comparing *size 16* jeans from 5 different brands (AGAIN!)

[@ImLovingLife21]

My biggest issue with jeans is that a pair that fits comfortably standing up almost never fits comfortably for me when I’m sitting because of my tummy. I’d love to hear your thoughts on this aspect when you’re reviewing jeans! (If they’re stretchy enough to fit sitting down then they usually ride down when I’m walking and if they’re not stretchy, they dig in when I’m sitting and it’s uncomfy)

[@bronteg2250]

I learned very young that I just need to wear belts all the time. And I could loosen the belt if I was going to be sitting for a long time.

[@rikkipoynter]

This is a huge problem of mine. My stomach is what sticks out the most so that's usually why I end up having to size up in jeans.

[@hildastorfors5598]

i always do "the sit test" when i try on jeans or pants in general. you basically just try to sit down and see if the pants are big enough and dont stab your stomach or are too big in the back etc. idk if this is any help but just a tip that works for me! :)

[@daniellegonsalves3745]

I literally unbutton my pants whenever I sit, I've found no other way around it. If I sit in jeans buttoned it makes my stomach sick after a bit and I get bloated. I haven't found a single pair of jeans that this doeant happen with

[@hildastorfors5598]

@@daniellegonsalves3745 omg that sounds horrible. i always buy my jeans second hand at thrift stores and my tip is to just try every pair that seems to be your size or bigger/smaller cause you never know if they will fit (sizes are weird). it can be hard to try a lot of jeans, to go through pairs that doesnt fit at all can be mentally difficult but when you find a pair that fits its amazing and worth it

[@cristinadiaz984]

Can you do a Levi try on?? They’re high waisted and so well known, I’d love to hear your thoughts!

[@alf975]

I would also LOVE to see this!!

[@tracisikkes7916]

Watch the entire video. She did try on Levi jeans.

[@erinwaller3713]

Yes! And all their jeans fit so different!

[@66262ggfdetuj]

I agree!!!!

[@rn2787]

The last pair she tried were Levi's.

[@emboykin7795]

Totally understand being midsized. When I was young I would always get upset because the stores would never have my size. My mom would just tell me that my size is gone because everyone wears thats size

[@britziebabe]

YES! I always think this when Im shopping and everything in my size is sold out.. lol guess everyone else wears those sizes too :-P its true!

[@jenniferoconnell3641]

I love that your mom framed it that way.

[@emboykin7795]

@@britziebabe It is true I still have to remind myself sometimes especially at the thrift lmao

[@SL-es4sq]

abercrombies come out with a "curve" line. would love to see the fit difference between the curve and original lines!

[@aubreymckenna3932]

I can only speak for myself but I got a pair from the curvy line and I love them!

[@Cheetahbabe107]

agreed

[@shimmerbeautyXO]

i got a pair of the curve love shorts over the summer bc shorts are always so tight on me and they fit PERFECTLY

[@sarahgates3135]

I have the curve love mom jeans and they’re great! Def stick true to (waist) size.

[@jordanwheeler1469]

Yes!

[@CreateAndCaptureLife]

Typically there is a “Misses” size 16, and a “Women’s” size 16. “Misses” being regular size (usually a 32) and “Women’s” being plus size (usually between a 33/34). With Levi’s, check their size charts for the waist size. For instance, one style 16W is listed as a size 34, but that 34 has a 38.25” waist. In the same style a 16R is listed as a size 32, but those have a 35.75” waist. Weird

[@shaunnicolegroening]

I was gonna comment the exact same thing! So confusing the first time I looked at the size charts 😩😩

[@anissarocks]

Yes!! Plus sizes are not the same as straight sizes. She should have tried the 14 plus. A 16 plus is like a regular 18.

