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At the same time, the high-waist creates the illusion of longer legs.
Plus, these jeans are available inextended sizesas well.
The girlfriend silhouette features a mid-rise waist with a tapered leg that can be rolled up.

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Petite sizing and the cuff at the ankle make these especially suitable for those with smaller proportions.
It also doesnt hurt that the style helps to elongate your legs thanks to the high-rise.
Thats where a wide-ranging denim brand like Madewell is the perfect place to shop.

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The high-rise and sculpting pockets will leave you snatched while the wide-leg looks chic with all sorts offootwear.
The cropped length will help them fit better on a petite frame.
Bonus: Theyre made from recycled and organic cotton.

Wear yours with heeled sandals orChelsea bootsto add even more length to your silhouette.
Like all the best jeans, these will go with just about anything you fancy.
These are form-fitting from the waist to the knee, then flare out discreetly.

The vibes are: early 2000s-era Avril Lavigne but elevated.
Theyre available in petite sizing and in three shades of blue, too.
Theyre made from cotton and a touch of spandex for ease of movement.

Short sizing in jeans refers to shorter inseam lengths for people with shorter legs.
Iris has been a contributing writer for Byrdie since 2024, writing fashion shopping stories.



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