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69 Reviews

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True to Size (27)
Runs Large (5)
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Sooo comfy

A great quality jean. Definitely on the baggier side, but that's what I loved about them. They're called barrel, but they are a very relaxed barrel, not as aggressive of a curve.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 26

Usual Size: 4


JayneTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 7"

135 lbs

Hourglass

34A

26 yrs

Browse Jayne's reviews (4)

Great fit!

For the girlies with narrow hips, a small booty, and a large chest, these balance the body and are SO comfy!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 30

Usual Size: 8


SarahTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 5"

145 lbs

Full Bust

33 yrs

Browse Sarah's reviews (17)

Perfect casual pant

Fits true to size!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


BrittanyTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 7"

135 lbs

Hourglass

35 yrs

Browse Brittany's reviews (6)

Good fit in the waste and fell nicely w heels

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 4


KierstenTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 3"

125 lbs

Athletic

32B

26 yrs

Browse Kiersten's reviews (14)

Perfect, Low-Profile Balloon Jeans

These fit slightly smaller than other Madewell jeans on me--I went up one size from my typical Madewell size as they have zero stretch. I like the "low" profile balloon shape that these have; they're on trend without being overpowering. NOTE: They are definitely a faded black, not a pure black like in the pictures!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 26

Usual Size: 4


AbigailTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 7"

135 lbs

Straight & narrow

34DD

38 yrs

Browse Abigail's reviews (45)

barrel jeans that actually look good

the length is perfect on me. the sizing is a bit weird though as i have other madewell jeans in sizes 26-27. very happy with these and would purchase!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


EllaTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 5"

136 lbs

Hourglass

26 yrs

Browse Ella's reviews (4)

Good go-to winter jean

I’ve worn the heck out of these. Photo doesn’t do them justice. The black color and fit go with everything, and the style is very current. I am going to buy these in the next size down! (I’m postpartum and they fit now but I’ll need a smaller size in the coming months)

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 31

Usual Size: 10


PamelaTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 8"

175 lbs

Hourglass

38 yrs

Browse Pamela's reviews (18)

Love

These are super cute and flattering. I didn’t expect to like barrel style but found myself wanting to purchase these

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 26

Usual Size: 4


CaitlinIncentivized

Size 4

5' 6"

120 lbs

Straight & narrow

35 yrs

Browse Caitlin's reviews (64)

TTS

I know barrel jeans aren’t for everyone, but I loved these! I’d consider TTS, initially I thought they were going to be too tight in the hips but quickly loosened up. Got lots of wear out of these!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


KatherineIncentivized

Size 6

5' 8"

145 lbs

Pear

34A

39 yrs

Browse Katherine's reviews (220)

So cute

Wore multiple times. Ordered my regular size and it fit great. Stretched out a little bit not bad. Good for everyday and dressed up for work. Waist and hips were nicely fitted which balanced out the wider leg

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 2


TiffanyTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 8"

135 lbs

Athletic

34A

34 yrs

Browse Tiffany's reviews (11)

Why the hate?

These fit TTS or one size down. I am normally a 26, but Madewell runs large so I got 25. They were a little snug in the waist at first but as with all jean they stretched after wearing. Then the waist fit fine, and the length was good! Seems like people are getting the wrong size?

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 2


AnnaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 4"

130 lbs

Pear

32B

38 yrs

Browse Anna's reviews (97)

LOVE

Absolutely love these jeans I’m 5’1 and I wore a 3 inch bootie and they looked good!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 4


JamieTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 1"

129 lbs

Hourglass

34D

36 yrs

Browse Jamie's reviews (38)

Perfect length. A little snug

I'm between a 29 and 30 in jeans and I think RTR recommended the 29 (or the 30s weren't available?), either way, the 29s weren't terrible, but they were a bit snug in the waist and crotch, which got a little uncomfortable. I should've sized up. Overall, they are a nice fitting denim and a perfect length for short gals like me. I have short legs so I usually shy away from barrel leg but these were more subtle so they didn't look overly "barrel-y."

Size Worn: 29

Usual Size: 10


ColleenTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 4"

165 lbs

Pear

36B

57 yrs

Browse Colleen's reviews (116)

Legs for day

These jeans were so flattering. Definitely on the longer side, so they need a heel if you’re not tall, but they make your legs look so long. The sizing was a little tough for me - the waist was quite big but it fit my legs. But that happens a lot for me with jeans. They are stretchy though so if you’re in between, I would size down.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 2


NatalieTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 6"

125 lbs

Athletic

32D

30 yrs

Browse Natalie's reviews (9)

Perfect jeans!

Jeans fit perfectly, and the barrel shape is so cute. Loved these because the black wash wasn't faded but more of a true black. Only reason I didn't keep these is because it's my first month and wanted to try more things out .

Member Fit Notes

True to Size
Just right in Waist
Just right in Hips
Just right in Length

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 4


ZoeTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 4"

120 lbs

Athletic

32C

23 yrs

Browse Zoe's reviews (9)

Comfy jeans

There were very comfortable and fit well. Perfectly baggy.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size
Just right in Waist
Just right in Hips
Just right in Length

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 4


AmandaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

125 lbs

Athletic

34B

51 yrs

Browse Amanda's reviews (29)

Loved

So flattering and fit great

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 4


AlexTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

135 lbs

Straight & narrow

32C

24 yrs

Browse Alex's reviews (7)

Rewrote these jeans so many times

The perfect baggy barrel without being too much on a short gal

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 8


EmilyTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 2"

140 lbs

Petite

34C

29 yrs

Browse Emily's reviews (28)

So cute! I should have sized down or I would have considered buying.

