comparing *SIZE 16* jeans from 5 different brands (OMG)

[@bargain.hunting.blonde]

The interesting thing is it’s not just a brand issue... it’s a women’s jeans issue! Like my husband can basically universally buy his waist and length in jeans from any brand as a guy so when I was trying to explain to him how that’s not true at all in women’s jeans his response was “that’s stupid” 🤣 and I agree.

[@katiapena9980]

This is sooo true! My husband buy the same F-ing size in a lot of different brands and they all fit the same😒

[@akreeger7742]

We agree, it's stupid. Unfortunately, it's also true

[@akreeger7742]

@@katiapena9980 so annoying!

[@cheetodust745]

The only place with accurate sizing is American eagle for me, I always fit a size 4 in all their jeans it’s great lol. The best thing to do is stick to one brand in my opinion

[@rj29839]

I thought that's because men's jeans are literally based on the size of their waist and inseam. Like if they buy a 34x30 it means a 34" waist, 30" inseam, right? IDK. Whereas with women you have both a waist and hip measurement that have to be taken into account. But i agree there's no reason they couldn't call a 16 like 38"waist x 45"hip or whatever it is and then have maybe a few different variations in the ratio

[@ursulamaurer8233]

I needed this. I’ve been feeling bad that I now have to buy a size 16 in jeans. Today I feel much better. If the jeans fit (thank you stretch fabric) and are comfortable, that’s what is important. I love your videos. BTW I’m 74.

[@graceb5539]

You’re 74 years old?

[@ursulamaurer8233]

Yup. Same age as Cher and Dolly Parton.

[@bluesub4629]

@@ursulamaurer8233 queen, I love you

[@soap8637]

dont let these fashion companies dictate your self worth 💓 i’m so glad this video helped you and i hope you feel as beautiful as you surely are !!

[@brandynicole9498]

Youre beautiful always

[@weesecup1]

You are so brave for wearing a sweater while trying on jeans. Girl, I was sweating and getting hot just watching you trying all these on in a row.

[@idk6418]

Never fails each time I leave a fitting room I am sweating and my face is red 😂

[@Erinnestatic]

“Your weight and your size is the least interesting thing about you.” Love that!

[@citysprites]

Okay but actually, i went jean shopping yesterday and I almost had a breakdown because of how much my size has changed this year. Waking up to this made me feel so much better and safe, especially because my size and carries are very close. I know it’s a really small thing, but thank you for posting this.❤️

[@kehndole]

Ikr! If Carrie can look like a queen at size 16, why cant I?

[@citysprites]

@@kehndole exactly!

[@hannahmorgan1512]

Man I get that. I used to cry trying on prom dresses lol

[@crazyraycooguh]

I feel the exact same, I went from being a size 7/8 in 2015-2017 to a size 12/14 now in 2021. I’m 209 pounds and I feel super ugly and unconfident. Seeing videos like this really helps me in attempting to accept my bee body, if others like her can own it I (and you) can too :)

[@hailey0917]

Could you do a “comparing all the jeans at AE” video? There are so many new lines and fits now that I’m not sure which to buy.

[@evee5730]

Omg yes!

[@glassslippergourmet]

Yessss

[@WinterDogs76]

AE?

[@hailey0917]

@@WinterDogs76 American Eagle

[@ashleygriffith46]

Love this! I’m wearing a TiGhT size 8 today and yesterday was a loose size 4. The day before a perfect size 7. I HATE women’s sizing with a passion. I wish it was like men’s sizing (example...30/28 or 27/30)

[@michellehalemassacre]

My favorite jeans are judy blue and do sizes like 13/31.

[@ashleygriffith46]

Fawks Murphy I have a pair like that! They are 7/28 with a 29 inch inseam. They for like a dream...I just can’t find any more that fit the same even in the same brand. Gotta love it. 😒

[@michellehalemassacre]

@@ashleygriffith46 Boo! I found mine in Indiana at a boutique while on vacation. If you search the brand online you might be able to find them.

[@ashleygriffith46]

Fawks Murphy thank you!

[@michellehalemassacre]

@@ashleygriffith46 No problem! They also do seasonal styles so their site is always changing.

[@its_me_bree]

Tip I've found for thrifting pants: hold one side of the waist band at your belly button, and wrap the other side around you. If it hits your mid point/spine, it should fit in the waist. If it goes past or doesn't reach, they'll be too big /small.

