The 20 Best White Jeans for Pretty Much Every Summer Event, Starting at $35

• What We Like: all organic cotton, button fly
• What We Don't Like: non-stretch cotton requires some breaking in
• Size Range: 23 to 34

“I love the trendy ‘90s straight leg high-rise jeans,” says stylist Appelt. “These have a really clean look and are a bit more fashion-forward for my clients that like to be on trend. My favorites are the AGOLDE ‘90s pinch waist style.” The bright white marshmallow wash looks crisp and pairs well with everything in your closet.

• What We Like: super-soft stretch fabric, 11-inch rise, 27.5-inch inseam
• What We Don't Like: pricey
• Size Range: 23 to 34

"The cut is super flattering for a curvy figure and they feel thicker and higher quality than most white pants (you can't see through them)," writes one reviewer. "They're very soft and stretchy and look great with sandals." Made with the brand's bright white 9.7 oz. Hyper-Soft Stretch Denim, a left-hand twill fabric that allows the yarns to untwist for a supple, velvety-soft feel, these high-rise cropped bootcuts practically shout "summer fun." The skinny fit through the leg and subtly flared raw hem look right with everything from a T-shirt and flip-flops to a dress shirt and heels.

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“I am obsessed with the Hustler Ankle Fray style from MOTHER,” says senior director of special projects and royals, Rachel Bowie  “I find it runs true to size, but you can also size up by one to get a little extra comfort/give. The denim is 94 percnet cotton, 4 percent polyester and 2 percent elastane and buttery soft, but it feels breathable, too. And it seems to hug in all the right places (I've got hips and I love how these mold to my frame). I also think the quality is worth noting: The price is high, but it's a style you'll live in all summer. I also love the look of the fray hem—reflects the chill vibe of the season.”

• What We Like: 9.75-inch front rise and 15.25-inch back rise discourages muffin tops, variable inseam lengths
• What We Don't Like: 32-inch standard/30-inch petite inseam means heels or hemming for all but the tallest wearers
• Size Range: 00 to 18, standard, petite, tall and plus sizes

For senior editor Dana Dickey, “These are the Platonic ideal of white jeans, with a little something extra—a gentle proprietary slimming panel that’s worked into the front of the jeans, making me stand up a little straighter when I wear them.” The 88 percent cotton/10 percent polyester/2 percent elastane denim weave feels smooth, soft and lightweight.” These are my go-to jeans for when I need to look polished yet casual—and while these run large, I recommend taking your usual size since the long, lean line of these jeans looks better when it’s just grazing the body,” Dickey says.

• What We Like: two percent elastane means mild stretch, dependably opaque, 13-ounce denim
• What We Don't Like: 11.75-inch rise might be too high for some wearers
• Size Range: 23 to 35, with 26.5-, 28.5- and 30.5-inch inseams

Senior food editor Katherine Gillen says, “These Everlane jeans are ecru, not bright white. I actually prefer that wash because it feels more relaxed and less preppy (and I can get away with wearing them outside of the summer months too). The cheeky fit is very booty-flattering and they come in three inseam lengths.”

• What We Like: mid-rise, flattering back pocket size and placement
• What We Don't Like: super-stretchy fabric might not be figure-smoothing
• Size Range: 23 to 37, classic, petite and tall

“I’m honestly furious that J.Crew doesn’t make the same style of my most-favorite white jeans any more, but after ten-plus years they’ve finally reached a point of needing to be replaced,” says fashion editor Abby Hepworth. “This pair is the closest I’ve been able to find and I’m so excited to wear them all summer. The leg is just the right cut—not too loose, but not a true skinny jean either—and I love that it comes in petite and tall sizes too. They do have a decent amount of stretch, so I’d say if you’re between sizes you might want to go with the smaller.”

