They may have been seen on Marylin Monroe in the 50s or Jane Birkin in the 70s, but it was in the 90s that high-waisted jeans reached the height of their glory.
During this period, they enjoyed unrivalled success, being worn by celebrities such as Cindy Crawford and Madonna, and adopted by the heroines of the most popular TV shows of the day, such as Beverly Hills and Friends. It has become an essential part of women's wardrobes. Quite simply, it's on every woman's bottom! Unfortunately, this success was short-lived, and by the early 2000s, fashionistas were abandoning them in favor of low-rise jeans.
But high-waisted jeans haven't said their last word! Although they have never completely disappeared, as they are still worn by a few die-hard devotees, they have come back with revenge in recent years, brought up to date by fashion enthusiasts. This comeback is not only due to a renewed interest in the 90s, but also to the many advantages this cut of trouser offers in terms of style and comfort. Indeed, high-waisted jeans take first place in both these areas!