If you have a smaller waist but larger booty, consider sizing down. It sits more on the waist than hips

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 6


ChelseaTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 8"

125 lbs

Straight & narrow

32C

35 yrs

Browse Chelsea's reviews (15)

Buying these!

So flattering and love how they fit throughout. I also loved how they weren't too long on my 5'2 frame!

Size Worn: 24

Usual Size: 0


M.c.Top Contributor

Size 0

5' 2"

120 lbs

37 yrs

Browse M.c.'s reviews (2)

Great Barely Barrel

Nice dark black wash and they are just slightly barrel in a very flattering way.

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


SloaneTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 9"

145 lbs

Hourglass

34D

49 yrs

Browse Sloane's reviews (112)

My favs

I loved these so much. I continue to rent them bc they are a perfect baggy jean

Size Worn: 29

Usual Size: 6


MckennaTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 8"

145 lbs

Athletic

24 yrs

Browse Mckenna's reviews (15)

Love These Jeans!

Love these jeans! They fit to size, and are not too high waisted. They are a perfect barrel jean. Just ordered the 29s!

Size Worn: 30

Usual Size: 10


StellaTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 6"

155 lbs

Hourglass

34DDD/E

24 yrs

Browse Stella's reviews (6)

Great everyday Jean

Super cute with just enough of the barrel leg fit. A bit high waisted and runs maybe a smidge small compared to other madewell jeans.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 4


JoniTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

145 lbs

Pear

32C

42 yrs

Browse Joni's reviews (32)

Flattering fit!

These fit great and are very flattering. I wanted to try the barrel leg style without purchasing, and these perfectly delivered.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


J.j.Top Contributor

Size 6

5' 6"

132 lbs

Hourglass

34D

43 yrs

Browse J.j.'s reviews (7)

Trendy fit

These were fun to try and have the perfect trendy barrel fit!

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 2


RoseTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 8"

140 lbs

Athletic

34B

42 yrs

Browse Rose's reviews (27)

True to size

Comfortable fit

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 31

Usual Size: 8


ValerieTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 6"

144 lbs

Athletic

34B

60 yrs

Browse Valerie's reviews (37)

Great go-to!

Madewell, in my experience, runs big. I got these in a 26 and they’re perfect. For reference, I typically wear 27 or 28. They’re a perfect length and rise, comfortable for all day wear. Nothing over-the-top exciting but an excellent staple denim.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 26

Usual Size: 4


AriTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 8"

Athletic

34A

40 yrs

Browse Ari's reviews (11)

Super cute

Great barrel jean

Member Fit Notes

True to Size
Just right in Waist
Just right in Hips
Just right in Length

Size Worn: 30

Usual Size: 8


ColleenTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 10"

155 lbs

Hourglass

34DDD/E

51 yrs

Browse Colleen's reviews (29)

Loved the fit

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 2


MaggieTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 5"

120 lbs

Athletic

27 yrs

Browse Maggie's reviews (7)

Love the look

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: 30

Usual Size: 6


MimiTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 4"

142 lbs

Pear

34B

41 yrs

Browse Mimi's reviews (7)

Very trendy!

Size Worn: 25

Usual Size: 2


ShadiaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 4"

123 lbs

Pear

34B

38 yrs

Browse Shadia's reviews (135)

Great casual jeans

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


AlexTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 4"

140 lbs

Hourglass

29 yrs

Browse Alex's reviews (2)

cute

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 28

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 8"

Pear

36A

35 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (5)

I didn't love them

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 4


ErinTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 3"

135 lbs

Petite

34C

52 yrs

Browse Erin's reviews (39)

Nice & casual

These fit well but were average as far as cut for balloon barrel jeans--they seem more like straight legs and I was looking for a good pair of black barrel jeans to rent/buy. Nice length for petites.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size
Just right in Waist
Just right in Hips
Just right in Length

Size Worn: 26

Usual Size: 4


DominiqueTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 4"

120 lbs

Athletic

34B

34 yrs

Browse Dominique's reviews (26)

Basic

I was really excited about the balloon barrel cut, but it didn't really deliver. I wore these a ton, but they were pretty basic.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size
Just right in Waist
Just right in Hips
Just right in Length

Size Worn: 31

Usual Size: 12


MorganTop Contributor

Size 12

5' 8"

180 lbs

Pear

36C

40 yrs

Browse Morgan's reviews (92)

Great!!

Some jeans are too barrel leg but this one was perfect!!

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 2


JennieTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 7"

126 lbs

Straight & narrow

32D

39 yrs

Browse Jennie's reviews (48)

Ran snug!

Size Worn: 27

Usual Size: 4


LaurenTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

150 lbs

34D

36 yrs

Browse Lauren's reviews (5)

Liked, would have loved slightly longer

Perfect length for summer/spring/fall with loafers. Needed another inch if you're going to wear with boots. No stretch, slightly faded black, which may not be obvious from the picture.

Size Worn: 29

Usual Size: 6


NicoleTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 6"

135 lbs

Hourglass

32D

41 yrs

Browse Nicole's reviews (50)

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