Everlane The Way-High Jean 2.0 review

Everlane's The Way-High Jean 2.0 is the pick for women who want a number before they buy: the product page lists a 12.25 inch rise, the highest measurement we found on any jean in this list. Everlane says the 2.0 version lowers the rise slightly from the original but still holds you in, improves comfort at the waist and adjusts the saddle shape for a better fit in the seat. The leg is straight and intended to hit at the ankle, with a 27.5 inch regular inseam and a 29.5 inch long inseam. Fabric is 98% organic cotton with 2% elastane and a zipper fly, and the jean is made in Vietnam. At $88 it costs well under the premium brands, US orders over $75 ship free and US returns are accepted within 30 days of the ship date. The limits are sizing, which runs 23 to 33, and only two lengths, so petite and plus shoppers should look at Madewell or Universal Standard.

Who it is for

women who want the tallest published rise for under $100

Price

$88 on everlane.com as of November 2026.

THE WAY-HIGH® JEAN 2.0 Regular price $88
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Published 12.25 inch rise, the tallest number on this list
• Straight leg intended to hit at the ankle
• 98% organic cotton and 2% elastane
• Regular 27.5 inch and long 29.5 inch inseams
• Updated saddle shape for more comfort in the seat

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: $88 for a 12.25 inch rise
• Strength: Free US shipping on orders over $75
• Strength: Returns within 30 days of the ship date in the US
• Weakness: Sizes stop at 33
• Weakness: Only two inseam lengths
• Weakness: Everlane says the 2.0 rise is slightly lower than the original Way-High

Key facts

• Price: $88
• Rise: 12.25 inches
• Fabric: 98% organic cotton, 2% elastane
• Sizes: 23 to 33
• Returns: 30 days from ship date (US)

Where it ranks

Everlane The Way-High Jean 2.0 is No. 3 in our Best High Rise Jeans verdict and No. 4 in Best Straight Leg Jeans.