If you’re a column shape you may struggle to find jeans that fit well, don’t bag, and create curves that give you a noticeable waistline. But once you know what styles and elements to look for in a pair of jeans, shopping for jeans becomes much less stressful, and much more fruitful!
I’m a personal stylist and for the past 18 years I’ve worked with hundreds of column shaped women, helping them to build and develop a collection of clothes that they look and feel amazing in.
This post shares my tried and tested knowledge of choosing jeans for column body shapes, so you can finally find a pair of jeans that you feel good in! It shares:
So scroll on down to learn what to look for, and where to find it!
If you’re not sure if you’re a column shape, take my quiz below before you go any further, as if you’re not a column shpae, then the tips and styles below might not work for you!?
TOP 5 TIPS FOR BUYING JEANS WHEN YOU’RE A COLUMN SHAPE
1/ tip one for buying jeans when you’re A column shape.
I know this probably isn’t going to be a popular one, but my first tip for buying jeans is to buy jeans that feel a little snug. Denim almost ALWAYS relaxes a little, so it pays to buy jeans that that are a little sung as this allows for them relaxing. Next time you try jeans on, try on your usual size, and try a pair that are half a size smaller. If you can get into the smaller pair, going for those, they should relax to the right size after a few hours of wear.
2 / Tip two for buying jeans when you’re a column shape.
If you want to create a curvier silhouette, or want a more defined waistline, look for jeans styles that have a little volume or below the waist band or around the hips and thighs. Styles like this will create a curvier bottom half, which will give you a more defined waistline.
3/ tip three for buying jeans when you’re A column shape.
Jeans that have fading, rips, zippers or whiskering will add interest and depth to a pair of jeans, that can create the look of a curvier silhouette.
4/ tip four for buying jeans when you’re A column shape.
Avoid buying jeans that are cut for a curvy figure. Some brands have ‘curvy’ ranges that are designed for rounder hips, and defined waists so you may find they are a little loose on you around the hips and bum. Regular cuts that have a slightly straighter cut will be a much better fit.
5/ tip five for buying jeans when you’re A column shape.
Look for jeans that have a mid to high rise as these are a great way to create more definition at your waist.
THE 10 MOST FLATTERING JEANS FOR A COLUMN SHAPE in 2025
1 – These Barrel Leg jeans do a great job of adding a little volume and weight to your bottom half, which will give you a more defined waist and a curvier bottom half. For maximum waist definition, make sure these are small enough to fit you neatly around the waist, and cinch them in further with a belt.
2 – These skinny jeans have a high rise that will create definition at your waist, and they have whiskering across the hips that adds interest and a little width to give the look of a curvier silhouette.
3 – These skinny flares are a great way to showcase your slim figure and create a little shape. The high rise that will add definition to your waist and volume below the knee well give you a curvy silhouette.
4 – This paper bag style are perfect for column shapes who want to create a curvier frame! The waist tie cinches you in at the waist, and the pleats above and below the waistband add a little volume which helps to further define your waist.
5 – Tapered leg jeans are a great style on column shapes as they make legs look a little curvier. This pair have a neat high rise that will give you a waistline.
6 – These straight leg jeans have a little distressing which adds interest, a high rise to create a waist and a straight leg to fit well.
7 – If you want the look of a fuller butt, curvier hips, and a more defined waistline these are for you! the pleating below the waist band does a fab job of adding a little volume and shape to your bottom half
8 – I love wide leg jeans on column shapes, especially if they have a high rise like these. They will create a waistline and add a little volume and shape.
9 – These high rise, wedgie fit, straight jeans will give you a fuller butt, curvier hips, and a more defined waistline.
10 – And these cargo jeans are made for your column shape. The pockets and military detailing add a little volume and shaping to your frame to create a curvier sillhouette.
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