... but I only have a $100 gift card. I thought that was awesome when I received it for Christmas, but now that I'm browsing, it seems I can barely afford a damn pair of socks, let alone a cute pair of jeans.

I LOVE AE jeans. They fit me perfectly. If anyone has tried any brands at Macy's that are comparable, please let me know! I might convince my boyfriend to let me dip into some of his $100 card, since there isn't anything he likes there, either.

Thanks, girls!

You would prob like 7s...They're amazing! The cut is kinda like AE IIRC :P Either way though, they fit most gals & I have a pair from over 2 years ago that are still in great shape :) I think they run about $130 a pair or so?

I've heard good things about 7s. I'll try to find a pair that I can afford. The photos on Macy's site look decent - certainly better than most of the other jeans. Thanks for the recommendation, Katie!

You would prob like 7s...They're amazing! The cut is kinda like AE IIRC :P Either way though, they fit most gals & I have a pair from over 2 years ago that are still in great shape :) I think they run about $130 a pair or so?
So, I ended up splurging on a pair of dark-wash 7s. They fit me really well, and at 160 bucks, they were the most reasonably priced (which blew my mind. I think this is the most I have ever spent on anything I've worn - including jewelry). I'll take pics and post them later.