The Best Denim Brands For Men To Wear Every Day.
In men’s style, jeans stand as the cornerstone of every wardrobe: they’re an essential piece that effortlessly elevates whatever you wear, be it a simple tee or an elegant blazer.
In our opinion, a pair of jeans should be considered everyday wear when it excels at two crucial factors: stretch and weight.
The fabric’s stretch allows your jeans to move with you and adapt to your movements, expanding when you walk, run, sit, or do any kind of activity. Stretch contributes to making you feel at ease and confident.
Denim weight, on the other hand, is measured by how many ounces are in a square yard of fabric. Jeans typically weigh around 10-14 oz.; weight influences how the garment feels when you wear it and how durable it is.
To help you pick jeans that work for you, we’ve rounded up the absolute best denim brands for men, the ones you can wear every day.
How did we evaluate these jeans?
We looked for the brands that boasted about their stretchy jeans and decided to do proper research: we tried every pair of jeans mentioned and wore them in different settings (yes, some of us went hiking with jeans).
After much trial and error, we selected our top picks from each brand. You’ll find our recommendations in their respective sections.
Our top picks
– Best all around jeans: Mott & Bow
– The classic jeans: Levi’s
– The heavier jeans: Everlane
– Popular and economical: American Eagle
– Stretchy and stylish: Bonobos
Best all around jeans: Mott & Bow
Stretch
Mott & Bow stands out for having developed three technologies to make all of their jeans stretchy. What’s truly remarkable about their jeans is that their stretch factors can reach levels of up to 39%, which is something we couldn’t find on any other brand we tried. On top of that, no matter how stretchy their jeans are (and they can get really stretchy), Mott & Bow’s maintains its premium denim quality.
You’ll find that Mott & Bow’s denim can be worn in practically every scenario, from hiking to a date night.
These are their three exclusive stretch technologies:
Comfort Stretch: with a stretch factor between 5%-25%, these levels of stretch make Mott & Bow jeans easy to walk around in, run some errands, and hang out with the boys; perfect for everyday wear.
Dynamic Stretch: Mott & Bow’s jeans with this technology have a stretch factor between 26%-35%. While keeping their premium quality intact, jeans developed with Dynamic Stretch carry 2X the amount of stretch you can find on traditional denim. The absolute flexibility and insane comfort levels of their Dynamic Stretch jeans makes them the perfect travel jeans.
4-Way Stretch: Mott & Bow developed this stretch tech to make their jeans suitable for men with very active lifestyles. Typically jeans with a stretch component will only stretch horizontally, but this unique high-performance denim stretches vertically and horizontally, which means they’re built for action, and can even stand in as active wear.
Weight
Whether you’re looking for a pair that keeps you cool under the 90º heat or cozy in the crisp 32º cold, you can find Mott & Bow jeans that range from a light 10 oz. to a heavier 14 oz. fabric.
And if you’re worried that heavier denim could be harsh and rough on your skin, Mott & Bow excels at making their denim luxuriously soft, adding a nice feeling through unique craftsmanship and premium materials.
Our favorite pairs
For stretchy jeans that work great for the office and casual occasions, be sure to grab Mott & Bow’s Mercer jeans. Made with twill denim and available in 14 modern colors, these perfect business casual jeans carry Mott & Bow’s exclusive Comfort Stretch tech, which gives them a 20% stretch factor.
If you’re looking for winter jeans, we recommend you check out their heavyweight pairs, like their 14 oz. Hubert with a 23% stretch factor, and their 13 oz. Oliver, with an 18% stretch factor.
Summer jeans require breathable denim that keeps you cool and in style, so be sure to grab their 10.6 oz. Mosco jeans with a 20% stretch factor, or their super stretchy Greene jeans, weighing 11.2 oz. and featuring an outstanding 39% stretch factor.
The classic jeans: Levi’s
Stretch
The popular brand makes their stretch jeans using elastane, a stretchy, synthetic fiber also known as Spandex or Lycra. They add between one to three percent of this fabric to their denim composition.
