I Always Find Shopping for Jeans Hard, But These Arket Pairs Fit Perfectly

My specialist subjects are handbags and jeans. From spotting a rare Birkin a mile off to identifying the next big style in denim, my expertise in these two categories is incredibly useful for my job. Whilst I'm a self-appointed denim devotee, having tried on hundreds of jeans in my time, I know all about the struggles to find the elusive perfect pair, from deciding on a cut, identifying rigid or soft denim and finally, finding a size that fits like a dream, regardless of the number on the label. But I'm always up for a challenge, and with all my knowledge and ability to try on styles just for you, I've taken it upon myself to check out one high-street store that always hits the denim mark: Arket.
With a focus on elevated wardrobe staples and bringing high quality to the high street, Arket has always been a brand that fashion people turn to, and hunting for great denim is no exception. From tried and true straight cuts to trending wide-leg styles, the brand tackles denim design with a considered edge, just as it does with its sleek tailoring, sunny-day dresses and more.
This week, I took to Arket once again to try on its best-selling denim styles. After falling in love with the now cult Cloud jeans and highly rated Jade style, I returned to put all of its best denim to the test. Whilst finding the perfect pair at Arket is easier than at most other stores, it still helps to have a guide, and so I've pulled all of the best sellers into one concise place, so whether you're looking for timeless straight-legs, trending low-rise cuts or playful flares, you'll find the pair for you.
Keep scrolling to see my Arket jeans try-on, with size guidance and fit reports included. Happy jeans shopping!
THE BEST ARKET JEANS, TRIED BY AN EDITOR
1. ARKET CLOUD JEANS
Style Notes: If you've seen my mega high-street jeans try-on, you'll know I've already fallen for the Cloud jeans once before. Featuring a loose cut and low-slung waistband, I was surprised to like this pair as much as I did, but the relaxed feel and super-soft denim won me over. Taking my usual size, (28) these fit like a dream.
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2. ARKET JADE JEANS
Style Notes: Naturally, I had to put Arket's famous Jade jeans to the test. Hailed as the best straight-leg jeans around by many fashion people I know, this pair certainly didn't disappoint. They're definitely a slimmer straight fit, and I've found that Arket's rigid denim calls for a size up on me (I'm wearing a size 29 here). If you're petite, the cropped style means they hit the ankle just right.
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3. ARKET SHORE JEANS
Style Notes: After being seriously impressed by the Cloud jeans, I was keen to see what the low, relaxed-fit Shore had to offer. The cut is what impressed me most, with a looser fit that didn't feel overwhelming, and the subtle low waist was an easy adjustment for this high-rise devotee. In a softer denim, I took my true size here (28).
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4. ARKET LUPINE JEANS
Style Notes: You might be able to tell from my smile in this photo, but I loved this pair. A super-high-waist style in really soft denim with bold front pockets that add a '70s edge, this pair fits true to size and could be described as a wide-leg/flare hybrid. Lupine is listed in European sizes, so I took a 38, which equates to a 28/29.
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5. ARKET POPLAR JEANS
Style Notes: Last but not least, Poplar. I was immediately drawn to the dark indigo wash of this pair, which feels particularly fresh for 2025. The style comes up mid-waist and is made from the soft, easy denim that continues to draw me back to Arket. The cut is somewhere between loose and straight, with a really relaxed feel. This pair was quite long on me, but it's nothing a little tailoring couldn't fix.
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Relaxed jeans in a relaxed wash = a match made in heaven.
6. ARKET ASTER JEANS
Style Notes: Whilst they didn't look like much when hung up, this pair really surprised me. A flared style with a comfortable stretch, Aster is made of super-soft denim and fits true to size. They were a touch on the long side (I'm 5'2", for reference), every petite person knows to find a great dry cleaner who can hem to your perfect length whilst keeping them looking brand new.
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Florrie embarked on her fashion journey whilst studying in Aix-en-Provence, she began to write her dissertation on the history of fashion and landed her first role at Harper’s Bazaar. Following this, she interned for various publications including Elle, Grazia and Marie Claire before joining the fashion team at Conde Nast Traveller. There, she contributed to international photoshoots, styled pages and covers, and produced engaging digital content. Over eight years of fashion industry experience, Florrie has honed her skills from styling e-commerce photoshoots to personal shopping. Florrie first joined Who What Wear UK as a freelancer before becoming the Commerce Writer. Now, as the Shopping Editor, she monitors current trends, new-in styles, wardrobe heroes and how best to style them.
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