The cute M&S jeans I’ll wear all spring long

Working in a team of experienced fashion editors, it’s safe to say that every single day in the office is a school day. Everyone brings their own expertise, their “expert” area, if you like—mine? All things jeans.

I don’t say this lightly: in my years as shopping editor, Marks & Spencer jeans have consistently been some of the best on the high street. The fit is reliable, the quality is consistent, and the brand has a knack for landing the right silhouette at exactly the right time. This is the kind of denim you come back to.

Lately, there’s been a genre I can’t seem to avoid-barrel-foot. I’ve seen it everywhere from my Instagram feed to the office, and M&S’s version seems particularly well-judged. The silhouette itself sits in that sweet spot between relaxed and sophisticated. There is sound through the foot, but it is controlled; Directional, but still easy to wear. It’s the kind of shape that subtly transforms an outfit, making even the simplest combination — white shirt, blazer, knit — more noticeable.

If you’re looking to update your denim this season, I’d start with this pair.