There's something about the new styles of high-waisted pants that are too good to pass up. They're not quite a mom jean (unless that's the look you're going for), for starters. The fit flatters so many different shapes that it has completely infiltrated our social media feeds (cough, Kylie Jenner). With Levi's releasing a revamped line of the hiked-up mom jean, aptly named the Wedgie, it seems like this trend isn't going anywhere any time soon (and we couldn't be happier — its ability to create an instant butt-lift is unrivaled).
Whether you're looking for a new pair, or are finally ready to give this style a chance, you can find our definitive guide to finding the perfect high-waist here — but, for some new, must-have-now picks to snatch up, click through the slideshow ahead.
Straight
This pair is the definition of classic.
Zara Straight Cut High-Waist Jeans, $49.90, available Zara.
A medium wash gives off a more laid-back look.
Frame 'Le High Straight' High Rise Staggered Hem Jeans, $245, available at Nordstrom.
A little stretch goes a long way when your pants button up this high.
AYR Hi-Rise Skinny, $185, available at AYR.
Wide-Leg
Tuck in a poplin top to make the waist really pop.
Muvell High Waisted Wide Leg Jeans, $249.48, available at Farfetch.
More office-appropriate than your average pair of jeans.
BDG Cropped High-Rise Wide-Leg Jean, $79, available at Urban Outfitters.
Long live your JNCO days.
Alexander Wang Rave Wide-leg Jean, $350, available at Alexander Wang.
Fully commit to the '70s look by adding on a pair of platform sandals.
Asos Wide Leg Jean With Cinch Back, $65, available at Asos.
Flare
Go retro with a light wash flare.
M.i.h. Jeans Stevie Jean, $255, available at M.i.h. Jeans.
Farrah Fawcett-approved.
Rollas East Coast High Waist Flare Jeans, $144, available at ASOS.
Elongate the look of your legs with a sleek set of flares.
Mango Flared Seven Jeans, $119.99 $59.99, available at Mango.
Vintage Cut
We love how this top-stitching pops.
Rachel Comey Maga Pant, $345, available at Rachel Comey.
Denim is always better with a bold accent.
Karen Walker Blazar Pants with Stars, $275, available at Karen Walker.
Is it still a "mom jean" when so many non-moms are wearing them now?
Topshop Moto Authentic Blue Mom Jeans, $70, available at Topshop.
If a skinny crop isn't your choice silhouette, this wide-leg cropped pair does this trick.
Sonia Rykiel High-Waisted Jeans, $515.27, available at Farfetch.
Kick Flare
Level out the length by choosing a cropped high rise.
River Island Black Cropped Raw Hem Flare Jeans, $76 $24, available at River Island.
You new wear anytime, anywhere pair.
H&M Kick Flare Regular Jeans, $49.99, available at H&M.
There are so many good trends happening here at once: cropped, light-washed, and high-waisted.
Tibi Vintage Wash Cropped Flare Jeans, $350, available at Tibi.
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