10 Best Men’s Denim Jeans

Shopping for the best men’s denim jeans can be a pain in the neck, whether you’re taking your quest to the shops or staying cool at home with the virtual marketplace. But we’ve drawn together our top ten choices to help you limit the time you spend clothing yourself, so you can get back to doing what needs to be done. Likewise, if you’re shopping for a loved one, this list will check all the boxes—fit, fabric, durability, and style. Since its invention of denim in 1873, jeans have been the choice of working men. In the past few decades, they’ve come to be the choice for leisure and casual wear, as well.

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1. Wrangler Authentics’ Regular Fit Flex Jean

Tailored to provide a straight fit through the hip and thigh, these classic men’s jeans are ideal for outdoor work or a casual lunch meeting. The denim is 99 percent cotton with one percent spandex that provides a touch of give, so your stride is never impaired by unyielding fabric. Two front scoop pockets with a watch pocket and two embroidered back pockets offer plenty of places to keep your essentials while you’re on the move.

2. Signature Gold Label Men’s Regular Fit Jeans By Levi Strauss & Co.

Not to be confused with the famous anthropologist of the same name, Levi Strauss is credited with the invention of jeans. These Gold Label pants are premium jeans with the same quality that made a name for Levi more than 100 years ago. Durable 100 percent cotton denim with a zipper and button closure is crafted to fit through the leg and hip for comfortable all-day wear. When work or play is finished, simply toss them in the wash and tumble them in the dryer, so they’re ready for the next adventure.

3. 514 Men’s Denim From Levi Strauss & Co.

The 514 cut represents the ideal in modern jean fashion. With a straight leg and easy fit through the hip and thigh, they’re comfortable, whether your business is casual or classy. The 100 percent cotton denim is both thick and durable, making them a perfect wardrobe choice in all seasons. While they incorporate the same quality and durability of the original jeans material, they are tailored to sit below the natural waist for a more modern silhouette.

4. Lee Men’s Modern Series Extreme Motion Jeans

While the standard of 100 percent cotton is excellent, modern guys may need a little give and a lighter weight material to accomplish their daily tasks. Although the cut is classic, the fabric is crafted from a blend of 69 percent cotton, 20 percent polyester, 8 percent rayon, and 3 percent spandex. This creates a durable, flexible, light, and breathable pair of pants with a classic fit through the hips and thighs. Lee has tapered the legs slightly to appeal to a more modern, stylish silhouette, making these your new favorite men’s slim jeans for a night out or just running errands around town.

5. Men’s Comfort Stretch Denim by Izod

Sometimes, life needs a little wiggle room. The same is equally true of jeans. These comfortable, lightweight men’s denim jeans offer all the perks of classic cuts—regular, straight, and relaxed fit—with none of the binding or restricted range of motion that can sometimes occur with all-cotton denim. Crafted from 56 percent cotton, 24 percent rayon, 18 percent polyester, and 2 percent spandex, they’re lightweight and offer just enough stretch, making them the perfect summer jeans whether you’re trimming a sail or running to catch a train to a concert.

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6. The Straight-Fit Stretch Jean from Amazon Essentials

The straight leg cut of these jeans provides a roomier fit for men on the move. It sits below the natural waist and has a less constrictive cut through the hip and thigh. Crafted from 98 percent cotton and 2 percent elastane, they’ve got the right amount of stretch to keep you from losing your stride. Plus, the classic five-pocket design provides plenty of space to keep all your essential items near at hand, wherever the day or evening takes you.

7. Calvin Klein Relaxed Straight Fit Jean

While these jeans provide the tailored silhouette of men’s slim jeans, they’re also cut to provide greater freedom of movement from thigh to ankle. In keeping with modern fashion sensibilities, they sit below the natural waist. The fabric is woven from a blend of 98 percent cotton and 2 percent spandex to bring a little stretch to the party. Five pockets and a durable metal zipper and button closure ensure that these jeans are as practical as they are stylish.

8. Occupational Workwear by Dickies

If you’re in the market for durable men’s jeans, Dickies is at the top of the list. They use only the best 14-ounce premium denim crafted from 100 percent cotton, so these pants will stand up to anything the workday throws their way. A high-quality, heavy-duty ratcheting brass zipper and button closure won’t split or break on you. While the pockets of most jeans are perfectly adequate, these have extra-deep front pockets designed to accommodate spare tools or essential items and keep your hands free.

9. Men’s Bridger Jean from PrAna

Prana prides itself on using only the best, and these men’s skinny jeans are crafted from their signature Organic soft stretch denim. A blend of 75 percent cotton, 23 percent polyester, and 2 percent spandex produces a light, cool fabric with just the right amount of stretch. With a modern fashion sensibility in mind, they offer a snugly tailored silhouette that hugs the lines of the leg from hip to ankle. Machine washable, these will be your go-to jeans for the club or keeping it casual.

10. Akademiks’ Men’s Fashion Jean

If you require a more crafted style to show your own fashion sense without fuss, these artfully faded, relaxed fit fashion jeans are right up your street. The 100 percent cotton denim fabric is durable and comfortable in all seasons, and the jeans are crafted to sit below the natural waist. A relaxed yet tailored fit through the thigh and leg ensure ample room to dance, dash across the street, or relax at your favorite watering hole.

That wasn’t so hard, was it? With luck, your task of shopping is done for the day. Our list incorporates a broad selection of the best men’s denim jeans, whether you want a fitted profile, a classic relaxed cut with a little stretch, or bulletproof fabric and durable hardware for the job site.

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By BCR Staff

July 2019

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