Fall Try-On Haul: Premium Denim On Sale

Hi, friends! I’ve got a premium denim try-on haul for you today, with styles I’ve ordered during all of the Friends & Family sales that are going on right now! This is definitely the time to invest, if any of these have been on your wish list.

SIZING NOTES: I’m 5’5″ and I usually wear a small or medium in tops and dresses, a 29 in jeans and pants, and a size 8 shoe. Gifted items are indicated by c/o; everything else I purchased myself.

Premium Denim On Sale: Paige, Mother & Pistola

As usual, I will provide measurements and fabric content on each item when I can find it, and I’ll share whether I plan to keep it or not. Just remember, even when I decide not to keep something, it doesn’t mean it isn’t worth checking out. I just may not need it, or it may not work for my body type or lifestyle.

MOTHER Dazzler in Wish On A Star

at Motherdenim.com // 25% off at Saks (30) // Stevie pullover (S) // Liza slides (8)

DETAILS: Our most popular mid-rise straight leg hits at the ankle with a clean hem. Made from stretch denim, Wish On A Star is a mid-blue wash with whiskering and fading at the knees.

9 3/4″ Rise; 27 1/2″ Inseam; 13″ Leg Opening
94% cotton/5% polyester/1% elastane
Machine wash
Made in USA

I ordered these jeans with my Saks Friends & Family Sale order, so they were 25% off. As you regulars already know, I love my MOTHER Dazzler in Riding The Cliffside with the raw hem (on a really good sale at Bloomies, Saks and Shopbop right now!) and I’ve been wanting another pair to rotate with them because I wear them so much.

I thought I would try this finished hem version for a change, and I sized up to a 30 because #perimenopause. I love the wash; it’s a really nice medium blue with just enough distressing to have a comfy, lived-in look.

They’re super stretchy and soft and comfortable, but that 9.75″ rise is feeling kind of low to me these days. I feel like they’re flattering and fit well, but they almost read like a skinny. Also, that length is starting to look rather short, as my eye adjusts to seeing more full length styles.

VERDICT: I’m undecided on keeping these. Keep reading…

MOTHER The Mid Rise Rider Flood Jeans in Right On

on major sale at Bloomindale’s (29) (25% off this similar wash) // Stateside tank (S) // Birks (39)

DETAILS: Mid-rise straight-leg jeans with an ankle-length inseam and a clean hem.

10″ Rise; 27″ Inseam; 14.5″ Leg Opening
94% cotton/5% polyester/1% elastane
Machine wash

This pair is very similar to The Dazzler, but it has a slightly wider leg opening, which I think gives them a more current look. I like the slightly darkr wash, and they’re also very stretchy and comfortable, but again, that 27″ inseam looks rather short to me.

I realized I was styling them for summer, and since it’s now officially fall, I decided to try them with ballet flats and a fall sweater, as well as with loafer mules and a cardigan.

VERDICT: These looks definitely work, but I need to try some more combinations before I decide to keep these jeans or not. I’m curious to see them with sneakers, and also flat ankle boots. FYI, Bloomingdale’s has a 6-month return policy, so you can take your time deciding on items like this when you’re in a quandary.

Frank & Eileen Derry Signature Jean

at Frank & Eileen c/o (30) // Stevie pullover (S) // similar slides

DETAILS: Derry is the ultimate all-rounder with a perfect rise, perfect contour waistband, perfect slim-straight silhouette…perfect everything! This jean is never too tight, elongates your leg, goes with every shoe in your closet. — FrankandEileen.com

11″ Front Rise; 27” Inseam; 12″ Leg Opening
81% Cotton, 11% Lyocell, 6% EME, 2% Elastane
Machine wash cold, tumble dry low or hang to dry
Made in the USA

I work with Frank & Eileen is a family-owned, slow-fashion brand committed to ethical and sustainable manufacturing practices, and I recently ordered these Derry Signature Jeans for an upcoming post. I loved their Galway Gaucho Jeans and wore them a ton throughout the summer months—their denim is like butter. I also have the Derry Illusion Pull-On Pants, so I knew I liked this Derry style, so I thought I’d give the jeans a try.

