I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap. It reminded me that a good pair is worth the investment.
September 6, 20240
Old Navy had floor-to-ceiling shelves stocked with jeans.
Chloe Caldwell
Old Navy was founded in 1994 and now has over 1,200 stores around the world.
When I visited, I found floor-to-ceiling shelves stocked with various styles and sizes, as well as additional racks throughout the women’s section.
It makes sense, considering the brand’s public commitment to size inclusivity — all women’s styles at Old Navy are available for the same price in every size.
I was excited about the potential of finding jeans that might fit my petite frame and ended up trying on a pair of high-waisted straight jeans.
I liked the style of the jeans but was disappointed by the overall fit and feel.
Banana Republic didn’t have as many denim options as Old Navy.
Chloe Caldwell
Since Old Navy didn’t have the jeans I was looking for, I thought Gap Inc.’s more pricey counterpart might have the solution.
Founded in 1978, the elevated retailer now has over 400 stores around the world.
Although the Banana Republic location I visited didn’t have as many denim options as Old Navy, it still offered a decent amount of sizes and styles. I appreciate that Banana Republic offers petite sizes, but unfortunately, I couldn’t find this sizing option in-store.
The Banana Republic jeans felt more firm and well-constructed.
When I visited the store, Gap was filled with back-to-school shoppers.
Chloe Caldwell
When I visited Gap, which was founded in 1969 and now has over 700 stores in North America and Asia, the store was busy with back-to-school shoppers.
Gap didn’t offer as many jean options as Old Navy, but there were still plenty of pairs to choose from.
I sifted through the tall shelves full of denim, looking for a pair of classic straight jeans. Although Gap carries short, long, and extra-long sizes, I couldn’t find a short or petite pair in the style I wanted.
However, I tried on the regular length to determine whether buying them in my size online would be worth it.
Aside from the length, these jeans fit extremely well.
The Gap jeans looked flattering from all angles.
Chloe Caldwell
The Gap jeans were snug yet comfortable on my curves and looked flattering from all angles. The material was comfortable, but it still felt like it’d last for several years.
Although I’d probably order them in a darker wash, these jeans would be great for casual daytime events or errands.
This pair cost $60, which I think is a fair price. However, I did end up seeing the same pair on sale on the Gap website for $36.
Either way, I thought these jeans were worth the splurge. After all, a good pair of jeans is a worthwhile investment.
