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If you’ve ever worn a pair of true, butt-lifting vintage jeans—whether to the office or just for a belfie to post on your IG feed—you probably already know that while they photograph like a dream and do wonders for lifting the bum, these rigid (a.k.a. stiff, 100 percent cotton fabrication) styles are definitely not the most comfortable choice IRL. Vintage Levi’s and Wranglers are just two of the many standout heritage denim brands that have made a major comeback during the last decade, prompting fashion fiends and vintage lovers to scour their local thrift stores and flea markets to find the perfect-fitting pair.

The Best Vintage-Inspired Jeans at a Glance

Unfortunately, this endeavor isn’t always an easy one, and many of the coveted high-rise styles born in the ’80s and ’90s fit less than flattering unless you’re willing to pay up for repurposed pairs or head to the tailor for a custom (but low-key expensive) fit. Sure, they may lift and sculpt your rear end like no other contemporary pair you’ve tried on the modern-day market, but they also may fit extra loose in the leg and hips, which isn’t always the look you’re going for.

Fortunately, modern denim brands have taken notice of this resurrected mom jean style and have designed vintage-inspired jeans that emulate the iconic look of old-school pairs but with updated silhouettes that hug all of your curves and don’t feel like straight-up leg corsets when you’re wearing them at your 9 to five desk job or a night out. Scroll through below to check out our favorite vintage-looking jeans that are not only ridiculously figure-flattering but also let you move freely (and painlessly) throughout your day.

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The Best Vintage-Inspired Jeans to Buy Right Now

Levi’s Wedgie Straight Fit Women’s Jeans

On Sale 40% off

Designed to mimic authentic vintage jeans, the Levi’s Wedgie Straight Fit Jeans are constructed from a 100 percent cotton material that, once broken in, fits like a glove and lifts, sculpts, and flatters your backside like no other. Bonus: you can save 30% off sitewide through 12/12 during the Levi’s Holiday Sale.

AE Curvy Mom Jeans

On Sale 26% off

These TikTok-viral jeans are constantly out of stock—and there’s a reason for that. These “mom” jeans look like vintage ’90s jeans but with a slightly more fitted silhouette. They’re also on sale for only $37 right now, so it’s a great time to buy.

AGOLDE Pinch-Waist Jeans

On Sale 30% off

Constructed with slightly distressed 100 percent cotton fabrication, these high-rise straight-leg jeans look like the real deal without the pain and immobility you’ll face with your favorite thirfted pair.

Wrangler + STAUD The Loose Jean

If you prefer a baggy jean look, you can still score a vintage-inspired style in the Wrangler + STAUD The Loose Jean. This pair feels reminiscent of that classic pair of vintage Wranglers you’d pick up at a local flea market, but with a high fashion twist (and the coolest STAUD belt loops).

Just Black Denim The Everything Straight

Part of what makes the best vintage jeans so comfy is that they’ve had years of wear, so the rigid cotton moves with you instead of against you. One of the best ways to get the same comfortable fit with a modern style, is to look for something with stretch, like the Just Black Denim The Everything Straight. These under $100 jeans are constructed with a blend of cotton, Elasterell-P, and spandex and also feature a vintage-inspired silhouette that makes them feel like a thrift find (in the best way).

Everlane The Way-High® Jean

On Sale 30% off

Everlane is one of the best places to shop for vintage-inspired jeans and also one of the more sustainable options. Our favorite style? The Way-High® Jean, which has that soft worn-in vintage feel and is made using reduced water practices and from regenerative cotton for an eco-friendly twist.

Abercrombie & Fitch Ultra High Rise 90s Straight Jean

On Sale 24% off

We can always count on Abercrombie & Fitch to deliver the best jeans—especially some truly spectacular vintage-inspired styles, like theUltra High Rise 90s Straight Jean. These jeans are a great option for anyone who prefers a high-waisted fit and also loves the look of a baggier style (which, depending on the era, isn’t usually what we think of when shopping for vintage jeans). At full prices, these jeans cost under $100 but you can get them on sale right now for $68.