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22 Best Vintage Jeans and Where to Shop Them

Vintage Jeans: Where to Shop the Denim Archives Plus 22 Rare Finds We Love

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When it comes to vintage denim, particularly from the '90s and 2000s archives, you're looking at some pretty unique details. You've got your pick from metallic studding and hand-painted florals to oversize belt loops and faded monograms. Whether you're more of a tomboy in search of the perfect relaxed Tommy Hilfiger cargo, or you'd love to make a statement in hot-pink, Gucci leopard skinnies, we can direct you to the right shopping destination.

Seeing as that thrifting is one of our favourite ways to shop sustainably, we've scoured the market at our go-to online retailers to bring you exciting options for every personality type in a wide range of sizes. Even if you're not crazy about any of the 22 pairs listed here, add these stores to your browser and make it a point to do some searching on your own. When it comes to re-mixing luxury fashion into your modern day wardrobe, you know you'll get the most wear from some good old-fashioned denim — because duh, it goes with everything.

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Levi's 501 Light Wash Distressed Denim

You can pick up these Levi's 501 Light Wash Distressed Denim Jeans ($152) in a size XL at I Am That, which is based out of Portland, Oregon.

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Levi's 501 Light Wash Distressed Denim Jeans
$152
from iamthatshop.com
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Vintage Guess Jeans

These vintage Guess Jeans ($52) are perfectly relaxed and hail from the 1990s.

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Guess Jeans
$52
from marketplace.asos.com
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Mudd Striped Baby Flare Denim

Talk about a throwback to the 2000s! We love the sporty piping on this Mudd Striped Baby Flare Denim ($112).

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Mudd Striped Baby Flare Denim
$112
from iamthatshop.com
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Chanel Spring 1994 Runway Logo Pocket Jeans

El Cycèr invests in luxury denim from the archives, like Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel Spring 1994 Runway Logo Pocket Jeans (inquire for pricing).

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Chloé Resort 2019 Horse Print Jeans

Resee has earned its spot as one of our favourite vintage shops yet, and these super-special Chloé Resort 2019 Horse Print Jeans ($561) are among the well-curated pages.

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Chloé Resort 2019 Horse Print Jeans
$561
from resee.com
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Gucci Leopard High Rise Skinny Jeans

These hot-pink Gucci Leopard High Rise Skinny Jeans ($341) are a major score on Hardly Ever Worn It.

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Gucci Leopard High Rise Skinny Jeans
$341
from hardlyeverwornit.com
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Urban Renewal Recycled Levi’s Side Lace-Up Jean

Urban Outfitters's in-house reworked program Urban Renewal churns out pants that are one-of-a-kind, like these Recycled Levi's Side Lace-Up Jeans ($119), which are a solid addition to your wardrobe for evenings out.

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Recycled Levi's Side Lace-Up Jeans
$119
from urbanoutfitters.com
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Straight Leg Gucci Blue Jeans

Another popular online retailer for all things vintage is Vestiaire Collective, where you'll find embellished, embroidered, and hand-painted jeans that have never been worn, like these Straight Leg Gucci Blue Jeans ($1,342) with pink blooms.

Straight Leg Gucci Blue Jeans
$1,342
from vestiairecollective.com
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Let Me B "Bongo" Velvet Jeans

If you're a fan of denim brands popular in the '90s and 2000s such as Miss Me, True Religion, and Rock & Republic, Giant Vintage is your hot spot. These back pocket-less Let Me B "Bongo" Velvet Jeans ($52) are still available in both a size 0 and a size 3.

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Let Me B "Bongo" Velvet Jeans
$52
from giantvintage.com
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'90s Tommy Hilfiger Carpenter Jeans

Love denim cargos? These '90s Tommy Hilfiger Carpenter Jeans ($85) from Thrilling Vintage belong in your closet to wear with cropped cardigans.

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'90s Tommy Hilfiger Carpenter Jeans
$85
from shopthrilling.com
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Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Denim Jeans

Treasures of NYC aka TNYC ships internationally, and keeps some rare finds like these Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Denim Jeans ($1,090) in stock.

Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Denim Jeans
$1,090
from treasuresofnewyorkcity.com
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Levi's 512 Jeans

Depop is a great place to browse denim on-model, instead of on the hanger. These Levi's 512 Jeans ($70) have that classic acid wash and are in "like new" condition.

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Levi's 512 Jeans
$70
from depop.com
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Vintage Miss Sixty Jeans

For a cowgirl aesthetic with extra flair, shop these Vintage Miss Sixty Jeans ($86) straight off ASOS Marketplace.

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Vintage Miss Sixty Jeans
$86
from marketplace.asos.com
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Vintage Y2K JNCOS Jeans

These Vintage Y2K JNCOS Jeans ($198) come in a wide fit with a patch at the pocket, for that extra kick of personality.

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Vintage Y2K JNCOS Jeans
$198
from iamthatshop.com
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Sami Miró Porterhouse Jeans

Sami Miró reworks her denim for some major celebrity names. Both Kylie Jenner and her daughter Stormi have their own takes on the Porterhouse Jeans ($425). Every pair you see is unique.

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Porterhouse Jeans
$425
from samimirovintage.com
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Madewell High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans in Medium Wash

Madewell recently partnered with ThredUp on its Madewell Forever curation, which allows customers to trade in their pre-loved denim at a more affordable price. These Madewell High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans in Medium Wash ($46) ship from Georgia and were originally $130!

Madewell High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans in Medium Wash
$46
from madewellforever.thredup.com
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Opening Ceremony Mid-Rise Straight Leg Jeans

Never forget to check out The RealReal for exciting buys, like these Opening Ceremony Mid-Rise Straight Leg Jeans ($55), which come new with tags and elastic pulls at the waist.

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Opening Ceremony Mid-Rise Straight Leg Jeans
$55
from therealreal.com
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Levi's 501 Indigo Jeans

Beyond Retro seems to have an endless stock of Levi's 501s, like this straight-leg pair in Indigo ($54), which works for any gender.

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straight-leg pair in Indigo
$54
from beyondretro.com
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Christian Dior Pre-Owned Embroidered Skinny Jeans

Though you may find yourself quickly on the verge of splurging, Farfetch's Pre-Owned section includes some really beautiful pieces from the archives, like these Christian Dior Embroidered Skinny Jeans ($605).

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Christian Dior Embroidered Skinny Jeans
$605
from farfetch.com
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Versace Denim Baroque Print Jeans

Shop LePrix for really fun prints and patterns, like these Versace Denim Baroque Print Jeans ($259).

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Versace Denim Baroque Print Jeans
$259
from leprix.com
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Roberto Cavalli Studded Jeans

Just try to convince us these Roberto Cavalli Studded Jeans ($390) weren't worn by a celebrity on the red carpet in the early aughts.

Roberto Cavalli Studded Jeans
$390
from treasuresofnewyorkcity.com
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See By Chloé Blue Denim Jeans

These See By Chloé Blue Denim Jeans ($85) from Vestiaire Collective are embroidered with a kitschy pattern that'd be totally cool to wear now.

See By Chloé Blue Denim Jeans
$85
from vestiairecollective.com
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