[@Haphappy298]

Genius

[@travelbyqueenb]

That sounds more legit than the "if your forearm fits they will fit you" idea lol

[@username-if3im]

This actually sounds right, thank you would have never thought of it

[@hannahmorgan1512]

I love this idea

[@travelbyqueenb]

@@ariannagalluzzo yeah, you right. I have a pear shaped body too!

[@mrssmith4435]

Vintage jeans are smaller than modern sizes, that's normal, I wear a modern 12 but a vintage 16 in mom jeans, the older the item is the more you need to size up, 1950/60s items I wear a 18/20 :-)

[@hanafrank1203]

I was going to say this as well. I have a pair of vintage lee jeans and vintage zena jeans that are size 12 and I am a modern 4/6 depending on fit. (And both of the vintage jeans fit slightly different as well)

[@anibb05]

That's so bizarre

[@nomorelittlemonkeys]

I agree! The waist especially on vintage clothes are super small. I'm not sure if they have expanded the measurements on modern clothing for some reason.

[@HeatherLewisOhLeven]

It's called vanity sizing. As people have gotten larger their "size" has stayed the same.

[@danib712]

@@anibb05 people were smaller back then

[@BC-xo3hf]

“I think it’s really rude so let’s move on” 😂😂😂😂

[@elizabethbrodersen1718]

I thought Wild Fable ran big for me tbh 😂😂 but that's the beauty of everyone being made differently

[@kittykatwuvsyou2]

Wild Fable runs big on me too! The only jumpsuit I’ve ever owned in a size small is that brand and I was able to wear it up to like 5 months pregnant too 😅

[@hellenabanner88]

It varies. It's a "junior's" brand so it usually is expected to run small. But like sometimes things run super big and sometimes things run super small. 🤷 No idea what the brand is thinking with some of that 🤣

[@alanabucek4324]

Depends on the style for me! I have kinda loose jeans that are wild fable and a pair that fits perfect, maybe a tad snug and they’re the same size

[@sophiagaul9089]

Same, I can’t find any jeans that for me from the brand cause they are all too big :(

[@katieg5865]

Yeah it runs big for me too. I had to return a pair of 00 jeans that were too big. And I’m usually a solid 0. I have just given up on their jeans. The sizing is skewed.

[@daniellegonsalves3745]

7:10 on new years eve I zipped my stomach into my pants and spent 10 minutes in the bathroom trying to stop bleeding 😂 should have been an indication of how 2020 was going to go

[@lorabetht9206]

😭😱

[@abbyflows1332]

OauCH!!!😱

[@kattastrophy1]

There is a kinda interesting history of sizing in women’s clothes in the US. If I recall, it kind of comes down to the greed of capitalist retailers trying to increase profits. There was a time when the government regulated clothing sizes . I think it was the department of weights and measures. I would love for us to return to that, it would make shopping easier. It might also take the negative reaction people have to the number on the tag. IDK, but it might make for an interesting video and could include vintage finds.

[@LizCowanSC]

That would be really interesting! I remember reading somewhere that each company has their own fit model (their version of a size six, I think) and they size up or down from there. This is why sizes vary so much - there’s no standard everyone has to follow. And then there’s vanity sizing, which is a whole different story. 🙄 I wish women’s sizing was done like men’s, especially pants, with actual waist measurements, instead of some arbitrary size number that really doesn’t have any true meaning.

[@mollyelizabeth82]

Biden WON, it's raining, I have coffee AND Carrie uploaded?! Who could dream of a better day?!

[@madisonross2721]

Sounds exactly like my morning! Perfect!

[@kehndole]

Best day ever!!

[@rxxrcousin]

SO HAPPY FOR US

[@Keegan131]

Perfect day!!!!

[@ThePiratecookies]

Also exactly like my morning ❤️

[@Kiliana]

break out your champagne and wine, Carrie

[@annalinneajohansson]

💪😁😁✌️🇺🇸🎉🎈

[@Alana060310]

Because democrats are cheaters?

