Found: The 26 Best Tummy-Control Jeans to Buy Now

There are several things to look out for when purchasing a new pair of jeans. Are they comfortable? That's very important. Do they have a versatile wash? Another deal-breaker. And how about the price tag? Though jeans can get very expensive—and fast—sometimes, they're worth the splurge, especially when you know you'll be wearing them nonstop. But there's one other possible design element that you may not have thought about, but once you try it out, you'll never go back: I'm talking about tummy-control jeans that are seriously game-changing.
Tummy-control jeans are exactly what the name suggests. They're designed with built-in panels at the waistline that control from within if that's of interest. Ahead, I rounded up the best tummy-control jeans on the market.
The Top 8 Tummy-Control Jeans
- The Best High-Waist Jeans: Everlane The Way-High Jeans ($118)
- The Best Wide-Leg Jeans: Spanx Spanxshape Everywear Jeans ($148)
- The Best Slim-Fit Jeans: AG Mari High Rise Slim Straight Jeans ($235)
- The Best Straight-Leg Jeans: RE/DONE '90s High Rise Loose Jeans ($275)
- The Best Mid-Rise Jeans: Good American Good Legs Straight Jeans ($99)
- The Best Curve-Friendly Jeans: Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise '90s Relaxed Jeans ($90)
- The Best Skinny Jeans: Wit & Wisdom Ab-Solution Skinny Ankle Jeans ($50)
- The Best '90s Jeans: Madewell The '90s Straight Jeans ($90)
Shop the best tummy-control jeans:
The key to finding the perfect tummy-control jeans lies in opting for a pair with a high waist.
This pair takes a bit of time to break in, but once you do, they're perfect.
Reviewers are raving about how great the fit on this pair is.
If you liked the pair above but want a darker wash, this one's for you.
Madewell knows how to make the best wardrobe staples, including denim.
The fabric of these jeans is designed to sculpt as well as stretch and hold.
Jeans that still have the old-school look but the stretch of a modern pair.
Universal Standard's denim is available in sizes 00 to 40.
This wouldn't be a proper tummy-control roundup if I didn't include two pairs of Spanx.
This pair gives you the popular vintage look without all the searching.
These jeans come with mesh panels that help to sculpt and lift in all the right places.
One reviewer said, "Good quality, great fit, and I love the added spandex in the fabric. They're also soft!."
It's hard to find plus-size jeans that give you the perfect slim fit, but Wit & Wisdom has got you covered.
This story was originally published earlier and has since been updated.
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