More likely than not, you probably own an infinite amount of denim in your closet—more specifically, pairs of jeans. Whether or not that’s the case, knowing how to fold your jeans is key to keeping your wardrobe organized, because while your closet is filled with varying styles of boyfriend jeans doesn’t mean you want to find yourself beneath a mountain of them.
To make it easier on both you and your closet, we tapped Monica Leed and Melody Messick, the founders of Simply Spaced for their expert advice on folding jeans to save space in your drawers and shelves andorganize them, too.
“To fold jeans like a pro, lay them flat, tuck in the bulky seat of the pant against the pant leg, fold the pant in halves or thirds to fill the width of the drawer, bin or shelf they are filling,” they share. To keep them organized, Leed and Messick recommend storing your jeans upright if they’re in bins or drawers, as well as having them color coded from light to dark.
Once you’ve mastered the art of folding your jeans, shop our favorites on the market to add to your own collection.
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Straight Denim Jeans
These will go with anything you wear.Available in sizes 24 to 31.
AMO
Loverboy Jean
Wear these with a vintage tee.Available in sizes 23 to 30.
Anine Bing
Jackie Jeans
The subtle pleating detail is so cool.Available in sizes 24 to 31.
ASOS Curve
Curve Rigid Crop Flare Jeans with Raw Hem
Because who doesn't love a raw hem for that extra cool factor?Available in sizes 14 to 24.
Who What Wear
Plus Size Embroidered Crop Jeans
The embroidery detail really makes these jeans stand out.Available in sizes 2 to 26W.
Balenciaga
Standard Jeans
Light wash denim is so good for spring and summer.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
AlexaChung
Exposed-Button Kick-Flare Cropped Jeans
Perfect for spring.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Citizens of Humanity
Cara High-Rise Cigarette Ankle Jeans
Colored denim is a major trend for spring.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
GOOD AMERICAN
Good Waist Crop Raw | Blue 026
Wear these to brunch on the weekends.Available in sizes 00 to 24.
Victoria by Victoria Beckham
High-Rise Flared Jeans
Tap into the '70s vibe this spring.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Eve Denim
Charlotte high-rise wide-leg jeans
Your legs will look miles long.Available in sizes 25 to 31.
Boyish
The Tommy
Show off your favorite pair of shoes with cropped jeans.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
Goldsign
Benefit High Rise Relaxed Straight Jean
You won't ever want to take these jeans off.Available in sizes 24 to 31.
Ganni
Paneled Jeans
You'll get so many compliments on these wide-leg jeans.Available in sizes DK 34 to DK 42.
Simon Miller
Toluca Cropped High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans
This cut is so flattering.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
Rachel Comey
Legion Jeans
You can even wear these on casual Fridays.Available in sizes 0 to 10.
Zara
Z1975 Jeans with Side Stripes
The striped seam adds a nice pop of color.Available in sizes 26 to 31.
Re/Done
Wide Leg Crop
These will be part of your regular denim rotation.Available in sizes 23 to 29.
GRLFRND
Helena High-Rise Straight Crop Jean
Don't let white jeans intimidate you, you can definitely pull these off.Available in sizes 23 to 32.
Violeta BY MANGO
Slim-fit Push Up Mariah jeans
You can wear these with a white tee or a going out top.Available in sizes 10 to 22.
Whether you've got a closet filled with denim or only have a few pairs, these will make an excellent addition to your newly organized denim selection.