[@paula92111]

@@Alana060310 if you think that every election ever has not been rigged (including the one where Trump won) then you are a fool 😂

[@angies112]

@@Alana060310 🙄

[@kaycepeda4711]

@@Alana060310 how so? Like seriously, what evidence do you have to support that claim other than “my sore loser Cheeto president said so”

[@sosewnknits]

So I haven't zipped my stomach, but as a hairy man, I've definitely gotten my stomach hair caught in my belts before..

[@millymartin7191]

That just made me giggle.

[@babetteverlinde8627]

Yeah I once tried on 2 exactly the same jeans (it was the same model just one in black and the same one in light blue) in the same size and the black one fitted perfectly and the light blue one was way to small, couldn't even get over my thighs and it was exactly the same size, same model from 1 store so numbers really don't mean anything,

[@maryjopurtell7268]

Different colors can be made in different manufacturing plants/countries

[@judithbowtell8294]

I can relate! I once tried on two dresses in same style and cut, just different fabrics AND yep one much thigh tear than the other. The shop assistant was great, she said that she knew they had change the sizes between seasons and now she had evidence to take back to head office. Having someone see and validate your experience makes it much better,

[@hottopiccasey]

Different colors of Levis in the same style fit totally different, I've found.

[@LunaR2017]

That explains so much! Growing up mom would buy a couple of the same pants in different colors for me and I would definitely feel larger in one and not understand it.

[@caitlynhanafin954]

I know this is frustrating, but I saw something recently from a plus-size patternmaker that opened my eyes to this. It's actually a really good thing that sizing and proportions are different across brands. If every brand used the exact same measurements and sizes, every size 14 would either fit, or no size 14 would fit. So instead some have smaller waists but bigger butts or hips or thighs, and some use a different proportion with a larger waist and smaller elsewhere. This way, you can find the brands and styles that work for you, and stick with them. If every brand was the same, it's far more likely that nothing would work than that everything would.

[@yamisabaku]

Ok, so I'm a pattern maker and worked with some fashion designers and I learnt that companies have a model to be their basic size. So let's say the model they choose to be their basic size, say to be their small size in this case, is skinnier than the average person, their basic pattern will be also like that. Then after they make their small size pattern they will produce the other sizes based on this person, sometimes from a small size to medium size will be 4" around bigger than the small, sometimes it's only 2". No company uses the same model to produce their basic pattern so that's why it's different everywhere and sometimes they keep on using the same basic pattern from 30 years ago, like Chanel. Dont get me wrong I find this sooo stupid because everyone is shaped different so to base their basic size from someone who's not average is really unrealistic 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@kristinknight5986]

I liked the video! But next time can you show what each brand has listed on their sizing chart for the size? Cause I usually go by the sizing chart rather than a number and it would be interesting to compare!

[@Andrea_F]

I accidentally zipped my stomach once and I had a scab for a month. I can confirm that it's horrible.

[@kehndole]

New fear unlocked!!

[@cyarahdemont8592]

I had a pair of low ride zip on the side of the hip.. (gotta love growing up in the 2000's) and every time I sat down it zippered my love handles every damn time..

[@akreeger7742]

Ouch!!!! 😱

[@AllyPenguin]

Same

[@SaraSarah]

My guess on those last Lee jeans (i think I actually owned those in the 90s! im almost 40) I think the fit in the leg is supposed to be pretty wide legged. That was predominately the look back then. Wide leg/baggy. So im guessing the waist for the time was more true to size and no stretch then had the baggy leg.

[@lorihill4411]

Do you wear men’s jeans much? I find men’s jeans fit me more mom-jean-like than mom jeans 😅 That would be a fun video! ❤️

[@alymarie3512]

I do this too! I wear my husbands jeans sometimes when I want that fit lol

[@nicholamarshall9927]

Same! And I’ll air on the too big side and wear a cute belt ☺️

[@Melissa-cl2rf]

I do the same! A lot of women's jeans are ironically too long for me, but in mens I can specify the length. Plus they're often cheaper, and it's easier to find ones with no stretch (my preference as I've found they last longer). It's not even like I have a stereotypical boyish figure, but a pair of Levi's skinny jeans fit perfectly.

[@NatalieMulholland]

Apparently the George brand men’s jeans at Walmart are supposed to be cute as mom jeans. I would love to see a video on them!

[@sophietemple2728]

I can’t get men’s jeans (that are “my size”) over my hips/thighs 😞

[@malmack6900]

Those Lee jeans are TRULY from the 90’s before vanity sizing was a thing. So a 16 then was much smaller. I thrift a lot and this seems to ring true for the most part.

