• High-rise waist that sits firmly above the hip, creating a defined silhouette without any gaping at the back.
• Straight leg cut with a generous sweep through the thigh - the leg falls cleanly from hip to hem with a slight wide-leg lean that grazes the floor.
• Single statement rip at the knee adds an lived-in edge without overdoing it; the distressing is deliberate, not scattered.
• 100% cotton construction means these breathe throughout the day and soften further with every wash, moulding to the body over time.
• Classic five-pocket design with a button fastening at the waist - functional and true to denim tradition.

A Saturday afternoon in these and you'll understand why a well-cut straight-leg jean is the one piece that never needs replacing. The high waist does the heavy lifting - tuck in a fitted square-neck vest the way the model has here and the proportions land exactly right, with strappy heeled sandals to keep the leg line long. The ripped knee keeps the whole look grounded and casual rather than polished, making this the right choice for a browse around a market, lunch with friends, or a low-key evening out. Come cooler weather, swap the sandals for chunky white trainers and layer an oversized shirt or longline jacket over the top. The straight leg sits well over both, so the shape stays clean regardless of what you pile on. These are the jeans that get worn on rotation - not saved for the right occasion, because they suit most of them.