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6 Ways to Wear Boyfriend Jeans Into Fall

Mary Jo Manzanares — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 00:22:00 +0000

If you didn’t get into the boyfriend jeans trend over spring and summer, you can still jump on the bandwagon for fall. Most of the basic remain the same, with a few adjustments for the change of weather, and the focus is still on a comfortable fit.

Here’s a few tips to take the trend into fall:

"Drew" boyfriend jeans from True Religion

Look for a loose, baggy cut. They should be nicely broken in, so don’t overlook shopping at a vintage or thrift shop – or grabbing a pair from your best guy’s closet. The focus is on a soft, comfortable fit – like you’ve worn them for years and they feel even better with every wearing. This style is a lot more forgiving than skinny jeans, and is flattering on most body types.

Check out the look from behind. Just because they’re a loose fit doesn’t mean they should sag in the rear. Choose a pair that makes your butt look good. If you’re a bit curvy in that part of the body, boyfriend jeans could be a perfect choice for you. With the looser cut through the rear and thighs, there should be enough room for all of you.

Straight leg. No boot, no flare. Roll them up less for fall than you did for spring. If the weather stays warm, take them up a little higher if you’d like, but if it’s rainy fall weather, much higher than the ankle will look out of place.

Wear with nearly any kind of shoe. Boots and heels give one look, sandals and flip flops another. Pair your heel to the occasion and strut your stuff.

High rise or low rise. Choose a rise that works for your body type. Whether you prefer a higher rise or lower, the emphasis should be on the casual silhouette, not where the waist hits.

Balance on top. Wear with a girly top and offset the guy-ish look with something feminine and flirty, or a body hugging sweater that shows off your curves on top. Look for a top that balances the look out, and doesn’t look too loose and casual on both top and bottom.

How do you wear your boyfriend jeans?

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Cropped Denim Choices for Any Occasion

Mary Jo Manzanares — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:38:00 +0000

After seeing cropped denim all over Italy, it’s become apparent that I’m going to need to buy a pair. If they’re still that popular in Europe, chances are they’re going to be around for at least another season or two in the US.

Here are a few choices representing options for nearly any type of occasion:

!iT JEANS ‘Ellie’ Boyfriend Jeans have subtle distressing details, making this dark blue wash casual and relaxed. Cuffed hems can also be worn uncuffed. $78.

Christopher Blue Julianna Crop Stretch Jeans have a curvy fit with a slightly higher rise. Very flattering. $148.

KUT from the Kloth Crop Denim Stretch Jeans have a lighter wash with an embroidered logo on the back pocket. Contrast stitching. $69.

Classiques Entier ‘Glam Denim’ Crop Pants feature straight legs in a very dark wash. Depending on your office environment, these may be suitable for work. $118.

Rock & Republic ‘Evelyn’ Crop Stretch Jeans is another slim fitting, dark stretch crop featuring the signature contrast-stitched logo on the pocket. $188.

True Religion Brand Jeans ‘Lily’ Stretch Denim Crop Jeans, with their super skinny silhouette, also provide a bit of flash with Swarovski buttons on the back pockets. $262.

Calvin Klein Jeans Crop Skinny Stretch Jeans features a slimming, sleek look in a 5-pocket cropped jean. $59.50.

David Kahn Jeans ‘Chelene’ Crop Jeans give a faded, casual look, and with a bit of stretch make for an easy fit. $158.

Paige Premium Denim ‘Hidden Hills Crop’ Stretch Jeans, a great fitting favoritie, offers a straight leg cropped jean in a dark wash. $169.

Photo credit: Nordstrom

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6 Trendy Skirts From Urban Outfitters

Rachel Segal — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 01:58:00 +0000

I’ve fallen in love with the skirts Urban Outfitters is bringing in these days. The cuts, colors and patterns are simply gorgeous. I really appreciate how their website shows off each skirt with just a simple t-shirt, but you could easily transition each of them to a more upscale affair.

So which skirt is right for you? Well, if you’re lucky enough to be born all leggy and slim, then opt for the black pencil skirt in the top right hand corner or the high waisted denim number – bottom, middle. If you have a more “shapely” behind and short legs (like me) then I recommend the two other options in the top row – in the middle is the ultra comfortable Lux Azure skirt, then there is the slightly dressier pleated teal pocket skirt.

From Left to Right: BDG Knee Length Knit Pencil Skirt $42.00; Luxe Azure Skirt $58.00; Silence & Noise Pleated Skirt with Pockets $58.00; Silence & Noise Seamed Knit Pencil Skirt $38.00; Lark & Wolff by Steven Alan Skinny Denim Skirt $54.99; Ecote Tokyo Printed Poplin Skirt $39.99

Images: Urban Outfitters

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