Slim fit jeans follow the leg closely, in the same general family as skinny jeans, but with a bit more room through the thigh and calf and usually a slightly wider leg opening at the hem. The result is a fitted look that is less form hugging than a true skinny cut.
This small amount of extra room makes slim fit jeans more forgiving across different leg shapes and more comfortable for extended wear, while still reading as a modern, tailored silhouette rather than a loose one. Slim jeans can be made in rigid or stretch denim, with stretch versions offering the closest, most flexible feel.
Slim fit works with most footwear, from sneakers to boots, since the leg opening is narrow enough to look neat without being as restrictive as skinny styles. See our men's jeans fits and women's jeans fits guides for how slim compares with other cuts.
