Your Guide to Abercrombie & Fitch’s Jeans, Complete with One Editor’s Reviews and Photos

Including a pair I never expected to love

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When it comes to shopping for jeans, I’ll be honest: I often stick with the same brand, same size and same style because I already know I’ll like them. But sometimes, it’s nice to switch things up a bit. And if you’ve been curious about shopping Abercrombie & Fitch’s jeans, you might already know that there’s quite the variety to choose from. So much so, in fact, that it’s hard to know where to start. I put in the time for you and tested five popular jean styles, all of which would make excellent adds to your spring denim collection.

To get some more in-depth info for you, in addition to my own experience, I talked with a member of Abercrombie & Fitch’s product team who explained everything you need to know about different styles, fits and lengths, which you can find below before you get to shopping.

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The Best Abercrombie & Fitch Jeans at a Glance

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Abercrombie & Fitch High-Rise 90s Relaxed Jeans

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Abercrombie & Fitch High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

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Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra High-Rise 90s Straight Jeans

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Abercrombie & Fitch High-Rise Barrel Jeans

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Abercrombie & Fitch Mid-Rise Bootcut Jeans

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What Are the Different Abercrombie & Fitch Jean Styles?

Abercrombie and Fitch offers tons of different jean styles, so there really is something for everyone, no matter which cuts you usually opt for. Some of the most popular picks include relaxed, wide, ultra-loose, barrel, flare, 90s straight and skinny, according to the brand.

Maternity styles are also offered, and you can find the full list of what’s currently available to shop here.

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What's the Difference Between Curve Love and Classic Fit?

When browsing Abercrombie & Fitch’s jeans, you’ve probably noticed that a lot of them are offered in both a classic and Curve Love fit—so what’s the difference exactly? The brand explained to me that, after noticing one of the most frequent complaints from women about their jeans was that they experienced a gap at the waist, the Curve Love fit was designed to have a tighter fit there. This fit is especially good for anyone who has a lower hip-to-waist ratio (where the waist is significantly smaller than the hips), or hourglass or pear-shaped body types.

What Are the Different Lengths Abercrombie & Fitch Jeans Come In?

There are up to five inseam lengths available for jeans at Abercrombie & Fitch (though some designs may have fewer). Per the brand, the inseams are generally made to fit the following heights, though it’s worth noting that these guidelines may differ slightly for everyone, especially those who have proportionately long legs or a long torso.

  • Extra short: 5’0’’ and under
  • Short: 5’2’’-5’3’’
  • Regular: 5’4’’-5’7’’
  • Long: 5’8’’-5’11’’
  • Extra Long: 6’0’’ and up

The inseams each differ by two inches, which can be helpful to consider if you’re finding a certain length just a bit too short or too long.

How I Tested Abercrombie & Fitch’s Jeans

I wore each pair of jeans for several hours (at a minimum) to compare how they felt when I first put them on and throughout the day. I also washed each pair on a normal machine-wash cycle in warm water and dried them on a medium heat setting. For reference, my height is 5’2’’ and I ordered every pair of jeans in a size 27 short to be able to assess any inconsistencies.

I Tried on Every Single Abercrombie & Fitch Denim Short, and Here Are My Honest Opinions


1. Abercrombie & Fitch High-Rise 90s Relaxed Jeans

What I Like

  • versatile style
  • not overly loose

What I Don't Like

  • zipper can slide down easily

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Abercrombie & Fitch said that these jeans are one of their top-selling styles, and I absolutely understand why. The cut is similar to a straight style through the thighs (it’s fitted, but not too tight), then become looser from the knees, for a fit that, in my opinion, is both totally flattering and super comfy. These are one of those rare pairs of jeans that I could wear for hours without counting down the seconds until I can switch back to sweats, so I have a feeling I’ll be reaching for them practically every weekend.

My only complaint with this pair is that I did notice the zipper slide down a few times while I was wearing them, which made me feel like I constantly had to be checking it. But given how comfortable they are, that won’t stop me from reaching for them.

