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Mid Rise Elastic Jeans

Explore mid rise elastic jeans with an elastic waist and timeless styling. Compare each pair’s fit, leg shape and available sizes in the product details to find the jeans that match your preferred silhouette.

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Women's BeanFlex® Jeans, Mid-Rise Straight-Leg
L.L.Bean Women's BeanFlex® Jeans, Mid-Rise Straight-Leg
A pair of bright indigo mid-rise straight-leg jeans with flexible, moisture-wicking fabric and eco-friendly TENCEL™.
(3,071)
$89.95 $75.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
Good quality
Versatile for different temperatures
True to size
Comfortable fit
$89.95 $75.99
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Women's Stretch Ripstop Pull-On Pants, Slim-Leg
L.L.Bean Women's Stretch Ripstop Pull-On Pants, Slim-Leg
A pair of dark taupe, slim-leg pull-on pants with a soft-knit waistband and durable cotton blend.
(3,009)
$89.95 $75.99
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What customers like:
Versatile style
Lightweight and quick-drying
Durable material
Great for travel
Comfortable fit
$89.95 $75.99
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Women's Lakewashed Chino Pants, Mid-Rise Pull-On Ankle
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Chino Pants, Mid-Rise Pull-On Ankle
A pair of white ankle-length chinos made from soft cotton with stretch, featuring a pull-on waistband.
(1,133)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Lakewashed Pull-On Chinos, Mid-Rise Chambray Ankle Pants
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Pull-On Chinos, Mid-Rise Chambray Ankle Pants
A soft blue cotton chambray ankle pant with stretch, featuring an elastic drawstring waist and patch pockets.
(1,066)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's BeanFlex® Jeans, Mid-Rise Skinny-Leg
L.L.Bean Women's BeanFlex® Jeans, Mid-Rise Skinny-Leg
A pair of mid-rise skinny jeans in rinsed denim with ecofriendly TENCEL™ Lyocell and CoolMax® for comfort.
(1,005)
$89.95 $75.99
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What customers like:
Flattering fit
Good quality
Versatile style
Comfortable fit
Substantial fabric
$89.95 $75.99
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Women's Stretch Briar Jeans, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Stretch Briar Jeans, Mid-Rise
A pair of mid-rise, stretch cotton/nylon blend jeans that are four times tougher than regular denim.
(49)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Well-made
Comfortable material
Perfect weight for fall or layering
Good fit
Forgiving stretch
$110 $110
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Women's L.L.Bean Go-Anywhere Jeans, Mid-Rise Patch Pocket Wide Straight-Leg
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Go-Anywhere Jeans, Mid-Rise Patch Pocket Wide Straight-Leg
A versatile pair of blue stretch denim jeans with wide straight legs and stylish patch pockets.
(0)
$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Signature Utility Jeans, Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Ankle
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Utility Jeans, Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Ankle
A soft, wide-leg ankle jean in blue cotton denim and TENCEL™ Lyocell with a flattering drape.
(0)
$120 $120
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$120 $120
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Women's 1912 Field Denim Pants, Mid-Rise Ankle Utility
L.L.Bean Women's 1912 Field Denim Pants, Mid-Rise Ankle Utility
A pair of blue denim ankle-length utility jeans with stretch, leather accents, and a comfortable mid-rise fit.
(0)
$89 $74.99
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$89 $74.99
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Mid Rise Elastic Jeans

Mid Rise Elastic Jeans bring together a familiar jeans silhouette and an elastic-waist detail worth a closer look. When choosing a pair, start with the rise: the distance from the crotch seam to the top of the waistband helps determine where the jeans sit on your body. Mid rise is a useful starting point, but the measurements and fit descriptions for each pair tell you more than the name alone. Compare those details with jeans you already like, especially where the waistband sits and how the proportions look from waist to hem. It helps to lay a favorite pair flat and measure them before shopping. That gives you a practical reference for sorting through different cuts without relying solely on your usual size.

The waistband is only one part of the decision. Look at whether the elastic goes all the way around, appears at the back, or is limited to sections of the waist, along with the closure shown in the product details. These differences can change the appearance of the waistband, particularly if you prefer to tuck in your shirt. Then consider the shape through the hip, thigh and leg opening. A straight silhouette, a narrower leg and a fuller cut each create a different look, even when the waist size is the same. Check the inseam against the length you prefer, and pay attention to the hem in the photos. Small details—pocket placement, stitching, belt loops and the depth of the wash—can help you narrow the selection to jeans that feel like your style rather than a departure from it.

A good place to begin is with the clothes you already reach for. Picture the jeans alongside a favorite button-down, a simple tee or a well-loved sweater, and consider which wash and proportions belong in that mix. There is no need to build a whole new wardrobe around a pair of jeans; familiar combinations often offer the clearest sense of what you will enjoy wearing. If you are choosing Mid Rise Elastic Jeans as a gift, knowing the recipient’s preferred rise, inseam and leg shape is more helpful than knowing size alone. A discreet look at the label of a favorite pair, or a conversation about the cuts they like, can make the choice more personal. Before deciding, review the individual sizing and care information so the details match their preferences—or your own.

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