• What We Like: lightweight denim, trouser-like fit
• What We Don't Like: fabric is slightly see-though
• Size Range: 23 to 33, standard, petite and tall

Dickey appreciates the sleek look of these patch-pocket jeans from Madewell, “since the brand is my go-to brand for well-priced, waist-whittling an high-rise jeans.” This is a new style that looks fresh, ironically because it looks retro—the high-waist, wide legs (17.25-inch leg opening) and front patch pockets are reminiscent of thrift store jeans circa 1974. “The patch pockets don’t bulge the way that inseam pockets tend to, so these are slinky-looking on, and while the lightweight fabric can be a bit see-through, if I wear flesh-tone seamless bikinis, I’m golden.”

• What We Like: soft fabric, opaque
• What We Don't Like: may not be figure-hugging enough for some wearers
• Size Range: 00 to 14

“Cut straight from the hip, I wear these white jeans when I’m kicking around the house, because even though the fabric is low stretch, it has been super soft since I first tried them on,” Dickey says, noting that since these are button-fly and less stretchy, she ensured they’d be comfortable—even post-meal—by ordering them in a size larger than she usually wears.

• What We Like: five lengths, various shades of white
• What We Don't Like: one percent elastane means not the stretchiest
• Size Range: 23 to 37, extra-short to extra-long inseams

Commerce editor Olivia Dubyak  loves that the denim this pair is made from is super comfortable and really sculpts her waist and hips nicely. “Plus, my crop tops hit perfectly against the waist for a cohesive, seamless look.” We appreciate that the wide range of waist sizes are available in inseams that are cut to fit wearers under five feet tall (a 27-inch inseam) and more than 5’11”(a 33-inch inseam). Not only that, but in addition to the standard super-bright white wash, you can snag this pair in cream and oat hues.

• What We Like: drapey fabric, bright white denim, great price
• What We Don't Like: may require hemming
• Size Range: 25 to 32

“I have been really into the baggy look as of late, and this pair from Zara is the crème de la crème,” according to associate fashion commerce editor Stephanie Meraz. “It has a true mid-rise fit that sits right below my belly button, and I find that the denim is slightly stretchy in nature, so it doesn’t dig in at all. With so much fabric and flare because of the wide-leg fit, I was surprised to see how well it hugged my tush in the middle, and they look especially good when paired with heels or a booties. I stuck with my normal size for a comfortable fit that still has some breathing room and give, but if you want a more fitted look that sits a bit higher on the hips, I’d recommend to size down one. To note: I’m 5'7" and this pair pools beautifully at my feet, but for shorter gals, it may need hemming.”

• What We Like: the 10.5-inch front rise and 14-inch back rise is engineered to cover and cradle your curves
• What We Don't Like: lightweight stretchy fabric hugs every imperfection
• Size Range: 23 to 32

On days when Dickey is feeling flat of stomach and optimistic in spirit, she puts on these fancy, super-stretchy Frame jeans in bright white. “They are my most figure-revealing garment next to a swimsuit, and can look fantastic with flip-flops or comfortable sneakers or even, if I’m brave, a pair of heels and a going-out top.” Since these guys are so clingy, though, and buttery soft, she has to do a close VPL check in the mirror, or just opt for a nude thong from the get-go. “Then, as long as I’m closer to a six-pack ab than a food baby, these jeans are great.”

• What We Like: white destruction wash has a touch of distressing, 25.5-inch inseam
• What We Don't Like: can look comically short on tall women
• Size Range: 24 to 31

Appelt often pulls this style for her clients, telling us, “I love a good pair of cropped, white, straight-leg jeans. They are easy to throw on with a pair of sneakers or slides and a T-shirt, or dress up with a blazer and chunky loafers or mule.” While not super-stretchy, these jeans mold to fit your figure the more you wear them.