These jeans are quite similar to the MOTHER Dazzler in Riding The Cliffside that I love so much, but if possible, they’re even softer and more comfortable. I also really like the polished hook-and-bar closure, which you can’t really see here, but it makes front tucking easy because you don’t need a belt to look finished (but you can wear one if you want).

Even though it’s almost like having two pairs of the same jeans in my closet, I love this 11″ rise. I find it way more comfortable than the 10″ rise on the Dazzler, and even though I’m trying to like the finished hem, there’s something about the raw hem on a slim straight ankle jean that seems to work better for me. I think it’s because it’s not as much of a defined line where the jean send, so it doesn’t seem to looks so awkwardly short… if that makes sense?

VERDICT: Keeping, for sure! I’ve already worn these a few times. I feel like they’re a classic style that transcends the ebb and flow of the trend cycle, and I know I’ll get a good cost per wear over time even though they’re quite spendy.

Fit Tip: These jeans run small, as indicated on the website. I have the Gaucho Jeans in the 29, but I needed the 30 in the Derry.

MOTHER The Weekend Flare Jeans in Teaming Up

25% off at Nordstrom (29) // Stevie pullover (S) // Leopard slingbacks (8.5)

DETAILS: Designed with a whiskered and sanded finish, these stretch-kissed flare jeans exude retro style. — Nordstrom.com

10″ front rise; 30″ inseam; 19″ leg opening
Material: 94% cotton, 5% polyester, 1% elastane
Care: Machine wash, tumble dry
Made in the USA

These jeans are part of the Limited Time Sale at Nordstrom, so they’re 25% off! This may not be the first time I’ve shown these; I can’t remember, but I still have the tags on, and I tried them on again last Saturday to compare to these other styles that had just come in. Once again, I have a very similar style in a raw hem version that I love and have worn to death, and I thought I might enjoy a darker wash pair with a finished hem for fall.

There’s really nothing not to love about these jeans; they have an amazing fit and feel, and the Teaming Up wash is gorgeous. My only issue is, that 10″ rise is feeling kind of low to me, and with the extra fluff I’ve got going on, they’re just a bit snug in the 29, so I also ordered the 30 while they’re on sale.

The other thing I noticed, but it’s not a deal breaker, is that they’re a smidge too long to wear with flats. See them here with these silver ballet flats…

One of the things I like most about my raw hem pair is, they’re just the right length for wearing with both flats and heels, and I was hoping these would be the same, but maybe they will after they’re washed a few times. (I wouldn’t want to shorten them because they’re perfect with a heel and they’re never quite the same when they’re altered, even with your retain the original hem.)

VERDICT: I’m holding onto these in both sizes for now. I will probably keep one of them, but I’m trying to figure out which size I need.

MOTHER The Weekend Flare Jeans in Layover

25% off at Saks, Bloomies and Nordstrom (29) (petite option) // Stevie pullover (S) // Sam Edelman flats (8.5)

DETAILS: This cult-favorite flare jean has a mid rise with a 32.5-inch inseam and a clean hem. Made from stretch denim, Layover is a mid-blue wash with whiskering and fading throughout. Pairs well with a spotty Wifi connection and airport snacks. — Motherdenim.com

10″ front rise; 31 1/2″ inseam; 20″ leg opening
Material: 78% cotton, 16% modal, 4% polyester, 2% elastane
Care: Machine wash, line dry
Made in the USA

These are the same jeans as the ones above, but in a lighter wash. I ordered these jeans with my Saks Friends & Family Sale order, so they were 25% off, as well. I really like this wash for a more casual vibe, and for whatever reason, they’re just a smidge shorter than the ones in the Teaming Up wash, although the website measurements suggest otherwise. There is no way these have a 31 1/2″ inseam.

ANYWHO. I really like the versatility of this pair. Here they are with the Vince Cecila, a low heeled sandal that I like wearing with lighter wash denim. They day I did these try-ons, it was quite warm outside.

They also work well with these Dolce Vita Kanika Kitten Heel Pumps, and I love this whole look with the rust top.

