Women's Tall Plus Size Jeans

Shopping for Plus Size Jeans

If you’ve tried shopping for tall plus size jeans, you might be wondering if you’re some sort of anomaly. It seems that jeans come in two main varieties—those for short, plus sized women and those for tall, model thin women. Jeans for women who are both tall and plus sized just aren’t that common. Luckily, they are available and we’ve done some of the digging for you.

Finding Proper Fit

When it comes to plus size jeans, it's all about fit. You want jeans that look like they were custom-made for your body. One mistake that many women make is to buy oversized jeans, thinking the added denim camouflages extra pounds. Nothing could be further from the truth! Baggy, oversized jeans actually exaggerate your size, making you appear bigger than you are. You'll be much happier in a pair of jeans that fit properly and make the most of your assets. If, for example, you have mile long, trim legs, show them off in skinny jeans. Along those same lines, a well-fitted pair of jeans that can disguise your problem areas will become your new best friend.

Jeans for Pear Shapes

If you hate your pear shaped body, you could probably use a pair of women's tall plus size jeans that give the appearance of smaller hips, thighs, and butt. For starters, avoid high waisted jeans and choose natural waists instead. You'll find that some of the trendy low-waisted styles work well with your shape. Stretch jeans are great for pear-shaped bodies since they mold to your figure, giving you flexibility and movement where it's needed most. Jeans with a Spandex denim blend lend themselves well to plus size jeans, offering a nearly customized fit with a slenderizing effect.

Jeans for Apple Shapes

If your problem areas are all above the waist, you might think your jeans type is irrelevant, but you'd be wrong. Some types of jeans actually draw more attention to an apple-shaped body, while others help to even out your silhouette. If you are a typical apple, you have thin hips and legs. Show them off! Embroidery, decorative pockets, and other style details draw attention away from a curvy midsection and put it squarely where you want it-- your lovely hips, thighs, and legs. Skinny jeans and capris are perfect for the tall woman with an apple-shaped body since they accentuate long, thin legs.

Since you likely have a full, rounded belly, you'll need to look for jeans with extra reinforcements in the midsection. A wider, higher waist works wonders in holding in the stomach, and some jeans even offer light tummy control. In general, you'll want to avoid thin waistbands in favor of those with more substance.

Where to Buy Women's Tall Plus Size Jeans

Now that you know what to look for in jeans, where should you shop? The following stores all offer jeans designed to complement the tall, full-figured woman:

• JC Penney offers tall plus size jeans in a variety of fits and styles, including boot cut, relaxed, and slim-fit.
• Avenue sells fashionable women’s apparel, including jeans and denim capris, up to size 32. Although not all jeans are offered in special sizes, there is a big selection of tall jeans.
• C.enneV. founder Cheyenne Valenzuela designs jeans for the tall plus size woman. This store is unique in that buyers select either “apple” or “pear” for the perfect fit.
• Just My Size offers plus size jeans in regular, petite, and tall lengths.
• Long Elegant Legs caters to the tall woman more than the plus size woman, but there are still many designs in sizes 14 to 24. Jeans here are available in either a 36” or 39” inseam.