When browsing for denim online, use the zoom feature (if available) to inspect stitching details.

If you could’t find this info on the label or website, that’s often a red flag.

This process makes buying your jeans both more transparent and likely to be your best fit.

Former Byrdie editor Aimee Simeon wears a black jacket, white top, and light wash jeans

Dion Lamar Mills for Byrdie

That being said, we know thatdesigner jeansaren’t always realistic for your budget.

The best way todetermine your jeans sizeis by measuring a pair of jeans you already have.

Then, use those measurements to shop for a new pair.

Sometimes, jeans will come with a letter after the size number.

If they’re specialty jeans (i.e.