I bought a pair of Fendi jeans that did fit well and were very comfortable so I splurged. In general though I won't pay more than about $30 either. I bought some Nauticas that I love from Costco for about that. I wish they'd get them in again - they're about $70 retail and I'd like another pair. I also bought a pair that fit great and are cut very similar to the Nautica's for $4 in Soho. I should have bought more of them.