And even certain brands that sell “plus-size” jeans cut corners by working from the same patterns used for their straight sizes, with (often thin) designers not designing for curves ...

Throw on a readymade outfit—a jumpsuit ... There’s nothing like a fabulously flirty top and jeans combo in the sultry summer sun, and you can totally make it a brunch-worthy pair.

Welcome to Jeans ... size you are in one brand may be completely different in another, making this a more accurate method than taking one of those online fit quizzes. And another tip from fashion ...