So I took a little impromptu trip to the mall today to blow off some steam (window shopping, people, I'm too poor to actually BUY anything just yet), and I decided to check out exactly what it was about Gap that has the "elite" fashion world in an uproar. I'm mildly addicted to reading Lucky Magazine's blog (mostly Cat Marnell's, because she seems like a generally awesome person from her writings, and because she's got a very poignant outlook on how people use products and choose what to buy), and I always see things about the perfect pair of jeans. So, I went on a search..
(Random good news, apparently I've lost quite a bit of weight, because I went down to a size 3/4 from the 5/6 or 7/8 that I was earlier this summer. I don't know how or why, but I am not complaining. I'm a fan of having a flat tummy. :) )
I can't say I found the perfect pair, but I did realize a few things about the current trends going on, and I'll share my findings with all (none) of you.
Number One: Boyfriend Jeans are HARD.
Cute, but very hard to wear. Case in point? My thighs.Now, I'm not super duper hippy, nor am I twig-esque; I'm average. This trend is incredibly hard for me to wear because the jeans will always have some sort of whiskering around the thighs or fading from the top of the thigh to the inner/outter leg. Obviously, that'll make my legs appear much thicker than they actually are. I'm not a fan of this. No girl is.
Your best bet with this style is to try and find a pair that's a darker wash, and slimmer through the leg than the standard baggy jean. Also, make sure it folds up and looks good with a pair of heels IN THE DRESSING ROOM. My mistake was that I wore flats and didn't bring a pair of heels with me, and that made me look even shorter than I am (nearly impossible, since I barely top 5'3").
Number Two: The Super-Skinny Jean is Easy.
Believe it or not, this trend is a go-to for pretty much anyone. If your curvy or thin or short or tall, you CAN make this work. I promise.
For curvier girls, if you like your hips and want to show them off, these jeans are a great way to do that while still being modest. Make sure the fit around the waist is snug and fits at or above your hip bone so there's no extra room in the waistband, but so that there's also not any "muffin-top" action going on. Throw on a loose peasant top and you're good to go. If you want to balance your bottom half, make sure the top is a little loose, but not too voluminous. As always, a good pair of heels makes your legs look super gorgeous with just the right amount of curve. The over-the-knee boots that are beginning to hit stores now are also great ways to balance your curves.
For those of you who are tall and slim, these jeans are obviously a great way to show off your mile-long legs. The boot trend is a great idea for you as well, since the skinny fit will obviously go right into the boot, making your legs seem even slimmer while adding some interest along the way. You'll get the up-down look like you wouldn't believe. However, stay away from heels with these jeans if you're tall. It'll only make your legs look severe, and chances are that you don't want that. Throw on a pair of flat boots like I was saying earlier, or maybe a cute pair of gladiator sandals.
Also, Cat Marnell in her little blog thing was right; there's this Coconut trend going on with lotions right now, and the Body Shop got it right. Like I said, I'm poor right now, but I've got perpetually dry skin and as soon as I get my paycheck I'm investing in one of those tubs of body-butter. And maybe their lip balm.
Surprisingly enough, when I was in the Body Shop today, I didn't find any face SPF. None. It was weird, and I'm not a happy camper. Any suggestions? My next stop is Kiehl's, but they're very expensive and I'll have to eBay it up for that one.
Until next time!
Miss Guided
P.S. I leave for school tomorrow! I'm so excited! I'm all packed, and I'll be posting pictures of the insanity of my living room right now (the living room is my current storage unit, and my mother is positively thrilled that it can go back to "living" status once my stuff is gone).
For curvier girls, if you like your hips and want to show them off, these jeans are a great way to do that while still being modest. Make sure the fit around the waist is snug and fits at or above your hip bone so there's no extra room in the waistband, but so that there's also not any "muffin-top" action going on. Throw on a loose peasant top and you're good to go. If you want to balance your bottom half, make sure the top is a little loose, but not too voluminous. As always, a good pair of heels makes your legs look super gorgeous with just the right amount of curve. The over-the-knee boots that are beginning to hit stores now are also great ways to balance your curves.
For those of you who are tall and slim, these jeans are obviously a great way to show off your mile-long legs. The boot trend is a great idea for you as well, since the skinny fit will obviously go right into the boot, making your legs seem even slimmer while adding some interest along the way. You'll get the up-down look like you wouldn't believe. However, stay away from heels with these jeans if you're tall. It'll only make your legs look severe, and chances are that you don't want that. Throw on a pair of flat boots like I was saying earlier, or maybe a cute pair of gladiator sandals.
Also, Cat Marnell in her little blog thing was right; there's this Coconut trend going on with lotions right now, and the Body Shop got it right. Like I said, I'm poor right now, but I've got perpetually dry skin and as soon as I get my paycheck I'm investing in one of those tubs of body-butter. And maybe their lip balm.
Surprisingly enough, when I was in the Body Shop today, I didn't find any face SPF. None. It was weird, and I'm not a happy camper. Any suggestions? My next stop is Kiehl's, but they're very expensive and I'll have to eBay it up for that one.
Until next time!
Miss Guided
P.S. I leave for school tomorrow! I'm so excited! I'm all packed, and I'll be posting pictures of the insanity of my living room right now (the living room is my current storage unit, and my mother is positively thrilled that it can go back to "living" status once my stuff is gone).
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