Hi everyone!
Since we all have trouble finding jeans, regardless of our size, I thought I would list models that I find keep everything together and don't look ridiculous. I wear skinny jeans only so I strongly encourage people to list their own cut preferences.
Size range: 8-12
Current weight: 162
Height: 5'4 (not petite but not regular either...)
Rise preference: Medium to high
Cut: skinny
Stretch preference: a little
Body shape: hourglass. The shape that has gaping at the waist but everything else fits.
Brand: J.Crew
Model: Toothpick ankle
Fit: skinny
Stretch: the wash I have (medium wash), very stretchy
Rise: High on me, probably medium on taller people
My size: 29
Pro/cons: Expensive but found mine for $60 CAD, always stock them
Brand: Old Navy
Model: Rockstar
Fit: skinny
Stretch: very stretch but runs very small!
Rise: Medium on me, probably low on tall people
My size: 12 in a light wash
Pro/cons: Inexpensive and often on sale, sizes and quality differ depending on wash, stretch out a lot.
Brand: Citizens of Humanity
Model: Rocket
Fit: Skinny
Stretch: Not sure since I've only owned a pair. I'd say not so stretchy.
Rise: High
My size: 32 (although too big at the moment)
Pro/cons: Super expensive (wait for a sale!), amazing durability (no thigh wear as of yet), not available in different inseam lengths in most stores (have to roll mine)
So there you go everyone! Hope that can help someone.