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This New Denim Drop Features All Our Favorite Spring Styles — Without The Premium Price Tag

Live your ‘70s-inspired denim dreams without breaking your budget

by Anna Hilderman

Denim might be the ultimate wardrobe staple, but after a long winter, we’re looking to switch up our seasonal rotation with styles that add a bit of vibrancy to our closets. This year, we’re trying out relaxed, retro-inspired silhouettes — from rolled-hems and cutoffs to jeans with a flare — rinsed in blue, brown, black, even sun-bleached creams and pinks. And since a sense of springtime freshness is what we’re craving right now, what better way to feel renewed than with clothing that’s been made with the environment in mind? After all, we’re looking for denim that’s done right. That means reduced water usage, mostly organic cotton, and LEED-certified facilities.

Free Assembly, Walmart’s chic fashion brand, just launched a new spring collection filled with essential denim styles you can really feel good about. With a range of sustainable practices core to its production, Free Assembly is proof that premium denim can be easy on the earth and affordable, too. Not to mention, these pieces have been tailored for looks *and* comfort, giving you that designer look without the steep price tag. We’ve gathered some of our favorite shorts and jeans below, from ’70s flares to ’90s straight-leg cool.

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A Bit Shorter, Now

For an effortlessly-chic spring afternoon, tuck your favorite knit into a pair of rolled-cuff shorts (we especially love the washed-black rinse). Feeling a little adventurous? Try out the knee-length trend with a longer pair, roughed up with boots or sneakers and an oversized jacket. No matter which style you choose, you’ll be feeling your best in organic cotton made in LEED facilities that protect the environment by reducing water usage thanks to savvy washing techniques.

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On the Straight (But Not Narrow)

Straight-leg jeans are a forever classic. Dial it back to the ’90s with a high waist and a straight or relaxed leg, or flash forward in a more modern, wide-and-cropped style. Each of these picks has a loose fit that still feels tailored: stretch pockets give support on your front, while the back seams are perfectly angled so you look great from behind, too. We’re particularly enamored with the chutney and misty rose washes for some unexpected, yet still casual, energy.

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Swing Wide

Put some swagger in your step with jeans that flare. You’ve got options: a splashy ‘70s style, or an understated easy flare with contrast stitching. Both have a high waist for an upscale, on-trend moment. For lovers of the most classic, the mid-rise bootcut is an everyday, comfort-stretch jean that looks great paired with sneakers or heeled boots.