[@perksofbeingcurvy4827]

Same here! I am a 38 waist and I have two Levi's that say a size 34 on the tag. I was very skeptical ordering them, but they fit amazing ❤️

[@kimberlyrowland7457]

A 16w is a size 16 with a wide(r) waist. A 16R or 16 would be a standard size 16. With the company I work for one of their jean brands don’t offer a 16R it goes 13, 15, 14W, 16W and so on. And we have definitely had customers in between sizes.

[@chelsealee9459]

The ribcage just isn't available in straight 16.

[@beccacleveland3116]

h&m has definitely changed their sizing! I used to be a l-xl in their skirts at a size 8 and now I'm a medium at a size 10-12. and their size 10 jeans fit me like a 10!

[@cheylar3956]

I would love to see a try on for black jeans! I have pairs of jeans I love but from the same brand the black wash is completely different and I cannot find a good pair! I know the wash is what changes the sizing but id love to see you & your favs!

[@aksez2u]

Yes! Why is it so hard to find a good pair of black jeans?

[@amymarx8527]

Carrie pleasseeeee do a “trying on different sizes” for sports bras!!! Aerie, old navy, girlfriend, target, etc.

[@kirstenunderwood8399]

I would love to see a "Trying H&M's new sizing" video!! I know they changed their size chart a while back, so I would love to know how their clothes fit a 14/16 body now.

[@kehibbard1312]

The new H&M 'embrace' line is a dupe for Good American jeans! Trying them on would be a great video!

[@FlwrCats76]

Good freaking lord I wish my mom or any of my weight obsessed aunts had simply said "It is human and normal to have a belly," when I was growing up. So simple but powerful. Goddess bless you, Carrie

[@yahaelt290]

Definitely try GUESS jeans, they have such cute mom jeans but who knows how their sizing is

[@epiphabee]

Hi Carrie! I just wanted you to let you know that you made me feel so much more comfy in my own body! Thanks so much for all that you do 🥺😭❤️

[@melaniea4094]

Could you do an old navy jeans try on?? I bought my first pair recently out of random because I saw them on sale for $24?! and I am in LOVE with them! I would love to know if they are consistent throughout the jean ranges they offer.

[@laurenbratland7620]

They're not. As someone who wears a lot of old navy pants I've definitely noticed some mild differences. The biggest thing I notice is dark pants (jeans and other pants) are a half size to almost full size smaller than regular denim or other colors. Otherwise, I find some different styles to be a little different depending on stretch of fabric etc, but I'm normally either a 12 or 14 and I'm hardly ever outside of those 2 sizes.

[@kareenasondkar6062]

I would love to see a Sezane try on! I’ve seen so many people wearing the brand but I don’t know how it would fit on someone like me who’s a size 16 and I’ve not seen anyone make a video about the brand that is not a size small.

[@kirstenunderwood8399]

I second this!!

[@mcazi17]

Yes please. They have some cute stuff but a small person telling me they fit big is not really helpful 😂

[@beckyisbell6765]

Carrie sweating to death in jeans and a long sleeve top for us 😭😭💕💕

[@taylorwalker66]

IM LITERALLY DEAD ASS IN THE MIDDLE TOO! It’s sooo frustrating! You should definitely do a video where you try to find the best options for us girls RIGHT in the middle 😭

[@tommylee1501]

Me too sis. It is so annoying 😬

[@laureny4558]

Carrie genuinely apologizing for pulling her pants down when she's censoring everything anyway is cracking me up 😂🤣

[@cupcakecarolina]

as someone who shops at h&m, they definitely have improved their sizing! but their plus sizes in pants are still whack haha. They did, however, add more xl and xxl in a lot of their straight size clothing!

[@hurricaneflowers]

I just genuinely want to thank you for doing this series of videos. Size is always heavily impacted me mentally up to the point that i started crying in the changing room when “my size” didn’t fit me and i needed to size up. But seeing that size is just doesn’t mean anything and you can be size 12 at one store and size 16 at another really helped me to change my mindset and now i concentrate on how i feel in the cloth and if i like the fit and not size.

