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21 Things Your Jeans Say About You

Your denim is talking about you. Don't you want to know what it's saying?

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From skinny jeans to overalls, there's a style of jeans for every type out there. Read on for the ultimate breakdown of what your jeans say about you.

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Skinny Jeans

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You've got shit to do (and you're doing it). Sure, stretch skinny jeans are a little basic, but who cares? They get the job done and you are all about gettin' the damn job done.

Skinny Jeans, MAVI (Available at Nordstrom), $98

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You're secretly sensitive. True ripped-jeans devotees know how delicate those little threads can be. Like you, your jeans might look tough, but are actually really fragile.

AEO Denim X Hi-Rise Jegging, AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, $60

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High-Rise Jeans

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You're a problem-solver. When you see a problem, you attack it head-on, whether it's conquering the dreaded muffin top, or figuring out how to hit four parties in one night without being hungover at work the next day.

High-Waisted Jeans, BLANKNYC (Available at Revolve), $88

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Acid Washed Jeans

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You're living in the past and loving every minute of it. Screw Taylor Swift. Kelly Kapowski forever!

Acid Washed Jeans, CURRENT/ELLIOT (Available at Saks Fifth Avenue), $75

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Flared Jeans

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You're ride-or-die all the way. You don't care what anyone else says. You love your flared jeans. They can pry them out of your cold, dead hands.

Flared Jeans, DL1961 (Available on Amazon), $168

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Denim Cutoffs

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You're sexy and you know it. A body like yours was meant to be seen. Besides, skin goes with everything.

Denim Cutoffs, JOE'S JEANS (Available at Bloomingdale's), $99

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Janties

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You don't give a f***. So, your ass is hanging out a little. So what?

High-Cut Denim Cutoffs, ONE TEASPOON (Available at Revolve), $99

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You're a strong and independent woman. You know that colored jeans aren't really trendy anymore. That's part of the charm. You've found something you like and you're sticking with it.

Red Jeans, AG (Available at Saks Fifth Avenue), $178

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You're willing to make sacrifices to achieve your goals. Raw denim hurts when you first start wearing it, but you know your discomfort will have been worth it a year from now when those jeans fit you like a second skin.

Raw Denim Pants, MADEWELL, $50

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Emebellished Jeans

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You own the room. Hey, you don't wear sparkles and glitter because you want to blend into the background.

Embellished White Skinny Jeans, MAJE (Available at Bloomingdale's), $342

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Leather Jeans

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You're the boss. Yes, those are real leather. Yes, they were expensive. And, yes, you are wearing the shit out of them.

Black Leather Jeans, VINCE (Available at Bloomingdale's), $995

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Patched Jeans

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You're sentimental. Whether you bought them pre-patched, or added the patches as needed, these jeans — holes and all — harken back to an earlier, dare I say simpler, time. One you can't help but feel a little nostalgic for.

Patchwork Jeans, NOISY MAY (Available at ASOS), $22

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You're girly. But without being all weird and prissy about it.

Denim Cutoff Mini Skirt, NASTY GAL, $60

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Denim Maxi Skirt

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You're Michelle Dugger.

Denim Maxi Skirt, TABEEZ (Available at Overstock.com), $50

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Overalls

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You're ridiculously hip. The term "hipster" doesn't even begin to describe you. After graduating from a top-tier liberal arts college, you spent a year working on an organic farm before selling out and moving into a chic Brooklyn loft. Whatevs. Buying kale at the farmer's market is way easier than growing it yourself.

Vintage Overalls, URBAN RENEWAL (Available at Urban Outfitters), $198

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Joggers

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You're just chillin'. Who's stressed? Not you. You're great.

Denim Jogger Pants, BELLA DAHL (available at Revolve), $140

17

Culottes

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You're completely fashion obsessed. Denim culottes are kind of a weird look, but that's why you like them. Fresh and fun are what fashion is all about.

Denim Culottes, URBAN RENEWAL (Available at Urban Outfitters), $69

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You're efficient. Jeans are comfortable and versatile. Black is slimming. Why waste time over thinking it? Next!

Black Sateen Jeggings, AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, $50

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Printed Jeans

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You're fearless. Hey, it takes real chutzpah to make a pair of printed jeans your go-to legwear.

Printed Jeans, VIOLETA (Available at Mango), $55

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You're in control. You know one stray pen mark or drop of marinara will ruin your look, but you're not worried because that never happens to you. Nothing can scare you.

White Skinny Jeans, EXPRESS, $80

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