[@abbey6324]

Wait I just went thrifting today and got 2 pairs of Lee jeans. One is a size 10 and the other a size 14. They both fit. I was sooo confused haha my average jean size is a 10

[@duck6100]

Congrats on ejecting the imposter, America!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@jennifert8542]

Yeah orange was kinda sus

[@abby8339]

@@jennifert8542 i was gonna say that but i didn't wanna get yelled at for copying you djdjsnsjs (: plus i didn't realize hehe sowwy

[@Sssighh]

One thing that is so frustrating is that even measurements in size charts can be so off. I know exactly what American Eagle jeans fit me due to trial and error, but I recently checked the measurements on their size chart and according to my waist measurement they recommend a much much bigger size that doesn't fit me. It's so frustrating.

[@isabella3909]

I thought I was the only one who had this issue!!!! I recently checked the size chart and found I should be wearing 3 SIZES larger than what fits. It’s incredibly annoying!!

[@kk-vd1qn]

omg thank you for making me feel less crazy - I checked my waist measurement 5 times trying to figure out how the hell i gained so much weight (i wear a 14 in the jeggings and the size chart says i should be wearing a size 24!) luckily i ordered my normal size and it fit perfect but my body dysmorphic brain really almost fell for that smh

[@yanet_052]

I had the same issue-According to Ann Taylor’s size chart I am a size 14 (which is not what I’m usually are, but I was like ok I guess their sizing is small) then I ended up buying the pants in the store and I was a size 8!

[@crazycorgiladyus7418]

I agree their size chart is wrong when it comes to waist measurement in inches. AE jeans in a size 14 fit me like a glove, but I went by what their size chart says using my actual waist measurement in inches according to actual measuring tape used for sewing, their biggest size should be too small on me.

[@rebeccamersiadis6811]

According to ardene size chart, I’m an XL but I have been a medium all my life when I have tried on in person. Needless to say after buying online for the first time I returned everything because it was HUGE I could fit two of me in the pants that were sent and yet their shoes were too tiny despite being my size. It was crazy. Never again am I ordering online, just not buying till COVID is over, so I guess never again lol

[@kelseysunsolicitedopinion]

Next you should do "size 16 in five different styles of Old Navy jeans."

[@mckennasloan5094]

The AE stretchy mom jeans are my FAVORITE jeans I’ve ever owned. I’m technically a size above what AE carries and I can wear them still. As a higher end plus size person, finding jeans has always been a nightmare, and the AE mom jeans finally make me feel great as well as being super comfortable. You should definitely check them out!!

[@clarity1984]

Great tip! How do you compare AE jeans sizes vs other brands like Lane Bryant?

[@merrittgates8653]

I work at Old Navy and there’s so many different styles of jeans there that fit SO differently, it’s kind of overwhelming and a lot of customers get frazzled so I always try to give a run-down of how they all tend to fit. I will say tho Old Navy has great jeans for EVERY shape, it’s just a little overwhelming to navigate 😅 but I’m always happy when I can help someone find the best pair

[@shawnennigans]

I could probably explain some of the sizing. I’m a stylist for Stitch Fix and we focus a lot on denim fit and finding clients the perfect pair. There’s 14 and then there’s 14W, same for 16 there’s about 2-3 different sizes in between those two, so think of it as a straight vs curvy fit (it’s a weird way to size and probably confusing for lots of people.) They fit differently for a few reasons. There’s the idea of having something for everyone and different body types having different needs for rise, inseam, and silhouette (straight, skinny, boyfriend, mom etc.) but there’s also that it’s a new market for a lot of brands and they’re still doing research on what will boost their feedback for plus sizing and work best for plus clientele so many brands are continually adjusting their fit to accommodate focus group feedback etc to serve clients better. My best advice is keep trying for content but also rely on your best-fitting brands when you truly want a new or different pair. Wash can also impact fit depending on whether it was garment dyed or pre-dyed prior to construction but can account for the entire difference in sizing. I hope this helps!

[@helenesj31]

None of these brands are available where I live, but I love the truth and normalization you bring to the table Carrie! Keep on being you; we need it❤

[@CoreyKins]

Yes I would love a new AE jean try on video!! Also I thought of you because they just released a new Disney line! It includes jeans which is iconic.