Levi’s jeans have stood the test of time and remained a good option for men who are looking for stretchy and comfortable jeans.
Weight
Levi’s denim is mostly crafted from midweight denim, which means most styles are between 10.5 and 12.5 oz. However, they do carry some pairs outside this range.
Our picks
Their 541® Athletic Taper Flex jeans are one of their bestselling pairs, and most people opt for them because of their low price and great stretch. And of course, the jeans that started it all back in 1873, the Levi’s 501® Original, are a classic addition to your wardrobe.
The heavier jeans: Everlane
Stretch
Everlane calls their stretch technology 4-Way stretch: they add elastane to their denim composition, achieving basic levels of stretch due to their jeans being between one and three percent elastane. On the other hand, their Performance Chinos are made with up to six percent elastane, deeming this style a bit stretchier than their traditional denim jeans.
Weight
Their denim is mostly medium-heavy and heavyweight, with denim pairs weighing between 12.5 to 13 oz. These weights make Everlane’s jeans a great choice for cooler seasons, although the low stretch factor might hinder their performance.
They also have a variety of Chinos and wool pants with a bit more stretch than their traditional denim jeans. If you’re looking for something other than denim, look for these options in their store.
Our picks
In 6 different colors ranging from deep black to light blue, Everlane’s Slim 4-Way Stretch Organic jeans are a nice option to wear daily. We also recommend giving their Performance Chinos a try. Maybe their stretchiest pants, you can find them in 7 different colors that work wonders for versatility.
Popular and economical: American Eagle
Stretch
This popular brand carries jeans that range from no stretch at all to ultra-high stretch. Their primary examples of high-stretch styles are their Airflex+ and Airflex+ Ultrasoft jeans. They are the perfect blend of comfort, stretch, and low price.
Weight
Their jeans go from light to heavyweight, which makes American Eagle a versatile option that offers denim for all seasons.
Pro tip: if you’re in search for a summer pair, check out their breathable denim collection.
Our picks
American Eagle’s $50 AirFlex+ Ultrasoft Athletic Skinny jeans are a great option if you like this kind of fit, although they only come in 2 colors. If a straight fit is more your style, their AirFlex+ Athletic Straight jeans are an excellent choice, as well.
Both of these pairs have a high level of stretch and preach breathability, so they’re sure to keep you comfortable and cool, all day long.
Stretchy and stylish: Bonobos
Stretch
Bonobos has different categories to mark their stretch jeans, such as Premium 4-Way Stretch, Premium Stretch, Extra Stretch Travel, Selvage Stretch, Limited Edition Selvedge Stretch, Stretch Lightweight, and Stretch Eco Blue.
The way Bonobos jeans achieve their stretch is through different combinations of materials like PBT, Polyurethane, Polyester, Elastane, and Elastomultiester.
Weight
Their denim collection ranges from midweight to heavyweight, offering a variety of options for those seeking jeans suitable for cooler temperatures.
We recommend checking our their Lightweight Stretch jeans line—a summer-special from Bonobos. Crafted for breathability, these jeans are designed to keep moisture and sweat at bay
Our picks
Their Stretch Lightweight jeans are a perfect choice for the warmer and humid months, as they are made 10% from stretchy Elastomuliester.
If you’re looking for a pair to take with you when traveling, snag their Extra Stretch Travel jeans. They were designed to excel at keeping you comfortable during those walking tours and town explorations.
Our favorite pairs of
jeans and more
When it comes to selecting the best denim for daily wear, Mott & Bow takes the lead in men’s denim, offering style and comfort with their exclusive stretch technologies: Comfort Stretch, Dynamic Stretch, and 4-Way Stretch. Whether you’d like to wear jeans on your hiking routes or your biking commute, to a casual night out or on a date, you can easily find the perfect Mott & Bow jeans for your needs.
They also offer a variety of weights from which you can select the one that adapts best to the changing temperatures while maintaining a soft, premium denim touch. Regardless of the pair you choose, from the first wear, you know you have found a reliable and stylish brand that always comes through.
