Denim season is every season, but this one's got a specific mood: roomy, rigid, and unapologetically 2000s. Here's how to pick your men’s jeans from BDG’s lineup without spiraling in the fitting room.
Tips Before Choosing a Pair of Men's Jeans
What's your daily reality? If your jeans need to survive skating, commuting, and being sat on for eight hours, rigid heavyweight denim is the move. If you want something that drapes and moves easy, a lighter cotton is your friend.How much leg are we talking? Silhouettes are everything this season. Leg openings on this list run from a clean 9" (straight, tidy) to a full 12.5" (flare, statement). Know which end of that spectrum feels like you before you add to cart.
What's the budget? Everything here is BDG, our exclusive in-house denim label, so you get real 100% cotton denim without the designer markup. Every pair on this list lands between $59 and $79.
Top 5 Men's Jeans Picks for the Best Denim This Season
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BDG Big & Baggy Fit JeansWhy we like it: The name says it all; a roomy, throwback silhouette in premium 10 oz cotton denim that reads pure 2000s without trying too hard. The volume lives where it counts: a generous, relaxed cut through the seat and thigh on a midrise waist, with a classic 5-pocket build. With 100+ reviews, it's not just us who's into it. Best for: The guy whose whole personality is "the bigger the better." Things to know: The 10 oz denim is on the lighter side, so it breaks in easier than heavyweight rigid pairs and feels comfortable from day one. Want the full slouchy 2000s effect? We say size up. They’re 100% cotton and machine washable. Price: $79.00 |
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BDG Slacker Relaxed Flare JeansWhy we like it: Actual bell bottoms for men, done in premium 100% cotton with a higher rise and a slouchy fit through the leg before it kicks out to a 12.5" opening. It's the biggest silhouette swing on this list with a ton of washes that always hit. Nearly 100 reviews say it's not just us. Best for: The one who's already over straight legs. Things to know: The 33" inseam is the longest of the bunch, which is intentional, flares are supposed to stack and break over your shoe. Taller guys, this is your pair. Price: $79.00 |
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BDG Nitro Baggy Fit JeansWhy we like it: A '90s skate fit in rigid cotton denim; In a high rise with a button closure and roomy leg opening, it's a top-rated pair for a reason. Best for: Skaters and people who dress like them. Things to know: Rigid denim means structure. These hold their shape instead of collapsing on your leg, and they only get better as they break in. Several washes and colors are available to choose from. Price: $59.00 |
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BDG Straight Bootcut JeansWhy we like it: The bootcut is back and this is the low-commitment way in. In a straight leg that widens subtly at the calf for a 2000s Americana flare that doesn't announce itself, this pair features a midrise, zip fly with button closure. Made from 100% cotton, there are several washes and colors to consider. Best for: The flare-curious who aren't ready for the full Slacker. Things to know: With a higher rise and wide leg opening, this splits the difference between a classic straight and a true flare. The widening happens below the knee, so it fits like a straight leg where it counts. Price: $69.00 |
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BDG Relaxed Straight Fit JeansWhy we like it: The heavyweight of the group, literally. Premium 14 oz denim in a relaxed straight leg with a mid rise and a clean opening. No gimmicks, no trend math, just the sturdiest everyday jean BDG makes. The Rinse wash is about as classic as denim gets. Best for: The one-pair-of-jeans-for-everything guy. Things to know: 14 oz is serious denim weight. These are built to outlast trend cycles and take years of wear. Available in six washes, including Fog, Charcoal, and Vintage Denim Light. Price: $59.00 |
At-A-Glance Comparison:
| Product | Style | Price | Key Spec | Standout Feature | Listed Price |
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| BDG Big & Baggy Fit Jeans | Baggy fit | $79.00 | 10 oz denim, 9.75" leg opening | Throwback 2000s roomy silhouette | Max-volume denim loyalists |
| BDG Slacker Relaxed Flare Jeans | Relaxed flare | $79.00 | 12.5" leg opening, 33" inseam | True bell-bottom silhouette | The flare-committed |
| BDG Nitro Baggy Fit Jeans | Baggy skate fit | $59.00 | Rigid cotton, 12" rise | '90s skate silhouette, top rated | Skaters (real or aspirational) |
| BDG Straight Bootcut Jeans | Straight bootcut | $69.00 | 10.5" rise, 10" leg opening | Subtle 2000s flare at the calf | Flare beginners | BDG Relaxed Straight Fit Jeans | Relaxed straight | $59.00 | Premium 14 oz denim | Heaviest, most durable denim of the bunch | Everyday staple seekers |