There are so many perils when it comes to shopping for theright pair of jeans.

But jeans that are too tight aren’t a great look, either.

So, here are some clues that it’s crucial that you level up a size.

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Other obvious signs: you could’t get the zipper up, or it keeps falling down throughout the day.

Finally, take a peek in the mirror and see if your jeans are “smiling.”

This phrase refers to the horizontal drag lines that extend across the hips of jeans.

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An improperly fitting pair will curve up like a smile, according to thePetite Pear Project.