No matter what age you are, no matter what shape, a GREAT pair of jeans is essential to your wardrobe. Now, I'm sure you've tried to find that perfect pair. I can bet that you've been out shopping, then after entering the fourth dressing room and trying on over ten pair of jeans, you're ready to retreat back home and just throw on your sweats. Well, Chica Guapa is here to help you! Below are some important considerations prior to purchasing that new pair of jeans.
What is your body shape?
There are many different cuts available and each will look different on your body shape. Determine what shape you are so that you can focus in on your best fit.
Curvy/Hourglass: Get a fuller fitting jean with a contoured waistband to avoid any gap. Try a boot cut jean. Avoid super low rise, super flare and pockets that are far apart. Try: Joe's Jeans- The Muse.
Tall & Slender: You can wear a straight leg, boot cut or skinny jean. (Lucky you!) Avoid baggy jeans that will highlight your slender physique and be sure to create a balanced look when pairing your tops with your bottom. If your derriere is on the flatter side, then try a jean with pockets that are detailed and are placed higher. Try: Mek Denim-Darwin Boot Cut or Milano Straight.
Petite: If you are petite and slender, try a straight boot cut with pocket details on the back .You can also try a skinny jean. If you are petite and curvy, avoid any super flare or embellished back pockets. Vertical whiskering on the front will help to lengthen you. Try: Red Engine Lily Petite Boot Cut.
Super curvy or pear shaped: Avoid wearing skinny jeans. Get a jean that has stretch and a fuller fit through the hip and thighs. A fuller leg or boot cut would look great and help balance your shape. Try: Joe's Jeans-Honey Booty Cut.
Plus Size: If you've got curves, avoid the skinny or tapered jean. Go for a stretch jean with tummy control, with more room through the hip and thigh. Try a boot cut in a darker wash to create a more slimming effect. Try: Liz Claiborne- Hepburn Bootcut or Svoboda Dakota.
Maternity: If you are an expectant mother looking for a stylish maternity jean that has the comfort you need at the waist, try AG Angel Secret Fit Belly.
Before you invest, also consider what look you are going for and what styles are missing from your wardrobe. Do you need a dressy pair of jeans? Casual? Flashy or Rockstar?
Before you invest, also consider what look you are going for and what styles are missing from your wardrobe. Do you need a dressy pair of jeans? Casual? Flashy or Rockstar?
There are a variety of designer jeans and different washes suited for all your different looks. Always remember that just because something is trendy or you see it on some Hollywood folks does not mean that it is the right look for YOU!
The Dressy Trouser Pant - The Dark denim trouser jean is a classy look and the lack of embellishment presents a clean and refined image. You can wear to casual day at the office with a blouse and belt, or jazz it up for a night out to dinner by pairing with a great silk top, heels and accessories. Try: Red Engine, Levi's, Not Your Daughter's Jeans, Banana Republic, JCrew, Loft.
The Dressy Trouser Pant - The Dark denim trouser jean is a classy look and the lack of embellishment presents a clean and refined image. You can wear to casual day at the office with a blouse and belt, or jazz it up for a night out to dinner by pairing with a great silk top, heels and accessories. Try: Red Engine, Levi's, Not Your Daughter's Jeans, Banana Republic, JCrew, Loft.
The Skinny Jean- This jean can be for your daily wear when paired with a long cardigan and your favorite flats, sandals or boots. Or, great for a night out on the town with a silk top or blazer and heels. Can be a light or dark wash. Try: J Brand, Mek, AG, Paige Premium Denim, Madewell, Seven7 Jeans. Budget: Forever 21 or Gap.
The Embellished Jean - This jean has glitz written all over it! Make sure the fit is perfect, because people will surely be checking you out with all those studs on your pockets and double-stitched seaming details! Try: Rock Revival, True Religion, Mek Denim, Miss Sixty.
The Casual Jean - This jean is your everyday pair that can be worn doing your errands, to your child's hockey game or even carry you right out to dinner. Pick the best wash to compliment your own personal style and the tops in your wardrobe. A darker wash will give a dressier look and lighter will be more casual. Try: Hudson, Joe's Jeans, Madewell, Paige Premium Denim or AG. On A Budget: Levi's, Gap, Simply Vera- Vera Wang for Kohls, H&M.
Finally, make sure to get the perfect fit! You've followed Chica Guapa's tips and found a great pair of jeans, but the fit is just a hair away from perfection. Fear not, your local tailor can help! If you are curvy and the fit is a bit loose in the waist or has a gap in the back, seams or darts can easily be added. For those of you in the New Haven area, you can have jean alterations done at Valentino Tailors in Hamden. If your jeans are too long, they can shorten and reattach your same jean hem for only $25.00. Be sure to prewash your jeans and bring your shoes with you to ensure the best length and fit.
Don't go it alone!!! Contact Chica Guapa to schedule a personal shopping trip and get the help you need to find the perfect jean and a great top before your next night out!
The Casual Jean - This jean is your everyday pair that can be worn doing your errands, to your child's hockey game or even carry you right out to dinner. Pick the best wash to compliment your own personal style and the tops in your wardrobe. A darker wash will give a dressier look and lighter will be more casual. Try: Hudson, Joe's Jeans, Madewell, Paige Premium Denim or AG. On A Budget: Levi's, Gap, Simply Vera- Vera Wang for Kohls, H&M.
Finally, make sure to get the perfect fit! You've followed Chica Guapa's tips and found a great pair of jeans, but the fit is just a hair away from perfection. Fear not, your local tailor can help! If you are curvy and the fit is a bit loose in the waist or has a gap in the back, seams or darts can easily be added. For those of you in the New Haven area, you can have jean alterations done at Valentino Tailors in Hamden. If your jeans are too long, they can shorten and reattach your same jean hem for only $25.00. Be sure to prewash your jeans and bring your shoes with you to ensure the best length and fit.
Don't go it alone!!! Contact Chica Guapa to schedule a personal shopping trip and get the help you need to find the perfect jean and a great top before your next night out!
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