When it comes to casual style, jeans are absolutely essential. But all pairs are not created equal. Your jeans wardrobe should be able to take you from day to evening, and from the office to the soccer field. With that in mind, here’s our guide to denim that will get you through spring in style.

TROUSER LEG
HOW TO WEAR IT: Most office-appropriate of all denim styles, these jeans look effortless with a slim-cut button-down or a cropped leather jacket. The cut and detailing add sophistication.

OUR PICK: Anlo Roth jean, $198 at Smith Bros., Bryn Mawr

HIGH WAIST
HOW TO WEAR IT: This red-carpet fave, not for the tame (or the pear-shaped), is perfect with a glam loose-fitting top and sky-high heels, creating a super long leg.

OUR PICK: 7 For All Mankind Crissy jean, $245 at Knit Wit, Bryn Mawr

BOOT CUT
HOW TO WEAR IT: The ultimate cut to flatter every size and shape, boot-cut jeans are your old reliables, versatile enough to go from stilettos to sneakers.

OUR PICK: Joe’s The Starlet, $176 at South Moon Under, Wayne

SKINNY
HOW TO WEAR IT: You don’t need to be a size-zero glamazon to wear them. More forgiving than you may think, this style can dress up or down, fabulous with both heels and flats.

OUR PICK: Earnest Sewn Harlan jean, $215 at Smith Bros., Bryn Mawr

WIDE LEG

HOW TO WEAR IT: Melding style and comfort, this cut looks best with heels and a form-fitting top. Remember, the wider the hem, the bigger the statement.

OUR PICK: Goldsign Treo jean, $218 at Knit Wit, Bryn Mawr