Q: I love skinny jeans because they make my legs look long, but they also make my butt look extra big. I am of medium build and I really want to look tall. Where can I find the perfect pair of jeans?

A: It can take a lifetime to find the perfect pair of jeans.

Don't worry, though, I won't let my jaded view mar your enthusiasm for the perfect denim.

You can try Calvin Klein Jeans Body jeans, which come in a skinny cut for women and are meant to look flattering on women of various shapes and sizes, including bootylicious types like campaign model, actress Eva Mendes. Prices start from $289.

Over at Levi's, you can check out the straight or slim-fit jeans with dark finishes. These styles are easier to dress up and are flattering on any figure, says Margaret Pang, Levi's product manager.

Some details on the jeans, such as embroidery or embellishment on the back pockets, can deflect attention from the size of the butt.

Wearing a long, dark-coloured top that covers the hips also helps, she adds.

Try Levi's Square Cut and Lady Style jeans, with prices starting from $139.90. Pairing jeans with heels rather than flats is also a surefire way to make legs appear longer.

This article was first published in Urban, The Straits Times.