<img src="http://tallmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/ae-boyfriend-jean-review.jpg" alt="ae-boyfriend-jean-review.jpg" class="pic fl" />Well, the verdict is in. I received the 36" long American Eagle Boyfriends Jeans that I got at a smoking $24.95 (now back up to $29.50).

Here is the summary:

<strong>Pros:</strong> The length of course, and the price for the length. Talk about rare! They come in long (34.5-35") and X-Long (36"). I also like color of this "dark vintage" rinse. They are a little fitted through the thighs, but are not toooo tight for my athletic thighs like a lot of modern styles are. My thighs often feel like stuffed sausages when trying on the new cutesie jeans. But these are doable.

<strong>Cons:</strong> I like a bit of a low rise, but not the super low rise. No thanks on the drafty crack. While these aren't dangerously low by today's standards, they are just a bit low for my comfort zone. Also, they seem true to size through the hips &amp; thighs, but gape at the waist. This is something I always struggle with. Maybe I'm built weird? If anyone shares this problem and knows of any great jeans that <em>don't</em> gape, please tell me!

<strong>Verdict:</strong> While they are not perfect, I think these are well worth the $25-$30 price tag and are worth throwing on a belt to rectify a little gaping! I just may try American Eagle jeans again.

Buy Online: <a href="http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat90120&amp;productId=1432_7570">American Eagle</a>
Price: $29.50