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The CF Denim Guide—We've Found Your Must-Have Jeans For Back-To-School

September 26th, 2016 at 2:00am

Sponsored by Old Navy

When it comes to personal style, denim is a universal essential. Regardless of what school we attend or how we define our style, all of us can bond over a great pair of jeans. They’re understated and universally flattering (if you can find the right fit, of course).

Finding jeans that flatter you in all the right places and don’t cost a fortune is a way bigger challenge than it should be. Honestly, why is this so difficult?

Luckily, CollegeFashionista has you covered. We’ve scoured the market to find the best everyday denim pieces to give you the lowdown on our must-have denim for back-to-school season.

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Old Navy’s Built-In Sculpt (for women) and Built-In Flex (for men) jeans make you feel great when you look in the mirror and in your wallet. These jeans use an innovative compression fabric to shape and hold you in for a slimming effect. And while we all look great the way we are, having that little boost makes us feel even more amazing. They come in a variety of washes and rises so you can find the fit that makes you feel most confident.

One of our least favorite things is when denim is stiff and restrictive — we’re gurus on the go! These jeans are built to mirror your every movement. And the best part? Even though they offer a lot of stretch, they won’t bag out after multiple wears. (So they can stay your favorite jeans for, well, ever.)

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Our Style Gurus are always on the forefront of the latest fashion technology. Check out how they’re using these denim styles to pull together the perfect collegiate look:

Sydney Ferrara, Temple University

I styled these jeans with an oversized gingham blouse and block heels to dress up my look. Having a good pair of jeans that fit me like a glove makes me feel empowered as ever!

Peyton Lee, York College of Pennsylvania

I’m so excited I found these jeans because they fit me so perfectly! I didn’t know jeans could fit this well. I could style them in so many different ways and can’t wait to experiment with different washes.

Gretchen Reese, University of Wisconsin

A lot of my fashion inspiration comes from the model off-duty look. I love that these jeans have a higher waistline and make me feel model-confident!

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