The right pair of jeans can do wonders, while the wrong pair will sit unworn at the back of your closet. Fit is everything.

Before you shop, know your preferences: rise, leg shape and wash all dramatically change how a pair looks and feels.

What to consider

• Rise: low, mid or high - it changes the whole silhouette
• Leg: slim, straight, tapered or wide
• Wash: dark for smart, light for casual
• Stretch: a little goes a long way for comfort

Take your time in the fitting room - the perfect pair is worth the hunt.