[@madisonmaddocks7810]

super thankful for the realness of your channel! i am in between a size 14 and 16 which makes shopping a major pain and extremely unenjoyable. it’s 2021, there’s no excuse for us not to be able to go online/go into a store and buy clothes without the panic of if your size is truly going to fit you or not!

[@clarabush7623]

My FAVORITE jeans ever are the American Eagle mom jean with the comfort stretch waistband in the Cool Classic wash!! I am OBSESSED 🤩🤩🤩

[@shiloeregimbal5381]

This QUEEN coming thru to power through putting on like ten pairs of jeans and not even complaining ONE time about how sweaty it is to change that many times 🥺 we stan💖

[@alexasunshine83]

Unpopular opinion: Levi's are overrated 😂 depending on what body type, but literally the only pair I've actually loved were ones I had to literally resize myself (the ribcage ones were the worst for me, even with the ones that fit they still just were awkward on me)

[@leel7168]

10000% agree!

[@muddywaters95]

I agree to a point. It honestly depends on body, size, shape. I personally love the ribcage ones - hug me ass tight and honestly super comfortable for me. But second hand ones are hard to come by in smaller sizes for me without spending an arm and a leg on them in Australia. EVERYONE up scales the price on Levis...

[@jammym473]

You should def do a try on haul of old navy jeans! I have a few pairs myself and I’m so in love with their jeans

[@AlexReilly]

THANK YOU FOR THIS! I have gained quite a bit of weight during quarantine, and so many of my pants don't fit the way they did this time last year. Your acceptance of yourself, and advocacy for acceptance of others, means so much to me.

[@sarasmith3124]

I 100,000% agree that we need a much more size inclusive range on the larger end but as a VERY tiny (000) girl I want some inclusively on my end too! Love your content 💕

[@MissFeli23]

I missed these videos! I love the reminder how effed up sizing can be! 😄😅

[@sk-qb6pj]

Try Lee Jeans (espacially the coop with H&M the flared/wide leg in White/light blue ) they are sooo flattering and verry good quality. And tbh I have never felt better in any pair of Jeans, they have the perfect length and are tighty in the bumm area and verry lose below the knee, they are awesome ^^

[@mercedestucker5348]

You've helped me so much. I now realize that my size doesn't matter and its whatever is comfortable.

[@melissaharris2074]

I've seen Levi's larger than a 14 in straight sizes. They go by waist size, I think I've seen them go up to a 35 inch waist. I know Target is now carrying Levi's too. Levi's are some of my favorites, I'm currently a smaller size 14.

[@sheilaholter4489]

I checked this out, too, because that is exactly what I thought. In the Ribcage jeans, the sizing is more limited. I wonder why they make certain jeans with a smaller size range?

[@heyashakaye]

idea: get you bf to do the same thing for mens to see if it's a women's fashion issue or across the board 🤔😆

[@taylorcroft6757]

I don’t know how it is for men’s jeans but with shirts I guarantee you every man I know aside from my dad (who wears an XXL) wears a medium. My brother is a 5’8 gym rat with biceps the size of my head, medium. My boyfriend is 6’1 and has very thick shoulders and tapers only a little bit, medium. My friend is built like a 5’7 twig, medium. It’s hilarious but so aggravating as a girl who wears small, medium, or large depending on the brand.

[@aprilvictoria6670]

I love this idea!

[@cristinadiaz984]

Omg I’ve never been so early to a video!!!! Ah! Carrie your videos are my literal fav. My bf knows when you’re on to hush so I can focus 😂😂 he’s like “oh, Carrie Dayton is on. I’ll leave” 😂

[@kellydowney2506]

I’m so happy I found your channel. No shade to other youtubers but it’s SO nice to find someone who looks more like me. You’re absolutely gorgeous and you make me feel better about embracing the size I am and still having fun with my personal style

[@animecat889]

I love watching Carrie because we have almost the exact same body "type" and I feel like I NEVER see people with the same body type as me and it's so nice. I''m an aus size 6 (American 2 or 4 I think) and I STILL have a belly, always have probably always will, it's just my body type. I have the exact same struggle with jeans and my mid section. It's so nice seeing some representation for us fuller bellied gals. Thank you!!