Fast Facts

  • Material: cotton and elastane
  • Size Range: 23-38
  • Number of washes currently available: 21
  • Inseams: extra short, short, regular, long, extra long

2. Abercrombie & Fitch High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

What I Like

  • lightweight fabric
  • drapey fit

What I Don't Like

  • fit slightly tighter than other styles

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Finally, I found a pair of wide-leg jeans that aren’t too long. Usually, if I want a wide-leg style, I have to take them to the tailor or opt for a cropped style, but these ones were perfect. They come in all five inseam options (extra short through extra long), so you should easily be able to find a length that works well for you, too. I also loved that the fabric, though described as “drapey rigid,” never felt too stiff. It was also pretty lightweight (which often isn’t the case with rigid styles), making them a great pick to wear all summer long.

These jeans did fit just a bit tighter on me than the 90s relaxed, barrel and bootcut pairs did when I first put them on, but as the day went on, they stretched just a tiny bit. I definitely think a size up would have been too large.

Fast Facts

  • Material: cotton and lyocell
  • Size Range: 23-38
  • Number of washes currently available: 10
  • Inseams: extra short, short, regular, long, extra long

3. Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra High-Rise 90s Straight Jeans

What I Like

  • classic cut
  • slight stretch

What I Don't Like

  • ran smaller than other styles for me
  • not a good fit for all body types

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This was the only pair of jeans that I didn’t love. For reference, I have a pretty straight body type, which made these fit a lot tighter than the other pairs due to the ultra high-rise. If I’m being honest, I could barely get them buttoned. However, when I spoke with the brand, they noted that this ultra high-rise cut typically fits body shapes that have a significantly smaller waist compared to their hips, like hourglass and pear, so it makes sense why this style didn’t work for me.

That being said, if you do want to grab this pair and don’t have an hourglass or pear shape, I’d just go up a size to give yourself some extra breathing room. Or, you could opt for the 90s straight cut in a mid or high rise instead.

Fast Facts

  • Material: cotton and elastane
  • Size Range: 23-38
  • Number of washes available: 3
  • Inseams: extra short, short, regular, long, extra long

4. Abercrombie & Fitch High-Rise Barrel Jeans

What I Like

  • subtle barrel shape
  • comfy fit

What I Don't Like

  • not as many washes
  • sizes and inseams available as some other styles

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The high-rise, the stretchy fabric, the (not too voluminous) trendy barrel shape—I loved everything about these jeans, and I didn’t expect to. In the past, when I’ve tried on barrel style jeans, I felt like they just didn’t look quite right on me thanks to my short height, but I was obsessed with these ones from the second I put them on.

I think the reason I like this pair so much is likely due to the fact that the barrel cut isn’t overly dramatic—it’s definitely there but doesn’t immediately draw so much attention to my legs that it’s the only focus of my outfit. Plus, the “short” length perfectly hit at my ankles, so there was no need to add cuffs no matter what kind of shoes I wore with them. It’s safe to say these will be a staple in my wardrobe, and if you’ve been wary of adding the popular style to your own collection, I suggest giving Abercrombie’s take a try.

Fast Facts

  • Material: cotton and elastane
  • Size Range: 24-34
  • Number of washes available: 6
  • Inseams: short, regular, long

5. Abercrombie & Fitch Mid-Rise Bootcut Jeans

What I Like

  • slight stretch
  • lots of inseam options

What I Don't Like

  • zipper can slide down easily

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Admittedly, this was another pair I was a bit unsure about (since I don’t think I’ve worn bootcut jeans since sometime in middle school), but I can happily report I ended up really liking them once I got them on, too. The mid-rise was nice because I felt like I could wear it with a lot of different tops (except maybe a crop top) and I didn’t find myself needing to adjust it or pull the jeans up while I wore them out.

The only downside I noticed was that, similar to the 90s relaxed jeans above, the zipper did slide down frequently. It’s still not enough to keep me from wearing them, though. (Truly—I just packed them to take on an upcoming trip.)

Fast Facts

  • Material: cotton and elastane
  • Size Range: 23-38
  • Number of washes available: 4
  • Inseams: extra short, short, regular, long, extra long

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