There's something about the new styles of high-waisted pants that are too good to pass up. They're not quite a mom jean (unless that's the look you're going for), for starters. The fit flatters so many different shapes that it has completely infiltrated our social media feeds (cough, Kylie Jenner). With Levi's releasing a revamped line of the hiked-up mom jean, aptly named the Wedgie, it seems like this trend isn't going anywhere any time soon (and we couldn't be happier — its ability to create an instant butt-lift is unrivaled).Whether you're looking for a new pair (spring is just around the corner), or are finally ready to give this style a chance, you can find our definitive guide to finding the perfect high-waist here— but, for some new, must-have-now picks to snatch up, click through the slideshow ahead.
Skinny
This pair is the definition of classic.
Zara High-waist Jeans, $49.90, available Zara.
Light washes lend themselves to a more laid-back look.
Rolla's East Coast Distressed Skinny Jeans, $94, available at Nordstrom.
A little stretch goes a long way when your pants button up this high.
AYR Hi-Rise Skinny, $185, available at AYR.
Wide-Leg
Tuck in a poplin top to make the waist really pop.
ASOS Bianca Flare Jeans, $69 $21, available at ASOS.
More office-appropriate than your average pair of jeans.
Charlie May Wide Leg Denim Jean, $455 $273, available at LN-CC.
Long live your JNCO days.
Alexander Wang Rave Wide-leg Jean, $350, available at Alexander Wang.
Bell-Bottom
Go full retro with braided pocket details.
Somedays Lovin Goldie Rigid Flare Jean, $99, $39.99, available at Urban Outfitters.
Farrah Fawcett-approved.
Rollas East Coast High Waist Flare Jeans, $144, available at ASOS.
Pair with some sky-high, equally-'70s-inspired platforms.
M.i.h Jeans The Principle Super Flare Jeans, $255 $76.50, available at Shopbop.
Vintage Cut
We love how this top-stitching pops.
Rachel Comey Maga Pant, $345, available at Rachel Comey.
Denim is always better with a bold accent.
Karen Walker Blazar Pants with Stars, $275, available at Karen Walker.
Is it still a "mom jean" when so many non-moms are wearing them now?
Topshop Moto Authentic Blue Mom Jeans, $70, available at Topshop.
Kick Flare
Level out the length by choosing a cropped high rise.
River Island Black Cropped Raw Hem Flare Jeans, $76 $24, available at River Island.
You new wear anytime, anywhere pair.
H&M Kick Flare Regular Jeans, $49.99, available at H&M.
There are so many good trends happening here at once: cropped, light-washed, and high-waisted.
Tibi Vintage Wash Cropped Flare Jeans, $350, available at Tibi.
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