[@havengrace7165]

Yes, this is what originally got me into your channel, the old sizes videos in fitting rooms. It helped me so much when I was struggling with body size ect. Ahh this was just a nice throwback type video

[@meredithlevine8198]

I always find it so interesting how different size 16s are!! I’m a 16 too and our body types are so different and lovely 🥰

[@avafarrell6933]

Ive been struggling with eating issues and body image since I was literally 10 and watching your videos when you are talking about how everyone literally has bellies are so helpful! Much love!!

[@allenhoven7992]

I would be curious how Aeropostale jeans would fit you. I work there and love them but curious how you would like them!

[@laceym3662]

I am her size (although shorter...) and I have a few pair I wear all the time.

[@meredithgomes6559]

Yes and they also have curvy now!

[@laurenszymarek]

I live for these videos because I was feeling so lost about my weight and being between regular “standard” size and plus size. But I’m here for these videos! LOVE LOVE

[@sydneydobies1412]

This!!! This video is all my feelings in one!! Being at the end of straight sizing and beginning of plus can be tough

[@rdsanantonio]

"you know that moment when you're zipping up, and you feel like you might zip your stomach"... I really felt that. I sucked in the moment you said it lol

[@Theevaaesthetic]

I’m OBSESSED with AGOLDE jeans. They’re very expensive but sustainably and ethically made plus the quality is literally amazing. I would def recommend trying them!

[@kmj1724]

I would dieeee for a full h&m haul, because I also feel like they all run small, but a change in sizing would definitely make me happy!

[@beckyedmonds4078]

I've definitely had the same thing where tight thighs pull the pants down. My thighs have gotten a little smaller recently and I've been surprised that some of my pants actually stay up more easily without a belt now.

[@Shannon-gz9pg]

That explains so much! My thighs always fill out my pants and I'm doomed to belts with literally everything

[@juliefaulkner4887]

Me too!

[@rebeccasmith624]

Love you, Carrie! Your videos are so comforting to me and I always look forward to them. Thank you for being you! ❤

[@chelseafares2543]

i love when my favourite youtuber post new videos🤩💗💗

[@lisamborras]

I totally agree with you about H&M sizing! ( I am in the UK and it is one of the three brands that you cover that we have here too!) The only things I buy from there are PJ bottoms and joggers to wear around house as they are really good quality and are dependent on the style short enough for my 5ft1 not quite 5ft2 frame!! 😂 I have lost three stone over the three lockdowns we have had here so I have had to buy lots of new trousers over the last few months! 😊 I am still Plus size as I am in a UK size 16, US 14.

[@abbyblaine4403]

Maurices Jeggings are really cute, comfy, stretchy, and very high waisted! They've been my favorite jeans for about 3 years now! I recommend trying some of those and see if you like the difference! (I'm also a 16 and these videos are so helpful! Thank you!!)

[@christinestewart474]

Very informative Carrie! Thanks and I appreciate your honesty. BTW all of the jeans looked great but I loved the Target and Maurice's pairs the most on you.

[@addyhudachko5580]

i struggle with body image issues because i’m small and i hate it. so when i try on jeans and they’re too big, it hurts my feelings therefore seeing someone try these on who isn’t on the smallest spectrum of sizing (i’m a 0 and 00) and some of them being huge, it makes me not even want to wear jeans or jean shopping 😭 on another note, i LOVE your videos❤️

[@dianab3005]

You always come up with these videos right when I need them ❤

[@maireglor]

i needed a carrie video! i've been stressed beyond belief because yesterday my state just decided masks don't matter anymore and my grocery store job isn't going to make customers wear them. it's soul crushing, and seeing a bit of carrie in my subscriptions is making me feel a little better :)

[@jackieschulz3601]

H&M.... that is interesting! You should do a haul from there and see if their sizing really has improved!!

