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• Part 1 of 4: Choosing jeans for your body type
• Part 2 of 4: Choosing the color and material of the jeans
• Part 3 of 4: Making clothing combinations with jeans
• Part 4 of 4: Choosing footwear with the jeans

High-waisted jeans can be a fun, flattering style for the day or for a night out. This style also helps to shorten your torso and slim your waist, giving you a well-balanced silhouette. But high-waisted jeans can be tricky to wear because they feel uncomfortable if they don't fit properly. Start by finding jeans that suit your body type and the right material and color. Then you pair them with other clothes for a flattering, relaxed style.

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Part 1 of 4: Choosing jeans for your body type

1. Choose tight jeans with an inseam of 73 cm if you are small. When you are small, you have shorter legs or a shorter upper body. In that case, choose high-waisted jeans that have an inseam of 73cm or less, as it will elongate your legs. The inseam is the length of the jeans along the inside of your legs, from the crotch.
   • Try tight, high-waisted jeans if you are small as it will make your legs look longer and slimmer.
   • In this case, do not choose pants with a high waist and flared legs, because you will disappear in that.
2. Opt for "boyfriend" jeans with a wide waistband if you are pear shaped. Pear-shaped means that you are a bit bulkier around your hips, thighs and buttocks. High waist trousers with a wide waistband provide full coverage at the front and back. Look for high-waisted men's jeans or "bootcut" jeans to balance your proportions.
   • Avoid high-waisted jeans with no room at the waist, as they will squeeze your stomach and be uncomfortable to wear.
3. Opt for baggy jeans if you have an athletic build. An athletic build is somewhat straighter from top to bottom. You can create some curves by wearing loose, high-waisted jeans. Look for "wide cut" or "full flare" jeans that flare from the knee.
   • If high-waisted jeans tend to flatten your butt, look for flared pants with pockets that sit higher on your butt to give it a bit more shape.
4. Look for jeans with an inseam of 88cm or higher if you are tall. If you're taller than 1.75m, it can be difficult to find high-waisted jeans that fit your height. Look for jeans with a high waist and a long inseam for a good fit.
   • You can try high-waisted jeans that are wide, tight, or "boyfriend" pants, as long as they have an inseam of 88cm or higher.
5. Adjust the jeans to your height. To make sure that the jeans fit properly, you can have the jeans taken in or adjusted to your height. Make sure the bottom of straight or high-waisted jeans comes to the top of your toes. Tight jeans with a high waist should be placed up to your ankles.
   • Make sure that tight, high-waisted jeans don't extend beyond your ankles, or this will cause the legs to bulge at your feet, making you look shorter than you are.

Part 2 of 4: Choosing the color and material of the jeans

1. Choose pants with a dark shade for versatility. Dark jeans are a great option if you want a pair that is easy to wear both day and night. You can wear dark jeans to work and keep them on for a night out without a problem. Dark jeans can be dark blue or almost black.
2. Try light denim for a spring or summer look. Light-colored denim is a great option for a spring or summer day. Such jeans are light blue or classic blue. These colors go well with spring and summer tops.
   • You can also combine light-colored denim with a sweater for autumn or winter.
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   Choose black high-waisted jeans for a night out. Black jeans are always a great option for a night out on the town. Buy high-waisted black jeans for a night of dancing or dinner.

   • You can also pull off a pair of high-waisted black jeans for days when you don't want to look too flashy, but you want to look neat.
3. Choose jeans made of spandex for stretch. Some jeans are 100% cotton and others are a mix of cotton and other materials such as spandex. Jeans made only from cotton may look great, but they will stretch almost or not at all. This means that it can be uncomfortable to sit for a long time wearing high-waisted jeans. Spandex jeans ensure that the fabric gives way when you sit down and move.
   • Read the label on the jeans to make sure it is partially made of spandex.
   • Some jeans with a high waist and an elastic waistband already contain spandex.

Part 3 of 4: Making clothing combinations with jeans

1. Tuck in your shirt. Don't hide the high waist of your jeans. Tuck a T-shirt or blouse into your jeans and you instantly have an outfit. Show the front and back of the jeans by tucking in your top.
   • You can also tie your top so that it is just above the waistband of your jeans. Tie the two sides of a long T-shirt or shirt together, right above the top button of your jeans.
2. Wear a "crop top". A crop top pairs very well with jeans with a high waist, because it shows the top part of the jeans. Choose a crop top that hangs just above your hips. Think of shorter cut T-shirts and blouses.
   • You can also wear a short sweater with high-waisted jeans. Wear it with a sweater with short or long sleeves.
3. Combine tight, high-waisted jeans and a blazer. For a business-like casual look, wear tight, high-waisted jeans and a tucked-in blouse with a tailored blazer over it. Try a colorful blouse with a blazer in a neutral color such as black, dark blue or beige.
   • You can also wear a tucked-in t-shirt or a short shirt with a longer jacket and high-waisted jeans for a more casual look.
4. Put on a belt. Some high-waisted jeans come with a denim sash intended as a belt. If the jeans have belt loops, be sure to put on a nice belt for extra style. Choose a belt made of a neutral material, such as brown or black leather. Try a narrow belt for a slimmer effect or a wider belt for a more striking look.
   • You can also try brightly colored belts, such as a red or green leather belt. Colored belts usually look good on dark or black jeans with a high waist.

Part 4 of 4: Choosing footwear with the jeans

1. Wear high heels or low boots with the jeans. High-waisted jeans that are tight or flared look nice with high heels underneath, as they will lengthen your legs. Choose patterned heels for a fun look or in a neutral color to counterbalance jeans with a darker shade.
   • You can also wear "bootcut" or "boyfriend" pants with a high waist and low boots with a short heel. Low boots are a great way to look neat without having to deal with heels.
2. Try sandals or wedges. You can also pair tight, high-waisted jeans with flat or short heeled shoes. Choose leather sandals for a casual summer look, or heeled sandals for a night out.
   • High-waisted flared jeans look best with wedges or heeled sandals, as the height will elongate your legs at the widest point of fanning out.
3. Choose flats for an informal appearance. Simple flats are a great option for an everyday outfit. Combine flat fabrics or leather shoes with high-waisted jeans. Also think of flat shoes with patterns in a fun color, combined with high dark or black jeans.
4. Avoid wearing sneakers with high-waisted jeans. Sneakers or athletic shoes tend to look too casual with high-waisted jeans, especially if those pants are flared. Rather opt for nice sandals or low boots.
   • Sneakers might go with tight, high-waisted jeans that are light in color for a spring day out. Make sure the sneakers lengthen your legs and your proportions are in balance.