[@megangiunta]

Carrie try the stretchy American Eagle mom jeans!!! I just bought my third pair, and I need more. Theyre the comfiest, most flattering, cutest jeans ever!!!!

[@sydneyrios753]

Are the true to size?

[@megangiunta]

@@sydneyrios753 for me they are! i wear a 14 in every style of ae jeans i have. however, i have a very large waist so while the 14 fits perfectly for me, i’ve heard that they might run bigger for those with a average sized or smaller waist! i personally can’t fit in a 16 or 18 in the traditional mom jeans simply bc my waist is so large that they won’t button lol. that’s why i like the stretch!

[@jolowers978]

@@sydneyrios753 I have a pair and I find they run big. Based on ae's size chart I should be a 10 but I have them in a 6 and they're even a bit loose on the waist, especially since they stretch a bit. They are comfy though! I just don't find them to be that curvy of a fit.

[@patriciatrotta3995]

I bought them on an impulse sale and love them. I'm petite so I bought the regular and roll them up (or not.) I tried to buy more and they can't keep them in stock since they're so good!

[@shellyvalentine1374]

I havnt even watched the video and I think I’m gunna cry. I tried on some new jeans I ordered in the same size and style that I really love and they didn’t fit this morning. I love my body and I know she’s going through it during this chaotic year, and I’m okay with them not fitting right now, but I was thinking “man I really need a carrie video”. So thank you for always trying to love your body and sharing your self love journey. I can hear myself reminding me that my size or shape doesn’t define my value or worth and I can thank you for helping me along with my own body acceptance. Love you

[@danniellee9811]

I always quote Dolly Partons line in Steel Magnolias when I shop. Lol. In a good shoe, I wear a size six, but a seven feels so good, I buy a size eight.

[@brittypie8411]

They’re eight and a half. Peeeerfect

[@nicolibrogini6593]

Omg I have never been so early!!!! Love you girl ❤ Thank you for being one of the only people on the internet still being responsible regarding the pandemic. Nobody around me cares, I won't be able to see my family in Brazil for at least another year, but it's refreshing to know people like you understand the seriousness of all this. 😘

[@PrettyStrange3032]

Hi Carrie, so about those vintage Lees. Any jeans from 90s or older you should size up about 1-2 sizes! So for a modern 12, look for size 14. A modern 16 would mean vintage 18-20 probably depending on how high waisted they are meant to be(80s had pretty tight waistbands). Vintage Lees are amazing if you can find the right size since come up higher in the back then most brands!

[@andreajensen4662]

When she said, "I don't have a butt either way so it doesn't really matter." 😂😂 I related to that on many levels. 😂😂❤

[@juliecharron-latour3627]

Your size is the less interesting about you.... hmmm that’s so true and I feel it should be a quote to keep for ever.

[@unicornmuffin1]

I think the size 16 Madewell jeans at the end of the video would be perfect on you with a belt!

[@LookingGlassLibrary]

I'm a size 14-16, even at stores like Aritzia that don't vanity size. I recently bought a blazer from H&M in a size XL, which fit me almost perfectly, I'd say even a bit big. I also bought the matching skirt in a size 18 since the reviews said it runs small and I STILL couldn't get it over my hips after sizing up 1-2 sizes. It was a coordinating set from the SAME STORE and it didn't even have size consistency. 😂

[@annieccc13]

Omg Carrie my boyfriend just said something that made me think of you. I was venting about feeling insecure that I gained some weight and had to buy new pants and he said "have to? you GET to buy new pants, and the new ones can be even higher waisted!" 😂

[@alyssagollmer8143]

Vintage LEE and Vintage Talbots jeans are some of the only ones out there that ever fit me right! Also, my bf was struggling with not fitting into his "normal" size pants today, and got frustrated that out of two pants that were the same size, one fit and one did not! I told him he needs to watch some of your videos because this is so normal!! Not just for women, but some men too! Thank you for continuing to make these types of videos and making people aware of this💕

[@beckymasik5218]

I actually think those Madewell pants look great on you! Shows that people like all different jean fits also!

[@Elementalsight]

This was great! But next time I'd love to know your waist size and hip in general inches! That would make it easier for folks using this as a reference if they haven't purchased any of these brands before.