[@MarshaBenne]

I love love love these videos!!! You’ve helped me with my size fear!! I am a true 16 usually and when a size doesn’t fit me I don’t fear sizing up anymore. Thanks.

[@melanieberreth3312]

Carrie putting the time stamps in the description box 🥺 she really does the most for us 💕

[@kayliegazura3883]

Love you and this video! I’d love to see you try on activewear sets from different brands and see which is best!

[@melseyp4129]

Fashion to Figure has some great high waisted jeans! Just bought a straight leg true 90s jeans from them. They are perfection! They are interesting because they have structured denim in the front but a bit of stretch in the back. You can’t tell by looking at the fabrics, but it really helps the fit!

[@karmalitafults7101]

3:28 you're such a good influence, thank you for the reminder ♥️ love youuu!

[@kathmofo]

I would love to see you try the brand Decade Studio (which is a Vancouver compagny. They're lauching extended sizes soon!) They are really pricy, but seem to be very high quality! I'd be curious to see what they look like irl. Thank you (PS I love your videos!)

[@maggiemanges7343]

I would love to see you try the gap sky high rise jeans! I have hated every pair of jeans I've ever had, but these jeans are God tier. They have like a 12 inch rise

[@allisonscout]

I’m new to your videos but i’m so relieved to see a body that looks more like mine, struggling with the same things I struggle with. Thank you!

[@denekachamberland8341]

I love the rise on the Levi’s tho, that’s the kind of high rise I want in a pant lol I 100% agree tho, especially in covid times where u can’t try anything on in a dressing, super annoying. I’m always between sizes and would rather too loose than too tight so I always end up in clothes that are slightly too big no matter what size I am

[@andreajensen4662]

My new favorite jeans are the Gap cigarette highwaisted jeans. Which is so weird because I've never shopped at the Gap but they are inbetween like a skinny and straight legged jean and I'm in love. Would love to see you try them!!

[@maurydemarcos8063]

Thank you 🙏🏼 I have the same issue with jeans and it’s frustrating. I always thought it was just my body but thank you for showing it’s not me it’s the clothes.

[@makaylarose2963]

Girl, you should totally creat your own clothing line for us mid size girls!! Lol because I feel it. Plus size clothes are too big for me and standard size is too small for me

[@kennadamitz2148]

I would love a giving h&m another chance video, with ordering things based purely on reviews! Also love you queen xx

[@Stellarluna12]

Kancan is a brand of jeans so the brand is Kancan and the style is mom jean!

[@mia-roseharris8580]

hi Carrie! i love you and your videos and you always make me feel confident in myself by reminding me that having curves, lines....volume in many areas hahahaha is normal and still beautiful! i love it! ALSO, i just wanted to say from personal experience, try straight leg jeans as they still have the loose fit but still give you a nice shape. girlfriend/boyfriend/mom jeans always have tighter thighs and loose legs but straight leg are loose all down the leg but still fitted round the waist and the bootay hahah just a thought! love youuuuu 💗💗

[@AishaLikesCricket]

Please do an H&M jeans haul. Their sizing is all over the map but their "conscious" line is really trying. So many of us love you and shop there so it would be really helpful if you could do a try-on! Thank u ❤️ u

[@sk-qb6pj]

Jesss, omg, i bought the collab with lee (the veeeery wide leg ones) and I have never worn better fitting Jeans

[@isabelsmith5313]

2 places That would be great. Hollister came out with a bunch of fun jeans (style and patterns etc) and as someone whose always been plus size/mid size hollister has been a nightmare, I’d like to see if they have changed! And I found a pair of “mom jeans” that fit perfectly on my plus size body! old navy “og straight high rise”

[@8happyperson]

being midsize is frustrating but seriously just having consistent sizing would help leaps and bounds.

