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It’s hard to believe that there was a day when women simply were not allowed to wear pants, and as recently as a century ago, it was a misdemeanor for women to wear clothes “not of their sex.” Thank goodness for the forward thinking fashionistas before us who refused to accept that status quo! Today, pants are a style staple - chic, sleek, and sophisticated, comfortable and cool! From the boardroom to the ballgame and everywhere in between, you can always look perfectly polished and fabulously feminine in pants!
September 22, 2009 | 26th Edition
Just because summer has come to a close doesn’t mean it’s time to send your shorts and cropped pants into hibernation. Get creative and stretch these styles into fall; add a little spice to your winter wardrobe! Where ‘em with booties or boots, peep toes or pumps, and don’t be afraid to infuse a little funky flair! Add a pop of color to the darker days with functional and fashionable tights or trouser socks. Remember, cropped pants should hit about 4 inches above the ankle, and shorts should hit just above the knee. Create or define your shape with a shrunken blazer or waist-cinching belt, and femme it up with girly details like ruffles and bows. Dark colors, pinstripes and pleats will elongate your lines and slim your silhouette. Check out a few of our favorite ways to swing shorter styles in fall …
September 22, 2009 | 26th Edition
| Your booty will love these jeans! The gorgeously flattering fit is fabulous on almost every body. They’re sleek through the hip and thigh, releasing just below the knee into a boot cut flare to create a perfectly balanced silhouette. Uplifting in all the right places, these jeans are like the best friend you can always count on! |  |
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The season’s hottest new trend channels that oh-so-special feeling of being in love. Don’t be afraid to go up a size to achieve that slouchy slung low look. Or wear true to size for a more classic fit. Don’t forget the loose roll at the hem! Add a feminine touch with a fitted top or shrunken blazer, and lengthen your legs with a hot pair of heels. This Hollywood favorite is designed to sit a little lower on the hips, so it looks great on both curvy and straight bodies. |
| A fun, updated fashion flashback reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn’s simple yet striking style. A cool alternative to the boot cut standard, with a slim fit that hits just above the ankle. Pair with heels for elongated lines, but they look equally chic with a sweet ballet flat, or tucked into boots. |  |
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These are not your daughter’s jeans! The flattering high-rise contours to your curves and stays in place when seated, so there’s no risk of overexposure. Designed a little roomier through the hip and thigh for a sophisticated silhouette that is both classy and comfortable. |
| The super flattering super flare is a surefire fashion for feeling model-rific! The long and lean leg is slim through the hip and thigh with an exaggerated boot cut flare starting at the knee to balance out the hips. This jean is a fashionista’s dream come true - chic and sexy wrapped up in uber-comfortable, ultra-forgiving denim that looks great on a multitude of shapes and sizes. |  |
September 22, 2009 | 26th Edition
On a mission for the perfect jean?
Fit: The first step in discovering the denim diva within is finding a fabulous FIT!
- All brands were not created equal, and they all fit differently. So ditch your devotion to the specific size you just know you wear, and go with the most flattering fit!
- The hip measurement / fit is most important since the waist and length are easily altered. So if you find “great-in-the-booty” jeans that may have some other minor fit issues, just remember, your tailor can make your denim dream come true!
- Denim stretches with wear, so buy a bit snug and they’ll conform to your body.
- Slide your hands in the pockets to check the depth. Front pockets should be shallow - that’s what purses are for! The extra fabric of deeper pockets adds bulk.
Hemming: Don’t let length limit your jean dream! Tailors can work wardrobe wonders.
- Using hem tape to hem your own jeans is a great way to do a test run before committing to permanent tailoring.
- Always wash before tailoring to be sure you get the fit you want . Otherwise, they may shrink after tailoring and end up too short.
- Determine if your jeans are for flats or heels, and tailor accordingly. Sorry ladies, if you want it both ways, you’ll need two pair.
- When you go for tailoring, take the shoe you plan to wear.
- To wear with heels, the hem should go over the shoe and almost touch the ground.
Handle with Care: Until the perfect jean starts growing on trees, handle this hot commodity with care.
- Always follow the care label. In general, it’s best to wash pants in cold on a gentle cycle and air dry to prevent shrinkage.
- Turn them inside out to protect hardware and buttons and reduce fading.
- Line drying is best, but if you want to shrink back down to shape after repeated wearing, toss in the dryer for a few minutes on a cool temperature setting, and then finish with a line dry.
