Essential straight jean in all-day stretch
Fits slightly small based on
- 79% cotton/20% TENCEL™ lyocell/1% Lycra® spandex.
- By buying cotton products from J.Crew Factory, you're supporting our investment in Better Cotton's mission to help cotton communities survive and thrive while protecting and restoring the environment; this product is sourced through a system of mass balance and therefore may not contain Better Cotton.
- This style is made with recycled materials.
- All-day stretch fabric: low stretch, with an easy feel and a little bit of give.
- Sits at waist.
- Fitted through the hip and thigh, with a straight leg.
- Classic inseam: 27"; petite inseam: 24".
- Zip fly.
- Traditional 5-pocket styling.
- Machine wash.
- Import.
- Item BJ823.

Reviews
Fits slightly small based on
15 customer reviewsFilter reviews 1 - 6 of 15 Reviews
What customers are saying:
Most customers appreciate the classic style, quality, and comfort of these jeans, noting they hold their shape well and offer a flattering look for certain body types. Many recommended considering a size up since the jeans tend to run small, with a cropped fit that works great for petite frames but might feel too short for taller customers. Several customers who usually benefit from a regular fit mentioned that the jeans can be snug, particularly around the waist and lower portion, so checking measurements is a good idea. Overall, customers enjoyed the timeless design and value of these jeans, especially when they’re on sale.
Generated from the text of customer reviews.
Jmastyle
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Age: 45 to 54Body Type: AthleticHeight: 5'7"Size Purchased: 28Fits true to size
Love’
October 31, 2025Love the classic feel and stretch!
Helpful?Daisy
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Body Type: Straight and slenderHeight: 5'3"Size Purchased: 26Fits true to size
Great Jeans
April 11, 2023This pair of Jeans is the one I've been searching for for a long time! Great fit for my petite figure (5'3'') and classic shades! It's kina full length for me (reach my ankle) so I can imagine it'll be considered as crop for tall girls. I'm very glad about this purchase especially when it's on sale!
Helpful?Jsteiner35
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Age: 35 to 44Body Type: PetiteHeight: 5'3"Size Purchased: 26Fits true to size
Great everyday jean
April 3, 2023Really like this pair of jeans. Fit great and wear well.
Helpful?Boymom
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Age: 35 to 44Body Type: Curvy on bottomHeight: 5'6"Size Purchased: 26Fits small
Comfortable on trend
March 31, 2023Overall these jeans are soft, hold their shape and are great jeans! Especially on sale. However, I have the white button down essential straight and the black essential straight both in size 26, but this pair fits a bit more snug and seem a tad shorter.
Helpful?Mira
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Size Purchased: 30Fits true to size
Perfect any occasion denim
March 17, 2023I’m an older millennial who is finally accepting that my skinny jeans are no longer in style (not to mention no longer flattering since I’ve gained some weight). These were the perfect amount of relaxed without being too baggy. Best quality jeans I’ve bought in a long time, too!
Helpful?AYORK
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Age: 25 to 34Body Type: HourglassHeight: 5'5"Size Purchased: 25Fits small
Tight
March 12, 2023Fits very tight in the lower waist and is not stretchy. So tight it made my stomach hurt. Sad because it is a final sale, so pay attention to that.
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