Skinny jeans

nounStandard termTextiles

A style of denim trousers cut to fit closely from the waist down to the ankle.

Denim pants constructed with a very tight fit through the hips, thighs, and calves, tapering to a narrow leg opening at the ankle. They typically incorporate elastane or spandex into the cotton weave to allow for movement and a skin-tight silhouette.

Heard on the job

The tech pack for the new skinny jeans calls for a fabric with at least three percent elastane for recovery.