Blake Lively recently made headlines by wearing a $19,000 pair of Valentino jeans to a movie screening, raising questions about the cost of fashion.

While these extravagant jeans, featuring intricate embroidery and cut-outs, are designed for the elite, most designer jeans range from $2,500 to $3,500.

With options available from affordable $100 Levi’s to sustainable brands like MUD Jeans at $200-$500, the real question is how to choose the right pair for your budget and lifestyle.