skinnies</p> <p>-medium/light blue Vince skinnies</p> <p>-(not sure if keeping yet) medium/dark blue Vince welt pocket skinnies</p> <p>-Anthro mustard crops (a little big and tends to bag out)</p> <p>-dark blue Radcliffe crops</p> </p> <p>jeggings:</p> <p>-grey COH jeggings</p> </p> <p>(NOT technically jeans as not made of denim, but they are cut like jeans and I wear them like jeans):</p> <p>-dark blue Wit and Wisdom brocade skinnies</p> <p>-black watch plaid flannel Joe's skinnies</p> <p> <div><br />So, 16 true jeans (if you count the duplicate and the one I'm not sure I'm keeping, 18 if you count the ones that are not technically denim. &nbsp;You'll note that I have no white denim, no bright colored denim, and no trouser jeans. &nbsp;I'm not planning on adding any of those categories as they all don't appeal to me in one way or another. I prefer my jeans to be blue or black, although I like a good patterned pair too. &nbsp;NONE of these are orphans, although of course there are some warmer weather&nbsp;only pairs, and I haven't yet worn the new Vince ones that I'm debating about.</p> <p>I should also add that I have 2 more pairs (same style in different sizes) on their way, but those would be a direct replacement for the lighter Vince skinnies, which are my favorites but are starting to disintegrate. &nbsp;</p> <p> </div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question#post-1096378 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 14:12:14 +0000 Grey Rainbow 1096378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have<br /> 2 pairs Paige HH bootcut, same dark wash, in 2 sizes, full length (for 3" heels)<br /> 2 pairs Paige HH bootcut, same dark wash, in 2 sizes (hemmed for 2" heels)<br /> 2 pairs Paige montecito (lower rise, wider flare), in 2 sizes, full length<br /> 2 pairs Paige HH bootcut, in 2 different faded washes, for more casual look<br /> 1 pair COH wide leg trouser jeans<br /> 3 pairs Vince wide leg trouser jeans, in 3 different sizes. One hemmed for low heels. The largest size needs to be culled (hooray!).<br /> 2 pairs Eileen Fisher lightweight organic denim straight ankle jeans for summer. I should let these go; I never reached for them this summer.<br /> A plastic storage tote filled with old cords and denim that are waiting to be culled (Gap, Jag mostly, things that bag and sag so much I dislike wearing them).<br /> Work dress code excludes denim. The wide leg trouser jeans escape this ban, and I wear a pair every week in Winter. As for the rest... I don't wear jeans every weekend. I think I have too many pairs, and haven't shopped for denim for 2 years. These have been amassed over time and all bought on deep discount.<br /> ETA that's 9 pairs that I'm wearing with any regularity, and 14 total (excluding the bin). Trouser jeans hang in my tiny closet with dress pants, the rest are folded in on jeans drawer. Which has no space for more. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question#post-1096361 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 13:21:23 +0000 jen 1096361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear denim jeans everyday. I have</p> <p>1 grey skinnies<br />1 mid blue skinnies<br />1 ink jeggings<br />that is it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question#post-1096339 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 10:36:52 +0000 Anonymous 1096339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have six pair:</p> <p>One black straight (a little tight and I don't feel fabulous in them; I think it is their "faded" look that turns me off)<br />One grey straight (fit great and I do feel fabulous in them)<br />One medium blue BF (only worn when I am running errands and don't care how I look)<br />One Michael Kors red (love, love, love, love) &nbsp;<br />Two white jeans (in storage for the winter)</p> <p>I wanted to add that I agree with Refugee and Unfrumped. &nbsp;I think the number is more dependent on your needs. &nbsp;Life style, weather, etc. &nbsp;These factors could require a greater number of jeans than other items in your wardrobe.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revisiting-the-how-many-pairs-of-jeans-question#post-1096334 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 10:13:29 +0000 froggiebecky 1096334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to live in jeans as well. I have 2 pair (yes, you read that right). I need more.&nbsp;</p> <p>That being said, I tend to fall into a jeans rut. So I'm trying to buy "things that are not jeans".&nbsp;</p> <p>(Yes, I do a lot of laundry)&nbsp; </p>