[@catherinesharkey5940]

Freaking love this!!! (Well, I hate that this happens in the fashion world.....) The visual that you created is so telling 😁

[@valarieloiseau5562]

I really love Hollister and American Eagle jeans! Those are my go to. Also I love you and your content! ❤️❤️

[@nataliebrey166]

Hi Carrie! Just know that there are so many people that appreciate your content and the work you do!!! ❤️ Hope you’re doing well!!!

[@AllNighterCrazyKids]

Gap Cheeky High-rise Straight Jeans are my ride or die!!! They've become big on Tik Tok too, would love to see you try them and hear your thoughts!

[@angiemurphy2833]

Omg 😂 so relatable. This is me in stores with both straight and plus sizes trying on a 14 and a 16W and being like “where is the missing link!?”

[@luro9824]

although the levis jeans are too big the jeans look so good on you! with your top too, the look is so cool!

[@storiesinthedust]

i use to NEVER fit into anything from H&M but in the last 5 years or so ive gotten multiple pieces from them, and im like 3 sizes bigger than the last time tried them! i think they really took NOTES

[@emilysturtevant391]

Will you do a Zara jean try-on!! I keep seeing the hi-rise straight leg jeans and the full length wide leg jeans all over my FYP and need to know how they look on a mid-size body.

[@claudiaweiskopf5220]

i would love to see you try the new abercrombie 'curve love' range! apparently they are made with more room in the thighs and hips but are a bit pricey

[@19jocy93]

Those Target Jeans are sooo cute!

[@Bookdiaryofyana]

Having the same problem with levis normally i’m a 10 and i think i need to buy a 14 to fit me so weird! Love this video 👌🏼👌🏼🥰

[@rosariomaldonado7277]

Hi! I loved the video🥰🥰 i was wondering, where’s your lilac top from? it’s really cute!

[@kylierussell0207]

I COMPLETELY relate to your comments about being midsize. Like literally I am also smack dab in the middle. Largest Straight size is typically too small and smallest plus size is too big. Gahhh. It’s frustrating.

[@kalisue6573]

I love the Everlane curvy cheeky straight jean! In a size 32 and have large calves and they’re the only Jean I can get the “mom” look in and I love them

[@kaylalindsey7913]

I’d love to see you try the American Eagle Luxe jegging and the stretch mom jeans!

[@abbydrueke]

personally, I love the American Eagle jeans I have. I literally just posted a similar video trying on petite jeans and the AE pair were by far the comfiest and fit me the best!!

[@jenniferlandis3520]

Can you do an Agolde try on? I recently took the plunge and bought a pair and had to return twice for sizing issues. With no stretch jeans I am always have to size up - but not the case with these. 🤔. Would like to see different styles and how they compare. I specifically bought the 90’s loose fit.

[@Bekind0612]

Judy blue and kancans are my favorite now!

[@ashlley44]

can you do a whole H&M jean try on? I just got a pair of mom jeans from there in size 18 and they are pretty true to size maybe even a little big and I'm obsessed with them. i want more kinds cuz they have a lot of styles but they don't really have different names and its a bit confusing. id love to see you try them to help me out! you're my favourite :)

[@maddygrimm6267]

I seriously just adore you and your videos

[@mainaccount4377]

Thanks for showing us all the jeans!

[@ZoeNycole]

carrie i love you, thanks for brightening my day

[@bajoy273]

Love and appreciate these vids, Carrie! Thank you!

[@SourEggz]

I hate to say - the mid-rise jeans looked amazing on you and very flattering. Sorry, you look good in a mid-rise... also, you look good in jeans. 👖💙

[@jenburris8]

I love that Eloquii has 3 different fits for each size based on your proportions!

[@nonoticarly8778]

As someone who usually wears an 8 or a 10 in tighter pants, my size 12 work pants from H&M say differently about their sizing getting better

[@mjcr16]

I’ve found H&M has definitely improved. Would be interesting to see you do a video on it.

[@Iknow_xo]

The shirt looks so good on you, I love it!