The '90s High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

I usually buy a size down from Madewell. Based on reviews, I bought my actual size and they were the typical size or two too big from Madewell. I would stick with what your normal size is from this company - or if you’re new to Madewell, size at least one size down.

Love them so much but they are so tight in the waist. Not sure if I can make them work :(

I typically have to have my jeans altered, but it wasn’t the case with these. I am 5’7, athletic, inverted triangle shape, 130 lbs. They make my waist look tiny and hug my butt in the right places. Straight leg all the way down so love with a crop top or fitted tee, nothing oversized.

Found the sizing to be spot on. Right out of the bag they are good. The true test is after they are worn for a few hours. But based on the amount of stretch, they should be good. Looking for a wider leg but not too baggy for an older gal. Done with skinny jeans.

All my Madewell jeans are 27s, same style. Ordered a 27 and could barely get it over my hips. Madewell - do better. This was so upsetting.

I ordered my normal Madewell size and while the legs fit fine, the fit is way too small in the waist. This might work well for someone with a small waist relative to hips/thighs.

I’m 43 and loving these jeans. They feel thick and well made like jeans back in the days. I’m somewhere between a 6-8 and the 29s fit just right. Initially a little belly roll coming out but they loosened up just fine throughout the day. Nice high rise. Perfect for everyday wear. Decent price while on anniversary sale.

Love the wash of these jeans! I’m always a 27 in Madewell jeans and ordered a size up. They fit perfect

The waist on these jeans is so tight compared to the rest of them that I sized up, but they still didn't fit. I ordered two sizes up but I am doubtful that they'll work. The waist on the single size up gaps in the back, but is tight up front. I don't remember jeans in the 90's fitting like this. They also have extra material around the crotch. I've ordered another size up, so maybe they'll fit loosely enough to be comfortable. I like he thick denim material. Who are you making these jeans for?!

Purchased size 29 and it's a little loose which I like. I am 5'5", 132lbs so I do not expect to look like the model. Reminds me of Gap jeans from the 90s and if you like that look and material, it is for you.

These jeans were not at all the quality that I normally expect from Madewell. The wash looks incredibly cheap in person and I could tell it would be much worse after a wash instead of looking lived in. I took my normal size for Madewell and the fit was fine, but the quality of the material was also poor and not at all like my older pairs of Madewell jeans. These were an immediate return.

Order my true to size 27 I’m 53 and 120 pounds. It was not cute. Look nothing like it did on the model, so disappointing.