Fact is, I used to wear jeans every day. Yup. From 12 to about 27, I pretty much ONLY wore jeans. Jeans and t-shirts, jeans and singlets, jeans and jumpers.
Jeans. Jeans. Jeans.
SINCE I've been about 27, I've pretty much only worn dresses and sometimes (these days) shorts and skirts. At that golden age, 27 - I don't entirely know what happened, my mum bought me a dress and then soon after - they became my clothing of choice. In the last few years, I have worn jeans a once or twice:
From one of my CC posts in January 2011 on Alpine Accessories
In my recent Scottish post, I mentioned a City Chic Tunic that could be worn with jeans... and one of you kind of challenged me on that! I was asked by my lovely challenger about how often I ever really wear jeans. I kind of loved that...
The thing is, I'm a big believer in trying new things, learning about my own sense of fashion and being dynamic. This little jean challenge made me think about how I actually rule out a whole bunch of choices and styles because of my lack of denim. SO here I go... And from now on I'll try myself in some CC jeans every now and then to help show you a couple of different looks!
I've gone for High Waist Skinny jeans for this post. Because I'm constantly in leggings, I thought High Waist Skinnys would kind of replicate the feeling of my leggings and therefore feel safe for me to wear out and about... Changing up a look can be much easier when you have a little comfort and confidence.
To be honest, the day, while freezing, was beautiful as it hadd snowed the night before. My boyfriend and I headed into central London to walk through St. James Park right by Buckingham Palace. It's been a much milder winter this year and I always relish a chance to enjoy snow, so the weekend was a real treat. These shots were taken about ten days ago and looking through them again makes me wish it would snow again!
COME ON!!!
In St. James' Park with Buckingham Palace in the background. Fancy!
I liked the outfit I chose for this post. I liked how I felt and looking at the shots, I'm glad for that small challenge about jeans! I am sure next time, I will get some MORE shots too... Gotta grow my jean confidence a bit, first!
Meanwhile, I'm about to get online and browse through some more City Chic clothing... any more challenges? Or anything else you want me to wear WITH the jeans?
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Love the jeans look, Really looking forward to seeing more on you.
Would also love to see some tailored trousers. 40's style. Dressy and glam!!!
Caroline
Wow, the jeans look amazing on you. XXXX
WOW! You look lovely in jeans, they really suit you and I'm so pleased to see you in something "different" to normal!! I can't wait for more jeans looks! And I am very proud of you taking off that lovely warm coat in all that snow! xx
Hi I am going to Europe for winter and I wanted to ask where did you find your long coat.
Caroline - Tailored Trousers? Interesting. That is something I never wear. Okay - challenge noted! I will keep my eye for a great CC pair to release! x.
B - Thank you. x.
KayTee - Ha ha! It was FREEZING! I will order a dark pair of jeans too, to mix it up. For now, I might stick with skinnys - but at least I've started!
Anonymous - I got my coat at BHS which is a relatively cheap store here in the UK. It is either a 20 or 22. To be honest, buying once you get here is no bad idea - but if you DO buy in Australia, try for a heavy wool blend - really you need AT LEAST 30% wool in the coat. Thermal underwear is cheaper in the UK than in Australia too - try M&S - I sized DOWN for mine - it is stretchy but snug. I wear 16s in these ones: http://bit.ly/wQc3jx AND http://bit.ly/wLjMX1 Have fun! x.
The shapes are cute, and I love the bird patterned top, but unless you a super skinny... Talking waif like stick, it is best to avoid whiskering lines across the upper thighs in jeans. It makes your body look wider across that portion than it actually is. And since skinny jeans are typically only recommended for girls with a straight figure trying a add the look of curves and a select group of others, you have to be really careful adding any visual width to that part of your legs since the jean cut already does that. I would go with a solid dark wash skinny jean with the outfit for a slightly more slimming look. Very cute though even as is! And straight leg jeans in a solid dark wash that hit the widest part of your leg and go straight to the floor are the most universally flattering shape and color jean. I would give them a look. :) love your blog.
Hi Anonymous. I have a pair of dark Skinnys that I love too. I'm not much one for dressing to "flatter" myself, because I figure no matter what I wear - I'll look awesome anyway - width or no - but I am sure other people may find those points helpful. I am new to jeans so am certainly going to look out for other styles too. Will keep an eye out for Straight Legs. Thanks!
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