⭐ THE DENIM EDIT | The Search for the Perfect Dark Wash Flare Begins ⭐ The hunt is officially on. My ride-or-die flare jeans — the pair you see in nearly every try-on — can’t be replaced because the brand is no longer in business… so I’m starting a true denim investigation. And today, we begin the final four. For reference as we go: I’m 5’4” and usually around a size 6, so when the try-ons begin, I’ll be evaluating length, rise, structure, and silhouette through that lens. But this post is the kickoff — not the verdict. I ordered four dark-wash, high-rise flare jeans that hit every non-negotiable: deep dark wash • clean front • structured, smoothing fit • hold-you-in rise. And if you know me, you know I swear by a true dark wash. It always reads more polished, more elegant, more high-end. Dark denim elevates an outfit instantly — it photographs beautifully, styles effortlessly, and gives every look that quiet-luxury refinement. Now the real fun begins. In the try-ons I’ll be assessing: • depth + richness of the indigo • rise + waistband structure • pocket placement • flare proportion + silhouette • fabric feel + smoothing ability • overall “this might be the one” energy This is the first chapter of a Splendidly Sourced denim mini-series — a search for the new everyday flare you’ll see in my future try-ons, winter outfits, and classic wardrobe staples. If you’ve asked about my jeans weekly (and so many of you have), you’re officially part of the mission. We’re finding the replacement together. The four contenders are linked and ready — and honestly, any one of them could win. All four are linked and budget friendly — tap to shop. flare jeans, dark wash jeans, high rise flare, smoothing denim, flattering jeans, polished dark denim, Amazon jeans, winter denim, classic wardrobe staples, denim edit, jeans for petites, high rise denim, dark indigo flares, winter outfit essentials LTKFindsUnder50 LTKdayinmylife LTKstorytime