VERDICT: Very tempted to keep these, although I really need a darker wash pair more, and I love that Teaming Up wash. I also have these in both the 29 and 30, and I’m trying to decide which way to go. I might need to give in and size up in all my jeans at this point, but that’s not to say they don’t run true to size. It’s just me dealing with mid-life weight fluctuations. I’m sure many of you can relate!

Paige Leenah Leenah 32″ Wide Leg Jean in Sagrada

25% off at Paige.com (29) // at Nordstrom (29) // Vince sweater (sold out) // Blondo boots (8.5)

DETAILS: This sleek wide leg is designed with a high-rise, a flattering bow leg and 32″ inseam that pairs perfectly with flats and also works well with a heel for petite women. This style is crafted in our customer-favorite PAIGE VINTAGE denim in a rich saturated dark wash. — Paige.com

10 3/4″ front rise; 32″ inseam; 22″ leg opening
Material: 93% cotton, 5% polyester, 2% spandex
Care: Machine wash, tumble dry

As much as I love bootcut and flare jeans, I do want a good full-length wide leg style in my closet this fall for variety’s sake, but I’ve been frustrated trying to find the right pair. I feel like wide leg jeans work better in the summer in more cropped styles, because you can see a bit of ankle, which helps them not be so overwhelming. As much as I love my PAIGE Anessa in the 27″ inseam, I just can’t seem to style an outfit I love with the 31″ pair.

PAIGE Anessa 31″

As I was pondering this conundrum, I remembered how much I enjoyed my white PAIGE Leenahs last before I injured my ankle and had to stop wearing heels for a while. (See my PAIGE Denim Guide for details on more of their styles.)

PAIGE Leenah

They read as a wide leg, but they have a slimmer silhouette than some, and as described above, a bit of a bowed leg, which I think helps them look not quite so voluminous.

This dark wash with the trouser style hem looks polished, but they’re quite long on me. These boots are the highest heel currently in my closet, so if I keep these, I’ll probably want to hem them a bit shorter. I also don’t love the rear pockets; I feel like they’re pretty large and in charge.

I will say, though, the 10 3/4″ front rise is perfect. It’s high enough to be comfortable, but not so high that I can’t front tuck.

VERDICT: I’m unsure about these. Something is holding be back from loving them, even though I think they’re flattering. If I had a choice and both were hanging in my closet, I think I’d probably choose the MOTHER Weekend in Teaming Up over these every time… so I guess that’s my answer?

PAIGE Anessa Welt Utility Pockets in Tonal Ecru

25% off at Paige.com; not on sale at Nordstrom (29) // Michael Stars top (M) // slingbacks (8)

DETAILS: Anessa is our modern ultra high-waisted wide leg with an easy, relaxed fit and an ankle-length silhouette for an effortlessly chic look. Crafted from comfort stretch denim with plenty of coverage and the perfect amount of stretch, this pair comes in Tonal Ecru with welt utility pockets and a raw hem. — Paige.com

12″ front rise; 26″ inseam; 22″ leg opening
98% cotton, 2% elastane
Machine wash, line dry

I have these jeans from last spring, and since they’re on sale right now, I thought I’d throw them in here because I was playing around with styling them for fall. This is the shorter Anessa style that I referenced above and these are a subtle shade of off-white that is really easy on the eyes. I struggle wearing crisp white denim into fall, but these will make that transition easily.

They do have quite a high rise, at 12″ but somehow they work with a front tuck and a belt, as shown here. I also like them a lot with these suede slingback flats for fall.

VERDICT: I plan to keep these in my closet for the fall season because they’re a refreshing change from all the blue and black jeans I wear.

Pistola Lennon Boot Crop

at Evereve (29) // sweater tee (M) // Franco Sarto Emma (8)

DETAILS: The Lennon Jean from Pistola is crafted in a stretch cotton fabric and features a high-rise waist with a boot-cut leg silhouette and cropped ankle hem. — Evereve.com

Front Rise: 11″; Inseam Length: 27″; Leg Opening: 16 1/2″
95% Cotton, 4% Elasterell-P (T400), 1% Spandex Denim
Machine Wash,Wash Cold,Tumble Dry Low

I’ve shown these before but I tried them with a few different shoes for fall, so I thought I’d show you real quick. I think they work okay with these slingback flats.