11 different types of jeans you need to build your capsule wardrobe

Distressed Jeans

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There's something about distressed jeans that keeps us going back for more. Whether you're wearing it with a tank top, a tucked-in shirt, or even a simple white top, the options are aplenty. Essentially, they go well with just about everything which comes as no surprise that they're on rotation for most of us.

90's Mid Rise Loose Fit, $291.23, AGOLDE from Revolve



 

Skinny Jeans

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If you didn't already know, skinny jeans are known for their tight-fitting silhouette that boasts a snug fit throughout the leg to your ankle. Often mistaken as leggings, most of these jeans are stretchable so you can effortlessly slip into them.

Levi's® Women's 311 Shaping Skinny Jeans, $134.90, Levi's 

Cigarette Jeans

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Many tend to confuse cigarette jeans with skinny jeans as they are both figure-hugging on the thigh area. However, one notable difference between the two is that the cigarette jeans are more relaxed over the calves than the former. But if you can't decide between getting a straight leg or a skinny pair, then this particular silhouette is a great option as it offers the best of both worlds.

Harper Supersoft Cigarette Jean, $69.90 - $79.90, Marks & Spencer 

Straight-Leg Jeans

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With a fit that's not as constricting as cigarette jeans, this pair has a straight up-and-down fit throughout the entire leg. There are, however, different variations of straight-leg jeans, so finding one that suits your body shape is key in finding the right pair.

Sustainable Low Rise Straight Jeans, $319, Calvin Klein

Wide-Leg Jeans

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There's something about wide-leg jeans that we can't stop obsessing about. Besides its statement-worthy silhouette, this popular number looks really sophisticated when it's styled the right way. The cut is wide throughout the leg and flares downwards from the mid-thigh. Unlike bell-bottom jeans, the wide-leg design features a more triangular shape, with a flare that's more gradual.

Abbott Wide Leg, $580.98, A.L.C. from Revolve

Low-Rise Jeans

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While many are in heated discussions about the comeback of lowrise jeans, this iconic design from the '00s hasn't fully disappeared. Sitting right below your belly button, some of us are still into low-rise jeans because of their form-fitting appearance that hugs your lower body and it also offers the most casual look as compared to mid-rise and high-rise jeans.

Blue 1969 D-Ebbey 0dqad Jeans, USD$395 (S$537.63), Diesel from SSENSE

Mid-Rise Jeans

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Mid-rise jeans usually sit between your waist and your hips. If you're one with more curves, you'll look best in the higher mid-rise jeans (look for a waistband that covers and sits slightly above your belly button). Essentially, this helps to hide your tummy and provides enough coverage at the hips.

Harper Mid Rise Straight, $320.64, AGOLDE from Revolve

High-Rise Jeans

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High-rise jeans have been and are still in the rage for good reason. Many are fans of this style because it provides great coverage for your rear end, while lengthening legs and balancing out the hip area as it usually sits at your natural waist, around your belly button.

Ultra High Rise Wide Leg Fit Jeans, $229, Calvin Klein

Bootcut Jeans

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Eponymous to its name, bootcut jeans were made popular as they were usually worn with, well, boots. They typically flare out slightly from the knees and feature longer pant legs.

Black Bias Bootcut Jeans, USD$865 (S$1,177.35), Rick Owens Drkshdw from SSENSE

Boyfriend Jeans

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Typically designed with a slouchy, relaxed fit, boyfriend jeans are oversized and sits lower on the hips. The silhouette, made popular in the 1960s by Marilyn Monroe when she first wore a pair on the set of Misfits, the boyfriend jeans are a versatile pair that can be styled in from casual to chic.

Levi's® Women's High-Rise Boyfriend Jeans, $134.90, Levi's

Mom Jeans

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With more women embracing high-waisted silhouettes and relaxed fits, mom jeans have started to become a hot favourite amongst the masses. Given the rise in popularity, the mom jeans have seen many iterations these days, but the standard design usually comes with a tapered leg and allows some room in the bottom and waist area.

Mom Jeans, $229, Hugo Boss