Pear Shapes and Jeans! Advice please!

sweetpotatofry
sweetpotatofry Posts: 209 Member
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Hi everyone :flowerforyou: this is a question for all my pear shape ladies on MFP -- where do you buy your jeans?

I ordered two pairs from American Eagle recently on the advice of a friend (who I realize now is not a pear shape :cry:) and... in all truth, it has been a while since I've worn jeans, so I forgot about that old "fits perfectly everywhere BUT the waist" dilemma. The jeans were pretty snug/just about right in the legs but the waist was way too loose! I'm sure that if I wear these they'll just keep riding lower and lower, descending into inappropriate levels. :laugh:

ALSO: thoughts on skinny jeans and pear shapes? Can we pull them off or should we stick to boot-cut? What about low-rise (I personally prefer mid-rise because otherwise I worry about flashing innocent passersby...)?

Help!!
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  • missabeez
    missabeez Posts: 280 Member
    I wear American Eagle as well because of their short legs!

    I find that the legs tend to be tight....and end up wearing a belt for the waist.

    I pull of skinny jeans quite well...it accentuates the beautiful curves :)
  • Polparrot
    Polparrot Posts: 54 Member
    I always thought it was just me!!! I have bought so many pairs of jeans over the years and no matter what weight I am the problem remains...............perfect fit everywhere but the waist. At the moment i´m a UK size 8 and have at least 3 inches excess around the waist. REALLY annoying!
    P.S I can´t pull off skinny jeans, much prefer boot leg x
  • Casfarren
    Casfarren Posts: 26 Member
    I find that anywhere that has a cut called "curvy" or says that is it made for more curvy figures is usually the way to go. They are cut for larger hips/butts but smaller waists. I know both old navy and the gap have created cuts like this. you might want to check them out.
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    Levi's 515
    Target Fit 4
  • jkestens63
    jkestens63 Posts: 1,164 Member
    No matter what pair of jeans I buy, always have to wear a belt so I'm not crack flashing the general public.

    I think skinny jeans just don't work on pear shapes. I always get boot cut, occassionally straight leg.

    Mostly I stick with something that has stretch, I think they hug the body better overall and are more flattering. I don't have a particular brand.. I'm a thrift store shopper so I havne't bought new since I got into a size where I could go shopping at the thrift stores!!
  • learning2fly4
    learning2fly4 Posts: 303 Member
    Try the sweetheart cut at Old navy.

    Have Skinny's for boots, but I don't wear them otherwise.
  • EvelynBfly78
    EvelynBfly78 Posts: 240 Member
    I have always had a problem with jeans fitting too losely at the waist. A belt makes them too bunchy all around especially the tummy & zipper area. I recently bought some Lee jeans. They are relaxed & fit at the waist. They also come in short, medium & long. I'm 5'4" & take 8S or 6M. I got them at JCPernneys. They also come in lots of colors besides blue denim.
    I also found some "curvy fit" pants that fit really well. I'm glad the manufacturers are finally catering to the needs of us pear shaped women. It's worth checking this out.
  • jlwbeans0823
    jlwbeans0823 Posts: 178 Member
    I usually buy all my jeans/pants at Lane Bryant. Usually the fit is great except for the waist. If I go up a size then the waist feels good, but everything else is too big. I hate pants of all kinds! I can't bring myself to try the skinny jeans, I don't want to look like an ice cream cone. I have a few pairs of straight leg jeans, but I prefer flare or boot cut jeans. As far as cut, I've had good luck with the trouser jeans/pants. Also, last year I bought a few pairs of jeggings in flare and boot cut styles. They have stretch to them which is nice, I just wish they had pockets. I haven't had to buy any new jeans lately, but Lane Bryant used to have a color system; yellow, blue and red. The red always fit me best, the blue was too big and the yellow was more for the straight or banana shape. Good luck to you!
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    I wear skinny jeans. Yes they make my hips look big but my hips ARE big.
  • sweetpotatofry
    sweetpotatofry Posts: 209 Member
    Thanks for all the tips, everyone! Those who recommended Old Navy - actually the only pair of jeans I own that fit close to perfectly are from Old Navy two years ago, but I wasn't sure if they were still being manufactured. I'll try hitting up one of their stores again :happy:
  • CassieReannan
    CassieReannan Posts: 1,479 Member
    I cant even stand to wear jeans lately as they are 2 sizes bigger than my original size. Denim doesnt fit me properly and I've always had trouble with it. :grumble:
  • LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo
    LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo Posts: 3,634 Member
    I wear Levi's bold curve which is made for small waist with bottom heavy.
  • calisunrise
    calisunrise Posts: 307
    I only wear skinny jeans from h&m (they're quite stretchy) and as long they are dark or black, they don't make my hips look bigger. Actually, they make my lower body appear slimmer
  • Nerdybreisawesome
    Nerdybreisawesome Posts: 359 Member
    Some of the old navy and so called curvy jeans can end up looking like "mom" jeans. I found this gals blog on pinterest. And now am being wary of how the back looks. Www.graspingforobjectivity.com/2012/07/gap.html
  • dad106
    dad106 Posts: 4,868 Member
    I've found good jeans at Lucky Brand... and they are expensive, but they last and wear well. Some of mine are low rise and I don't find an issue.... as long as it's sung enough, it won't go anywhere. If you get a mid-rise and it's too big in the waist, then get a belt or have a tailor take it in.