[@bastelkiste2242]

Congratulations to your new president!

[@molly2717]

Personally I'm relieved!! We got that dictator wannabe out!!

[@pippinhillhaviland1147]

@@molly2717 IKR?!!

[@cassandras-p4725]

How about jeans in the same size from an umbrella brand like: gap, banana republic, and old navy

[@prettyglitter599]

Totally random but this camera quality is like AMAZING also you’re glowing as always

[@hardcorewhovian556]

I've lost about 58lbs since April and I can still wear my size 18 jeans fine, I mean they're pretty baggy.. so I've been wearing 14, but today I bought a size 12 jeans and I fit in them perfectly.. jean sizes are so odd.

[@deyigarcia4540]

Your space looks sooo good, you’ve done a great job setting up the new place!

[@melissagold2559]

I would have liked to see the size guide for each of these size 16. Would be interesting to see what each measures as a "16". In an ideal world brands would provide measurements for each item.. would reduce on returns and make online shopping so much easier!!

[@TheLucy92ish]

"It shouldn't have to be an Olympic event. " - THIS 👌

[@kayyalex]

she’s so kind 🥺❤️

[@kathryncannon8603]

Love your content Carrie! Madewell jeans actually run big on my body 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m almost always a 10, but at Madewell I’m a 29/8 or 28/6 depending on the cut. Maybe I’m crazy, but I actually like that different brands size differently-maybe that’s an unpopular opinion! But it’s like once you figure out which brand has the right proportions for your body-you stick with them! I think that a universal size 10, 16, 20 wouldn’t account for the many different proportions we all have. Some brands size for larger thighs, thinner waists. Some size for proportional waist and thighs, some for larger waist skinner thighs. It seems like Madewell, Wild Fable and AE are the brands that size in proportions that are amazing on you! Wild Fable actually doesn’t work for me in any size because the proportions are just off for my body type, whether I try smaller or larger sizes. Keep up the amazing work-you’re a rockstar!

[@smasheduppumpkinette]

Vintage sizes run smaller than today. Even a lot of stuff from the 90’s were made smaller than today. I agree they should just have universal sizing across the board. It would make life a lot easier.

[@graced8534]

The stretch version of the AE mom jeans are my tried and true!!! The actual best, and the only jeans that I’ve found that fit me like i want them to. 10/10

[@jantiensneyd7914]

Carrie, if you ever find a pair of vintage Levi's 619 with the orange tab I would love to see you try them on! They are the best jeans out there! They have no give, so you would have to look for your exact measurement. You can usually find them on poshmark/depop/ etsy. They are technically a men's jean, but they look good on everyone! I have a pair and they are my absolute favourite! I would love to see you shop vintage (online) and try on more vintage styles! Protip for shopping vintage demin online: Always message the seller and ask for the waist, hip and inseam measurements. Vintage items, especially if they have been worn could have been altered, shrunk or stretched out.

[@LillibitOfHere]

Jeans in the 90s were roomier in the legs than modern jeans are meant to be.

[@sambushner]

I shit you not, my 2 favorite pairs of jeans are from TJ Maxx... a Ralph Lauren pair and Nicole Miller pair. Super stretchy, buttery soft, and under $35 🙌🏼 could be a fun video

[@laceym3662]

I think you can shop online there now too!

[@sambushner]

@@laceym3662 you can! You can’t shop by brand but you can filter it down pretty well. So much easier than rummaging through the racks, especially during Covid 😂

[@morgiejojo]

I get WAY too excited when I see a new Carrie video!!! They bring me all the joy 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Selgomezdemirox2]

Those American Eagle mom jeans look amazing on you! Definitely digging the big rips in the knees, thiccc knees save lives 🤞🏻😂 love you Carrie!!❤️

[@havengrace7165]

Aw remember when fitting rooms were a thing, good times 😂

[@katewhitford9017]

BIDEN HAS WON THE ELECTION! SORRY IM JUST SO HAPPY I HAD TO COMMENT IT!!! I have never been so happy in my life, I cant stop smiling !! xx

[@bronnyd7654]

@@vir9294 Same! From Australia though...

[@isabellarossi317]

Im so happy about the election results! Im from NJ 💛

[@AnaMaria-zc1tv]

European here, but I'm really happy for you as well, guys 😇🤗

[@jaimeayers2169]

I'm so happy for us!! And can we mention we have a FEMALE VICE PRESIDENT?!?! What a victory!

