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Madewell The Pencil High Waist Jeans, Main, color, Pipestone Wash
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Madewell The Pencil High Waist Jeans, Alternate, color, Pipestone Wash
Madewell The Pencil High Waist Jeans, Alternate, color, Pipestone Wash
Madewell The Pencil High Waist Jeans, Alternate, color, Pipestone Wash

The Pencil High Waist Jeans

Madewell

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$148.00Current Price $148.00
Color: Pipestone Wash
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The cut: fitted through the hips and thighs, these high-rise jeans have slim, straight legs and the holds-you-in feel of the brand's Magic Pockets in front.

  • 30 1/2" inseam; 11" front rise (size 26)
  • Zip fly with button closure
  • Five-pocket style
  • 85% cotton, 3% recycled polyester, 2% elastane
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Imported
  • Item #11005616
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