How many pairs of jeans should a person own?

How tall is your denim pile? Mine is 15 pairs high.

According to Fashion United, the average number of jeans a woman owns is seven. But the catch? They say she only really wears four. Mind = blown. 

So, how have I come to have so many pairs and is it a bit excessive?

The truth is, I’ve just sort of accumulated them over the past 6 years. They range in size from a 27 to a 31. Having had two kids recently has meant my weight has fluctuated significantly. A lot of people would say that I should have cleaned out my closet more thoroughly over the past few years. That no one needs 15 pairs of jeans - especially if half of them don’t fit perfectly at any given time.

But you know what? I’m glad I’ve held onto them.

They’re all classic styles and they work just as well today as they did the day I bought them. Most have a skinny or slim leg. They’re all in shades of classic chambray or black. I have no regrets.

I’m ok with having items in my wardrobe that are a bit too big or a bit too small. It means that when my weight fluctuates (which I’m sure it will continue to do) I don’t have to freak out about not having clothes that fit. So, I’m holding onto my 15 pairs for now and, who knows, I might even add a couple new pairs into the mix this year.

But back to the original question: how many pairs of jeans should a person own? There’s no right answer but I think having 3-5 pairs that you really love and that fit well is a pretty good benchmark to work towards.