    As far as skinny jeans go, I rock them. Jessica Simpson makes some jeggins which are really stretchy and fit well.. I own two pairs, and I love them!
  • tbruegg
    tbruegg Posts: 283 Member
    I too have this problem so glad to hear some places I can go next. Thanks..........
  • LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo
    LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo Posts: 3,634 Member
    Some of the old navy and so called curvy jeans can end up looking like "mom" jeans. I found this gals blog on pinterest. And now am being wary of how the back looks. Www.graspingforobjectivity.com/2012/07/gap.html
    What is mom jeans? To be honest I can't see any difference.
  • Keiko385
    Keiko385 Posts: 514 Member
    What is mom jeans? To be honest I can't see any difference.

    Mom jeans = high waisted, back pockets spaced at a weird angle, loose legs . They make your butt look wide and flat
  • Livingdeadgirl44
    Livingdeadgirl44 Posts: 264 Member
    I wear Levi's bold curve which is made for small waist with bottom heavy.

    ^^ This! I love my Levi skinny jeans (I'm a Supream curve though :()

    Gap also do some nice fitting jeans and trousers for the curvy figure.
  • Becky388
    Becky388 Posts: 157 Member
    Have always had that problem myself. Thanks for the tips.
    Personally, I like straight leg, I can wear boots or sneakers with them just fine. Skinny jeans, I don't think so, LOL, I spend too much time trying to hide my fat rear, I sure don't want to accentuate it.
  • LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo
    LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo Posts: 3,634 Member
    What is mom jeans? To be honest I can't see any difference.

    Mom jeans = high waisted, back pockets spaced at a weird angle, loose legs . They make your butt look wide and flat
    Aha OK thanks for the info. I'll put that in my mind when I shop for jeans
  • AprilRN10
    AprilRN10 Posts: 548 Member
    Skinny=no. Boot leg midrise or straigh leg midrise. Old Navy, Torrid, Lane Bryant.
  • AnexRavensong
    AnexRavensong Posts: 262 Member
    Skinny jeans don't look good on ANYONE who has any sort of shape to their body (except maybe banana shape).

    If you have nice hips, or a butt etc it just makes you look fat even if you aren't (like a sausage). They are the worst "fashion" invention ever. They should be going out of style soon, they have over stayed their welcome.

    I'm somewhere between hourglass and pear shaped (.68 hips to waist ratio, I think I lack enough boobage for be hourglass), and I quite personally prefer boot cut and flared leg jeans. I think they even us out better.
  • acidosaur
    acidosaur Posts: 295 Member
    I am in the UK but I find either UNIQLO or Levis jeans to be the best for my shape. Particularly the Levi demi-curve jeans- they are fantastic and really worth the money. Sad I have to replace mine soon as they are getting baggy!
  • abranch87
    abranch87 Posts: 13 Member
    I am a fellow pear shape 16/18 and I have the same issue because my actual waist size is 33inches. Forever 21 seems to fit good enough at times and i usually order from ALLOY.com(they have inseams from 29-37) which makes all the difference when getting a good fit. I was told by my grandma to buy jeans that fit my thigs and butts and take them to the cleaners and have them take it in.
  • EHabel10
    EHabel10 Posts: 6 Member
    Levi's 'Bold Curve'. I find mine at Macys.com
  • leomentlines
    leomentlines Posts: 440 Member
    Levis supreme curve - love, love, love them.. sometimes I'll get away with a bold curve since they dont make a lot of designs for supreme just yet.
    i love skinny jeans - no reason why us pears cant wear (and look cute) in them !

    also, id check out pzi jeans, ive heard good reviews about them (havent had a chance to try yet though )

    good luck !
  • debdelilah
    debdelilah Posts: 82
    There is a style going on, in junior's sizes especially, that the jeans are "hipsters" - they fit below the waist, they hug your legs tightly at the thigh and top of the calf, and they flare out at the ankle. They definitely feel tighter than standard pants putting them on - you have to kind of tug to get them up - but once they are up they are comfortable, and they button below the waist. Possibly you are buying a size too large, because of not being accustomed to the style. The way you described the jeans - so loose at the waist that they might fall down - makes me think this might be the case. They sit low at the hips, so if you buy a loose size, they will slide down to a point of indecency.

    Alternatively, you can buy the even numbered missy sizes and avoid this style. It is kind of hard to find junior jeans that don't fit this way.
  • marikevr
    marikevr Posts: 389 Member
    I've been wanting to invest in a pair of Levi Curves. I will go give them a try after what everbody has said!
  • Ejwelton
    Ejwelton Posts: 331 Member
    I'm in the UK and wear Levi's curvy or have recently bought a pair of seven for all mankind. They were hideously expensive but fit like a glove - no belt needed.

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