The Styles That Keep Selling
Earl Jean’s best-loved cuts — from slim-leg basics to embroidered styles — now available in extended sizing including plus size options.
Plus Size Embroidered Pocket Capri 24W
Men’s Jeans Classic Relaxed Fit
Women’s High Waisted Straight Wide Leg Jeans
Women’s Plus Size Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jean
Blue Men’s Jeans Classic Casual Cut
High Waisted Wide Leg Bootcut Jeans
Womens Plus Size Instantly Slims Classic Relaxed Fit Jeans
High Waisted Stretchy Denim Jeans for Women
What Earl Jean Gets Right
Three decades of women telling brands their jeans don’t fit led to one label that actually listened. Here’s what that looks like in practice.
Superior Quality
Premium denim materials are meticulously selected to guarantee exceptional durability and a luxurious feel. Each piece is constructed with high attention to detail, designed to withstand the test of time while maintaining its original structure and resilience.
Perfect Fit
Advanced tailoring techniques and precise measurements ensure a flawless silhouette for a wide variety of body types. The modern cuts provide ultimate comfort, adapting seamlessly to daily movements without stretching out or losing their intended shape.
Ethical Craft
A strong commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices ensures that every garment is produced responsibly. The entire production process prioritizes environmental conservation, reduces water waste, and strictly supports fair labor standards across the supply chain.
The Story Behind Earl Jean
Earl Jean was founded in Los Angeles in 1996 by Suzanne Costas Freiwald and Benjamin Freiwald. Suzanne, a former fashion stylist, had grown frustrated with jeans that were cut too tight at the waist, too loose in the thighs, and consistently short in the leg — so she redesigned them herself.
The first pair — a low-rise, dark denim bootleg cut — went straight to Barneys Los Angeles without a label. Buyers ordered on description alone. Fred Segal followed shortly after, and by 1997 Earl Jean had found its footing in the most discerning boutiques in New York, Los Angeles, and Miami.
By 2001, the brand had grown to nearly $29 million in revenue and was acquired by Nautica Enterprises. Earl Jean later passed to Apex Global Brands. Today it continues selling women’s jeans — bootcut, capris, plus size, and embroidered styles — through major U.S. retailers.
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Beyond the Jeans
Earl Jean’s line extends to denim jackets, knits, and skirts — pieces designed to work alongside the brand’s core denim styles.
High Waisted Wide Leg Jeans Plus Size Jeans for Women
Men’s Lennox Transcend Slim Jeans
Women Wide Leg Baggy Jeans
Baggy Barrel High Waisted Stretchy Straight Leg Jean
Common Questions About Earl Jean
From sizing to where to buy, here are the answers to what customers ask most about Earl Jean jeans.
Earl Jean jeans are available through major U.S. retailers including Kohl’s and Stein Mart, as well as online resale platforms like Poshmark and eBay for vintage and discontinued styles.
Yes. Earl Jean provides a size chart to help customers find the right fit. Sizing generally runs true to size, but the brand recommends checking waist and inseam measurements against the chart before purchasing, especially for capris and plus size styles.
Earl Jean’s primary focus is women’s jeans and related apparel. The brand introduced a men’s line in 2003, though the core collection — bootcut, capris, straight leg, and plus size — remains women’s denim.
Earl Jean sits in the mid-range to accessible price segment. Original retail prices were around $100 for full-priced styles, but current retail and resale options are often available at significantly lower price points.
Earl Jean was acquired by Nautica Enterprises in 2001 and later by Apex Global Brands. The brand has continued operating as a licensed label, with jeans sold through major U.S. retailers under the Earl Jean name.
Yes. Earl Jean carries plus size options across several of its styles, including capris and straight leg cuts. Plus size availability may vary by retailer and season.
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Find Your Perfect Fit
Use the Earl Jean size chart to match your waist width and pants length before you buy — no guesswork, no returns.
| Size | Waist width | Pants length |
| 24 | 36 cm | 104 cm |
| 25 | 37 cm | 105 cm |
| 26 | 38 cm | 106 cm |
| 27 | 39 cm | 107 cm |
| 28 | 40 cm | 108 cm |
| 29 | 41 cm | 109 cm |
What Customers Say
Real feedback from women who have worn Earl Jean jeans for years — and keep coming back for the fit.
Been buying Earl Jean for years. The bootcut fits better than anything else I’ve tried at this price. Holds its shape after washing, which most don’t.
Patricia M.
I was skeptical about paying more for denim, but three years later I’m still reaching for these first. The color hasn’t gone muddy — just softer. Worth every cent.
Marcus T.
Finally found capris that sit right at the waist without gaping. The plus size fit is consistent, which I can’t say for a lot of other brands I’ve tried.