I generally buy some sort of Wranglers for work and "decent jeans". Like others say, the styles and cut changes all the time, so I try them on at the store before buying. I don't mind some stretch in them, but they won't last as long. For "chore pants" I'll buy whatever fits from Tractor Supply, generally Blue Mountain loose canvas khakis and carpenter pants for about $15. Either that or surplus BDU pants.
