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2 min readFABLETICS BUILT ITS name by making affordable workout clothes and stretchy casual fits that rival pricier activewear giants. Now the athleisure upstart brings that same comfort-means-value mindset with its first denim collection.
This line introduces 11 styles—including stretch-infused jeans and trucker jackets—in shades of blue, black, and cream. The Men's Health team got an early look at the collection ahead of the launch and found it delivered great value for its price point. Like most stretchy jeans, Fabletics’ cotton denim is infused with elastane, providing enough give to move without sagging. At $179 (and $149 for Fabletics members), they’re more affordable than stretch-infused options from denim giants like Levi’s. What sets Fabletics' jeans apart is the fit: tailored enough to look sharp, but relaxed enough to stay comfortable all day.
Last weekend, I wore a matching black combo of The Trucker Jacket and The Straight Leg Jean at dinner, and it felt as comfortable—and surprisingly stylish—as my favorite old dungarees that I’ve been throwing on for years. The jean is tailored in the leg without squeezing my thighs and drapes straight down. This pair, which is available in five washes ranging from deep indigo to easy, lived-in fades, feels incredibly soft and stretchy without being flimsy. The cotton feels structured and durable without being that rigid, cardboard-stiff feel you get from raw selvedge denim. I could easily cross my legs and bend down to tie my shoes without suffering through some crazy break-in period. The jacket, an easy spring layer, has a roomy fit that hits at the waist and feels cozy over a thick white t-shirt.
I also tried a few other pieces. The Slim Fit Jean runs trim without veering into skinny territory, though guys with beefier quads might want to size up. The Baggy Jean is roomy through the leg without ballooning or stacking on top of my loafers. It's cut with a little breathing room at the waist and falls clean through the hips.
If you’re looking for some exceptional casual denim at an affordable price point that you can wear to the office, on the weekend, and out to dinner without feeling stiff or overdressed, Fabletics new collection is worth a look.
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As the Style and Reviews Editor for Men's Health, Joseph covers all-things fashion and grooming. Previously, Cheatham was a commerce editor for Spy, and he has written for Travel + Leisure.
Christian is the Style and Reviews Director at Men's Health and Women’s Health, where he oversees shopping and style content for both brands. He started his magazine career as an accessories assistant at Vogue, and has since held editorial roles at Tatler Asia and The Manual. When he’s not online shopping, you can find him on long walks with his two corgis.
