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Jeans for Shorter People: The Short of It

As someone who is 5’2", I understand the struggle of finding jeans that fit just right. It seems like most stores only cater to those with longer legs, leaving us shorter folks with the options of either buying jeans that are too long or visiting the tailor. But fear not, my vertically challenged friends. I’ve scoured Jersey City and found 10 places where you can find jeans that won’t give you that awkward bunched-up look at the ankles.

  1. Children’s Gap –; Yes, you read that right. Children’s Gap carries sizes that will fit women who are on the shorter side. Plus, the prices are budget-friendly at around $30 a pair.
  2. Levi’s –; Levi’s are known for their quality denim, and they also offer a shorter inseam option for those of us who don’t want to spend a fortune on a pair of jeans. You can find Levi’s at most department stores or online, with prices averaging between $70-$90.
  3. American Eagle –; American Eagle has a variety of styles and sizes, including their Short option, which has an inseam of 26 inches. You can find jeans here for as low as $45 or as high as $100.
  4. H&M –; H&M is known for its trendy clothing at affordable prices. They carry a range of petite sizes, including jeans with inseams as short as 27 inches. You can expect to find jeans at H&M for around $40.
  5. Express –; Express has a section on their website called "Short Jeans for Women," which offers a range of styles starting at around $80. You can also find Express stores throughout Jersey City.
  6. J.Crew –; J.Crew carries petites sizes online and in some stores, with inseams ranging from 25-29 inches. Prices for their jeans can be on the higher side, averaging around $120.
  7. Banana Republic –; Banana Republic has a "Petites" section on their website, offering jeans with inseams as short as 26 inches. You can find jeans here for as low as $60 or as high as $130.
  8. Madewell –; Madewell carries one of the shortest inseam options for petite women at 24 inches. Prices can range from $75-$130.
  9. Nordstrom –; Nordstrom carries a range of brands that offer petite sizes, including AG, Paige, and Topshop. Prices can vary widely, but expect to spend around $100-$200 for a pair of jeans.
  10. Athleta –; Athleta has a "Short Inseam" option on their website, offering jeans with inseams as short as 26 inches. Prices at Athleta can be on the higher side, averaging around $100.

So there you have it, 10 places in Jersey City where you can buy jeans that won’t make you look like you’re wearing your big brother’s hand-me-downs. Don’t let your height hold you back in the style department –; there are plenty of options out there for us shorter folks!

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