The recipe for most fall outfits starts with a good pair of jeans.
High-quality denim lasts for years and can be styled again and again with whatever the next season calls for. And although trends come and go, no fit is more versatile or reliable than a standard straight-leg jean.
I was overdue for a new pair, so I turned to Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy (all owned by Gap Inc.) to find my new closet staple.
I ordered a similar style from all three retailers and wore them each for one day on a variety of outings. Then, I evaluated them based on design, fit, fabric, price, and the overall online ordering experience.
After putting them to the…
