If you could name just one item that you dread shopping for the most, especially online, what would it be? Sure, a bra, which is safest purchased after you have actually tried it on, ranks near the top of the list. But the wardrobe staple that steals the number one spot is, you guessed it, a pair of skinny jeans. We know denim shopping in general isn't the easiest thing to do—and finding the perfect jeans (i.e., a style that's comfortable, fairly affordable, and top quality) can take a lot of time.
But there is one major thing you can do on your denim journey to make it way less overwhelming: Find a brand you love, preferably one that specializes in the particular cut you're looking for, and stick to it. Now, because we're quite the fashion experts, we thought we'd put together a list of the labels our editors shop religiously for some of the best skinny jeans in the game. Ready to see our definitive brand guide on where to buy the best skinny jeans, hands down. Read on to see our selection, and then shop our two favorite pieces from each.