[@ambersmith2612]

@@jaimeayers2169 A POC FEMALE VICE!!!!

[@dwilkes12]

I agree universal sizing is what the fashion industry should strive for! You’re adorable and funny!

[@the_apex_lex]

“Your weight and size is the most uninteresting thing about you” YES GIRL PREACH! 🙌🏻 This needs to be your new mantra. Also all of my jeans become stiff and feel smaller after washing them, but they always loosen up again after wearing them for awhile (I never put my jeans in the dryer). But for the jeans to shrink that much from a washing machine.. I’d never buy from that brand again. Weird fabric!

[@Zahh1998]

Thank you for being so body positive. My whole life I’ve struggled with being a weird size & not fitting into much. I got really into sport, and got to an AUS 10. Was that size for years. But crept back up to an AUS 12 after school. Because work life & less time for sport. Then due to COVID, no sport. And the same jeans I always buy (size 12) I didn’t fit in. I was replacing a size 10 that ripped. 10 didn’t fit, 12 didn’t fit & I got so upset having to go up to a size 14. But you’re helping me realise that the brand simply changed their sizing, not me. Thank you

[@Melissa-cl2rf]

If you really want to provide a reference point, maybe provide measurements if you're comfortable doing that? This whole vid and many vids on your channel are prefaced on the fact that numbered sizes are NOT a good reference point. Therefore, you saying what you could size up/down in is not that helpful (if your goal is reference).

[@ambersmith2612]

I would love measurements. It's so hard to tell if someone's body is similar to yours by looking at it

[@katecoderre2438]

I think that’s a good idea, however she would likely have to buy 3 different sizes of the jeans to provide accurate measurements for each. I think she uses the reference from the size of jeans she bought to gauge whether the jeans run large or small.

[@Melissa-cl2rf]

@@katecoderre2438 lol I meant HER measurements, not the jeans - it hadn't even occurred to me my comment could be read in that way... sorry! My point was: whether jeans run large or small is arbitrary if there's no absolute size to compare them to. Hence, Carrie could BE the absolute size by providing her measurements on the day she tries them. Bc while a size 16 dress could measure very differently, 16 inches (or centimeters) will be the same everywhere and on everyone.

[@katecoderre2438]

@@Melissa-cl2rf ohh, that’s a good idea lol. Sorry I completely read it wrong

[@Melissa-cl2rf]

@@katecoderre2438 no worries! I should've written it more clearly, so thanks for helping me clarify :)

[@ashtru9178]

I needed to hear this today. Carrie, thank you so much for being you.

[@mackenziereynolds-younger8089]

My theory on size is that literally no one know what size your wearing unless you tell them. It’s all about the fit

[@greygiraffe1403]

I usually wear a 14 but I had to size up to a 16 in Good American jeans. I also wear the good legs version. I wash them and hang them to dry. I appreciate that they offer a long inseam in some of there jeans. I am 6’2” and the long length fits me perfectly.

[@kathleenreynolds7113]

I love that sweater on u !! Looks great on u girl

[@soniavargas4947]

I have that same pair of Madewell mom jeans (Melva) and I have two pairs: one in a 31 and one in a 32. I’m normally a size 31 in Madewell jeans, especially the ones with some stretch, but get a 32 or a 33 in the pairs with no stretch. That particular pair has no stretch, but they really do loosen up as you wear them and the denim relaxes after a day or two. The 32 fits me perfectly and the 31 is almost too tight on day one, but after a day or two the 31 relaxes a bit but is still very fitted and the 32 relaxes and is almost too big. I think that particular pair is kind of tricky to find your perfect size in. Loved the video Carrie! ❤️

[@bandteesnblazers]

Thank you for sharing this ❤️ Pants are like a Goldie Locks and the Three Bears moment - I hate pants shopping for this exact reason. I’ve thrifted SO many cute jeans and they pretty much ALL end up like your Lee jeans 😔

[@fluffyteddystina]

16M in Lee jeans are 16 Misses which is "juniors" Lee has a Misses, Petite, and Plus. From looking at their website that's what I've concluded at least! Those were cute jeans though!

[@ckillian5015]

Med. did refer to length. Misses actually refers to "womens" but if they are vintage, a size 16 would be smaller than todays 16.

