The Gloria Vanderbily Plus Size Amanda stretch jean was my favorite for several years. When I wore a 28, I could squeeze into the size 26 of this jean. As I dropped sizes, it was always more generous in the waist, easiest to find, and a very forgiving jean.
I still love the Amanda jean. but I may break up with it. The material on some of them is a little thinner. I liked the thicker denim. I find I am able to wear some other brands of jeans, which I will review also. Variety is the spice of life!
It is no longer my only jean, but I still keep one or two pairs around.