It took me a while, but I think I have finally mastered the art of the skinny jean!
I went weeks avoiding them, then a few more weeks hunting for the right pair (and failing miserably), to finally finding a few pairs that actually fit and I adore!
What a whirlwind of emotions just over a pair of pants!
I love this fashion must-have because they can be paired with boots, flats or heels and still look fashionable and amazing! I also love that at 5'2" they make me look taller! Woohoo! These gorgeous colored bottoms are the perfect addition to a silk blouse, fun sweater or even a cool t-shirt.
Here are a few things that I have learned throughout my skinny jean search:
1. They are not all the same length!
I bought one pair in a size 3 in one store that are the perfect length and bought a size 4 in another store that are 4 inches too long!
2. They don't all fit the same way!
In Old Navy I had to try on a size 6, just to be able to get them on. Then when I went to J.CREW, H&M, and Delia's my size would range from a 2-4. I make sure to try them on in every store, to avoid bringing them back the next day.
3. They aren't all in the same price range!
I found a pair of black skinnies that I really liked in H&M. It took a little more searching and trying on various pairs than I would like, but for $24.95 they were a steal. In a store like J.CREW, where the quality is much better, you'll end up paying a bit more for them.
I am happy to say that I am now the proud owner of four pairs of skinnies, from different stores, in different colors and sizes! I can't wait to pair my mint, mustard, black, and blue jean skinnies with all types of fun blouses and sweaters!
Did you experience these same things buying your skinnies?
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As always, Have a Sweet Day!
2 comments:
I avoided them for a long time as well, but then someone gave me a pair, and now I'm addicted! My favorite pair are from Banana Republic (though I got lucky and found them at Plato's Closet for $2 on clearance!)...so flattering! I'm still on the search for a good pair of colored skinnies... I've tried Old Navy, Target and a few others and haven't found any that fit right!
Pretty much all my jeans now are skinnies. I get the ones from Forever21, the $10 ones because they're so comfy and the fabric is not too thick for the Los Angeles weather. All of my friends who own a pair from there love their jeans too because it just hugs your curves. They don't have them in colored ones though! I've seen cute colors at Target but I've always been unsure of buying colored jeans :)
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