• What We Like: trending silhouette, warm, near-white Straw Hat color
• What We Don't Like: 26.5-inch inseam might not hit correctly on very tall or very short wearers
• Size Range: 24 to 34

“I got this jean in the Straw Hat color and it magically goes with so much of my closet!” says one AYR reviewer. “I love that it's a creamy neutral. The Beat Drop is one of my favorite jeans, so I'm happy it's coming in new fabrics and colors.” Another reviewer agrees: “I like this cream color over a bright white jean. I feel it's more flattering than a bright white.” Note that the coastal grandmothers and hipsters who love this indie, L.A.-based label say these jeans do run big, so considering sizing down one from your usual.

• What We Like: non-sheer, cool puddling effect
• What We Don't Like: rigid denim might not hit the comfort mark on some wearers
• Size Range: 2 to 12

“I love these from DISSH, with seams that are done with a rusty orange-hued thread, giving some nice definition to these jeans without actually introducing a bright pop of color,” says Hepworth. “So they’ll still go with all your favorite summer tops. They do run small and have no stretch, so you’re likely better off going up one from your usual size.”

• What We Like: trendy hem treatment, comes in three lengths
• What We Don't Like: flapping hem is annoying to some wearers
• Size Range: 24 to 35, regular, petite and tall

“These are the best pair of white jeans for athletic legs,” writes one reviewer, even noting that they ordered a second pair as a backup in case this style is ever retired. This full-leg, loose all the way down style has one percent stretch, so it’s comfortable, and the raw-edge hem means you can just take a scissors to them to customize exactly where you want them to fall on your heels or your sneakers. And the split-leg design is one of 2023's top denim trends.

Can denim have the sophistication of a pair of trousers? As evidenced by these AG Kora jeans, yes. All it takes is a wide-leg that falls straight from the high-rise waist, a quality white denim and a 32-inch inseam to fall straight over a pair of heels or wedges. The wide-leg look is super on-trend right now, both worn with flats or heels, so we recommend you nab two pairs so that each length can be ready to go.

• What We Like: natural wash colorway, long-lasting stretch recovery
• What We Don't Like: only comes in 30-inch inseam
• Size Range: 24 to 32

The 12-ounce cotton twill fabric is a great all-year choice, as is the refreshing off-white natural colorway of these deceptively slouchy jeans. These regularly sell out, thanks you the flattering fit of the high rise and the medium-wide leg, which shorties can either get hemmed or just roll up, since it comes in only 30-inch lengths. We love that the Buck Mason has added a matching zip-front cropped jacket to their line, so that these two pieces can be worn together for an elevated look.

• What We Like: contoured waist, contains at least 20 percent recycled fabric
• What We Don't Like: super-bright white wash can dull over multiple washings
• Size Range: 00 to 26

There’s no risk of gapping at the waist with these jeans, which are made to hug the leg all the way down to the 14.5-inch leg opening. The waist is contoured so that the 11-inch front rise and 15-inch back rise stay right at the waist where you zipped them. Since these have a trending raw edge, if you need a shorter leg than the 27.5-inch inseam, you can just nip them shorter with a sharp pair of scissors.

• What We Like: lightweight denim, curvy fit
• What We Don't Like: can bag in hips on athletic builds
• Size Range: 00 to 30, regular, tall and petite

The mom jean style is still happening; here, it’s in a pair that’s roomier through the hip and thigh, with a snug, no-gap waist and a straight leg that narrows a little at the ankle, finished by a cute raw hem. The fabric blend is 94 percent cotton, 5 percent recycled cotton and one percent spandex, so it’s comfy. And no need to wear heels—these come in petite sizes, too, that have a 26-inch inseam. All this, plus smoothing front pockets (because moms always need to hold the Littles’s treasures).

• What We Like: slouchy fit sits on hips, 26.75-inch inseam works on petites
• What We Don’t Like: 12.5-inch leg opening might be too skinny for some wearers
• Size Range: 23 to 34

Low rise jeans haven’t gone away, they have just changed their silhouette; today’s low-rise jeans are still slim, but a bit slouchy on the hips, with a touch of give in the rear end. These mid-weight denim jeans have a traditional five-pocket design, button closure and zip fly.