[@KaitlynOxfordTV]

The stretchy American Eagle mom jeans are my FAVORITE!!!!!!!! Sssooooo comfy!!!

[@kimdickinson5277]

The Madewell jeans fit you fine.

[@sarahamazinggrace]

I love the Terra and Sky brand at, of all places, Walmart. I have 3 pairs and even shorts in the same brand. What I have fit amazingly, are so so cute, and are affordable.

[@michaelam3267]

Carrie!!! Keep the Madewell jeans! You could probably shrink them to the perfect size, and also with all the sitting and lounging in quarantine, I think they would be perfect! Also vintage jeans are so tricky! I wear a modern 6 or 8 but need a vintage or non-stretch 10 or 12!

[@marie-andreec5164]

Count me into the Zipped My Stomach Club. Hurts, a lot, there was a tiny scar for a while. So be careful!!!

[@paramolivia]

The American Eagle Curvy Mom jeans (sizing up) are the only jeans I can find that fit perfect!

[@starrkester634]

Lee 16 in modern styles fit much better now. I'm a 14/16 as well sometimes 18 and I've recently purchased a 16 Lee pair of dress pants which are my absolute fave

[@reneeg4102]

Yes please try on the stretch mom jeans im super curious about them!

[@emilyvanallen16]

The AE stretch mom jeans are my fav!

[@PurpleNinja420]

Carrie you are such an amazing lady and I love watching your videos. You always have a way of making me feel so much more confident! My body type is very similar to yours and I feel like our type is very challenging to shop for. You give me so many cute outfit ideas! Thank you for being so lovely 💗😊

[@JorgAnne1019]

This video plus rain in southern Cali, plus a BRAND NEW PRESIDENT!!! I literally couldn’t be happier today 😍

[@sammyd6139]

The Good American jeans looks soooo good on you!

[@OmgKatherineBeauty]

I still have to size up, even in the stretch version of the AE mom jeans!

[@trinascanapico6358]

Me too! I’m in between a 14 & 16 typically and I have to size up to a size 20 in AEO mom jeans

[@chaysetapley9341]

I have always felt that wild fable runs larger( even their size chart is different), American Eagle runs small and madewell runs slightly large. I have sizes ranging from 2-6 across the brands. Also love your videos Carrie!!

[@melimellow95]

Yeees. Wild fable runs big.

[@ashleychurchill9779]

I disagree on wild fable runs big I have a Jean skirt in that brand .I had to get a 12 usually I wear a 10 at target it fits better than a 12 .

[@Victoria_jones5]

The stretch version of the AE mom jeans are AMAZING!!! quality is a little bit iffy, and they wear out quickly if you wear them frequently and I also found that they are ALWAYS sold out in size 14/16

[@beebee7538]

I am obsessed with those super distressed jeans! They’re so cute!

[@sarahlee8985]

omg i love your story videos soooo much…only story channel i watch❤️

[@claudiaweiskopf5220]

Every time Carrie posts my heart just feels all cosy 💖

[@RachelBrennan]

Genuinely needed this so much today! I have definitely gone up a size or two since lock down and also starting medical school this year and have been so hard on myself about it. Watching your videos helps so much honestly xx

[@esthercerchi]

I’m in Australia- so am not so familiar with all those brands, however have always found ‘Lee’ super small ....like super super small Big 💙 from Queensland

[@angieawesomeowensborokentu9783]

Got to love how some companies do "vanity" sizing .

[@alenelarsen94]

So needed video....Thanks...and you look amazing....

[@Mizzy3030]

I do think it's important to separate sizing issues from manufacturing issues. It's clear that many large commercial brands struggle with quality control. I can't even tell you the number of times I bought the same jeans in the same cut in the exact same size but in different colors, and they fit completely differently. We should be demanding better quality control from our clothing manufacturers, especially when paying $100 for a pair of jeans.

[@katem6573]

I ALWAYS have this issue with "Vintage" jeans! Perfect fit every where, EXCEPT the waist!!! Drives me nuts lol

[@shellshores5323]

I was happy to hear this, "your size is the least interesting thing about you". Thanks for the reminder! :)

[@gacha_brelove2527]

I had this problems with jeans too now I will take your advise. My best fitting jeans is Seven jeans. Thank you.