There's something about finding the perfect pair of jeans that is so refreshing. It's a go-to pant in most of our closets, and the right one complements even the dullest of outfits. But for women over 50 who are petite and on the shorter side, searching for jeans can become a challenge for a few different reasons. Whether it's waning confidence because your body is changing, or you just feel like many popular styles don't look good on an older body, denim shopping as you age can open up some concerns.
However, there are plenty of ways to gain any self-esteem you've lost recently and find the best jeans for short women over 50.
Emily Gray, a celebrity stylist who has styled notable individuals like Kelly Rowland and Valerie Bertinelli, says when it comes to denim, stylish women over the age of 50 aren't necessarily trying to dress like they did decades ago. They're "dressing smarter."
"The right pair of jeans can completely change how you carry yourself," she tells Parade. "The goal isn’t to dress younger, it’s to dress in a way that still feels modern, flattering and authentically you, all while still having a style personality."
While it's true that our style evolves at the turn of every decade, it can feel like some things hold you back from really pinpointing the best denim for your height and age. But don't worry; below, two celebrity stylists weigh in with seven styles of jeans short women over 50 look best in. Plus, they share which styles they recommend avoiding, and why.
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The best jeans for short women over 50 really depend on a lot of aspects.
Michelle Barrett, a celebrity stylist who has dressed clients like Katy Perry and Rosie Jones, points out that "body types" matter when looking for the right ones. She says some women at this age might want to have a more flattering jean choice for their midsection.
To achieve this, she suggests trying "to avoid skinny jeans, as they will only emphasize this."
Instead, she recommends, "Go for a straight-leg, for balance."
Gray agrees with that style choice and suggests that a straight-leg, specifically with a higher rise, will go an even longer way.
"Some of the best jean styles for [short] women over 50 are going to have a higher rise with a straight-leg to flatter their petite stature by lengthening their figure and highlight their curves in all the right places," she tells Parade. "They'll probably have a kick flare or mini boot cut because it creates proportion and balance."
She also points out that soft barrel jeans are a similar choice to the early boyfriend jean style of the early 2000s. So even though this is a trendier choice, she says, no matter the age, it can be an ideal option.
"I am loving the soft barrel-leg as a fun fashion choice because it actually can look very chic and modern and age-appropriate when styled correctly for this particular demographic," she explains.
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What Should Short Women 50+ Look for When Shopping for Jeans?
"Women over 50 still want to feel current, but they’re often dressing with more intention now," reveals Gray.
She says that trends might come secondary to other factors that matter like "comfort, versatility and confidence."
"The best denim for petite women at this stage is really about balance," she notes. "As a stylist, I would suggest something polished enough to feel elevated, but comfortable enough to live in."
Gray, who describes herself as petite, reveals that to her, "proportion matters in denim."
"Even a one-inch difference in hem length can completely change how polished and elongated the body looks," she explains.
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Barrett also suggests that women of this age and height might try darker colored jeans, with matching articles of clothing to match. Almost going for a monochromatic look.
"Go for indigo blue," she reveals. "Wear these with a dark top as this will be slimming and give length."
She adds that short women with longer torsos might want to wear "medium-waisted or high-waisted" denim since it makes the legs look longer.
For shorter women in general, she suggests hemming your jeans alongside the shoes you envision the outfit with, to accurately fix them up.
"If you need your jeans taken up, take them to the tailors with the shoes you intend to wear them with to get them altered correctly," the celebrity stylist shares.
Gray also explains the importance of going to the tailor to make your jeans even better.
"If I can leave all my short lady readers with one last bit of advice: find yourself a great tailor," she declares. "They’ll change your life."
Mainly, both Gray and Barrett suggest avoiding low-rise jeans.
"I generally steer petite women over 50 away from very low-rise denim, not because of any age rules, but because most women at this stage are looking for comfort, support and ease through the midsection," Gray explains.
Barrett says that more petite women might want to avoid low-waisted jeans since they tend to "make the legs look shorter."
Other styles that some women may want to steer clear of in the denim section include overly baggy, wide-leg jeans, according to Gray. That's because they can appear to eat up a smaller person, looking bigger than they're supposed to.
"Extremely oversized denim can sometimes overwhelm a shorter frame unless tailored very intentionally," she says.
And while super skinny jeans aren't completely out of style, Gray says that short women over the age of 50 should avoid wearing them as "they can sometimes feel visually heavy or dated compared to a cleaner straight silhouette that is just a bit more current and timeless."
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7 Best Jeans for Short Women Over 50, According to Celebrity Stylists
It can be hard to find just the right pair of jeans if you're a shorter woman over the age of 50. The stylists outline the best styles to look out for.
1. Straight-leg jeans
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According to Barrett, straight-leg jeans are a way better option than a wide leg. She says those can be "overwhelming" and make short women look even shorter than they are. Going for the straight leg allows for a streamlined look.
"A straight leg draws the eye down," she shares.
2. Cropped kick-flare
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These jeans make such a good choice for more petite women over 50, says Gray. She points out that they're best for balancing curves and feeling current "without trying too hard."
"A cropped kick flare or mini bootcut is fantastic on petite women because it creates movement and balance without overwhelming the frame," she explains. "Showing a little ankle keeps the silhouette lighter and visually lengthens the leg."
Gray suggests pairing jeans like these with patent loafers, kitten heel sandals, clean sneakers or sleek boots.
3. Indigo denim
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Color can work as a style in itself, since in this case, indigo can actually be a lot more flattering than some people think. According to Barrett, darker colors in general will have this effect, but her favorite suggestion is indigo.
"The darker the color the more lengthening and slimming it will be," she shares. "A lighter shade makes the wearer look wider, thereby shorter. Works even better worn with a dark top too."
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4. High-waisted jeans
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This style of denim will automatically lengthen your legs, says Barrett.
"If you are short-waisted, go for medium-waisted jeans—but avoid low-waisted as they will only make your legs look shorter," she reveals.
5. Bootcut jeans
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Bootcut jeans are best for women over 50 who are on the shorter side since they allow you to spice up your look while still looking stylish, says Barrett.
"Bootcut allows you the space to wear heels or boots with heels underneath comfortably without clashing," she explains. "This can give you an added hidden height."
6. Denim with vertical fading, marks or seams
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"This draws the eye downwards but only works on a slim or straight leg cut," reveals Barrett.
This type of jean will give you a balanced look that can elongate your legs, she tells Parade. Why?
"It creates like a vertical stripe down the leg," she explains.
To get a similar effect, without vertical marks or seams, she says, "Alternatively, wear a horizontal stripe top with a pair of indigo straight-leg jeans, and this will also make the legs look longer."
7. Soft barrel leg
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Gray suggests this jean style as her "fashion-forward stylist pick." When the proportions are correct, she says they can look "incredibly chic" on shorter women over 50.
"The key is choosing a more refined shape that gives way to a more modern style without adding too much heaviness at the bottom," she states. "It balances out because less weight at [the] ankles means we can make room for our curvy hips up top still and rock this shape."
She also reveals that this type of jean is great because the silhouette "tapers slightly at the ankle as they maintain structure while still feeling relaxed and current."
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