Balloon Barrel Jeans

Madewell

$148

original retail

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Product Details

These popular Madewell Balloon Barrel Jeans are an on-trend silhouette featuring a comfortable high rise and exaggerated curved legs that taper at the ankle. For an effortless look, pair these rigid denim jeans with a slim-fit tee and classic ballet flats.

Materials and Measurements

Black (100% Cotton). Jeans & denim. Button front fly closure. Inseam: 30". Rise: 11 ¾. Leg opening: 16". Imported. 

Size and Fit

Sized: 24-32

The model is wearing a size 26.

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (17)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Tiffany's reviews
October 28th, 2025
So cute

Wore multiple times. Ordered my regular size and it fit great. Stretched out a little bit not bad. Good for everyday and dressed up for work. Waist and hips were nicely fitted which balanced out the wider leg

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
October 27th, 2025
Why the hate?

These fit TTS or one size down. I am normally a 26, but Madewell runs large so I got 25. They were a little snug in the waist at first but as with all jean they stretched after wearing. Then the waist fit fine, and the length was good! Seems like people are getting the wrong size?

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 129lbs
Browse Jamie's reviews
October 25th, 2025
LOVE

Absolutely love these jeans I’m 5’1 and I wore a 3 inch bootie and they looked good!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Rose's reviews
November 5th, 2025
Trendy fit

These were fun to try and have the perfect trendy barrel fit!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 144lbs
Browse Valerie's reviews
October 23rd, 2025
True to size

Comfortable fit

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Browse Ari's reviews
October 23rd, 2025
Great go-to!

Madewell, in my experience, runs big. I got these in a 26 and they’re perfect. For reference, I typically wear 27 or 28. They’re a perfect length and rise, comfortable for all day wear. Nothing over-the-top exciting but an excellent staple denim.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Pear
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 3rd, 2025
cute

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Erin's reviews
October 19th, 2025
I didn't love them

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Molly's reviews
November 6th, 2025
A little short and got baggy thru the day

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 162lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
October 29th, 2025
waist is on the smaller/tighter side

Size worn:
32
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 200lbs
Browse Rachael's reviews
October 23rd, 2025
They’re okay

Tight in the waist but baggy in the zipper area.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
32
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Sherri's reviews
October 23rd, 2025
Run a little narrow in the waist. Too long for my 5’4” height. Nice material.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
October 21st, 2025
Not flattering.

Sizing & fit was fjne. They are just not flattering.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Aimee's reviews
October 20th, 2025
Too long and too big. Size down

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Devyn's reviews
October 29th, 2025
Short and small in waist

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Browse Jaclyn's reviews
October 24th, 2025
SOOOO LONG

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Haley's reviews
October 20th, 2025
no no no

The most unflattering jeans I have ever put on my body

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