- Good American recently released Power Stretch Pull-On Jeans — a collection of body-sculpting jeans.
- Designed to be stretchy, the collection includes three styles: skinny, flare, and straight jeans
- We tested the collection to see just how comfortable the pants really are.
I went through a phase in my early adolescence during which I only wanted to wear pull-on, stretchy pants. Eventually, I grew out of said phase and moved on to favoring jeans. Cut to my early 30s, post-pandemic, and, like most people, I find myself searching for pants that feel comfortable, but won't look like loungewear as I venture out in public again. So when Good American dropped its Power Stretch Pull-On jeans collection, not only was I hit with a tidal wave of nostalgia, I needed to try on a pair ASAP.
Power Stretch is Good American's ultra-flexible denim. It's described as "body-sculpting" and "curve-loving," and made from a blend of cotton, recycled cotton, elasterel-P (textile fibers), recycled polyester, and elastane. The collection currently includes three styles — skinny, flare, and straight-leg — that are said to feel as lax as sweatpants, so I, and two other INSIDER editors, put the pants to the test to see for ourselves just how comfortable and body-conforming they really are.
Sizing and fit
One of the reasons why Good American is so popular is because it values size and shape inclusivity. For example, its Power Stretch Pull-On jeans come in alpha sizes, ranging from XS to 5XL, rather than standard sizes, which reflect the average measurements of a select group of people. This is to make sure every customer feels comfortable in Good American clothing and, more importantly, that their unique body shape and size feel represented by the brand.
When testing the Power Stretch Pull-On Jeans, I ordered a size small, or 1. My size varies from brand to brand, but normally I range from a size 0 to a size 2. I found the fit to be true to size on days when I wasn't bloated, however, because I have a digestive disorder and bloat is something I experience quite frequently, I wish I had gone up a size for a roomier fit.
Our Reviews of Good American Power Stretch Pull-On Skinny Jeans
No matter what Gen-Z has to say, I stan skinny jeans and will wear them until I die. The collection's skinny style conforms to the body like, well, a second skin. They're also soft and as stretchy as they're marketed to be. My only major qualm with the pair was its waistband. Standing up, I had no issue; sitting down, the band felt a little restrictive. I found myself tugging them up to my ribs for relief throughout the day. The fit is fine on an average day, but I would avoid the pair when bloated (or buy a second pair and size up). — Julia Guerra, freelance writer, Insider Reviews
This was my first experience with Good American jeans, and I was surprised how quickly they became my favorite pair in my closet. My life uniform is black skinny jeans; I've tried a lot of different pairs, and this one is by far the comfiest and best fitting. The feel is somewhere between yoga pant and traditional jean, so there's a bit of structure, but lots of stretch. They were perfect for wearing around Europe on a recent trip; they're comfortable to walk in all day and they go with pretty much everything in my suitcase. They're true to size: I typically wear a 22/24, and ordered Good American's size 6 (3X) and found they fit perfectly. I'll definitely be ordering these again once I wear this pair into the ground. — Lauren Savoie, deputy editor, Insider Reviews
Our Reviews of Good American Power Stretch Pull-On Flare Jeans
I've never been a fan of flare, but this pair might just convert me. I'm 5'2" and usually struggle to find flare jeans that don't swallow me up and bunch and pool at my feet, but these were a great length. Once I put on a pair of heels, the final look was exactly what I'd been hoping for. Similar to the skinny style, my biggest issue was the waistband, but otherwise, I'll definitely wear them again. — Julia Guerra, freelance writer, Insider Reviews
Our Review of Good American Power Stretch Pull-On Straight Jeans
When I first ordered these jeans, I thought they'd fit more like a kick-flare pair since they look a little cropped on the model. But at 5'1", they ended up fitting more like extra-long skinny jeans with a tiny bit of room around the ankle. I had to roll these several times to get them to a reasonable length, so I'd say they probably aren't the best for shorter folks. I did like how stretchy they were, but I'd probably pair them with oversized sweaters to hide the waistband, which doesn't even have the illusion of a button. Overall, they're not my favorite stretch jeans aesthetically, but the comfort level makes them a great work-from-home staple. — Sally Kaplan, executive editor, Insider Reviews
Cons to consider
While stretch is the key attribute of Good American's jeans, they may not be for everyone. If you're looking for traditional denim that's naturally stiff or fitted with a button and zipper closure, you'll want to choose different jeans.
The bottom line
Good American Power Stretch Pull-On Jeans have a place in everyone's wardrobe. Whether you've been searching for jeans to help sculpt your figure or a pair of jeans to wear when you'd rather be wearing sweatpants, these are it. Each of us have different body types, but we all liked them for the comfort and stretch.
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