11.17.2009

Shopping Spotlight: Plus Size Skinny Jeans

I feel like everyone on the blog-o-sphere has dropped off for the past week! (Including me! Sorry lovelies!) But I'm back! Just trying to juggle a VERY time consuming new job!

Anyway! I love love love skinny jeans. I rarely ever wear anything else on days when I'm not working! (Which is really only once a week, but I digress.)

I always follow the same set of rules when I'm buying skinny jeans:

  • Don't, for the love of god, go so tight and skinny they every roll, flab, and lump is made clear as day
  • Don't go super tight around the ankle if you're particularly top-heavy--it gives too much of an inverted triangle look
  • Find a pair with just enough stretch. Too much, and you risk wearing denim that looks like second skin, too little, and you'll have problems doing...well...anything.
  • Pair with flowy tops and structured pieces--don't go tight up top when you're doing tight on the bottom. It just sort of looks like everything you own is too small for you.
  • Hem appropriately. Just because they won't drag on the ground if they're too long, having an extra 16 inches of fabric bunches around your ankles just makes your ankles look ridiculous. Hem to the appropriate length.

Currently, my closet is stocked with some great skinnies.


My current all around faves are the...

American Eagle Skinny Jeans: $29.50-$69.50 (depending on wash)

I love these! They're offered in sizes up to 18, but my typically size 16 booty fits into their size 14 comfortably, so they might run large. They come in a huge selection of on-trend washes. I love them! I think I have about 4 pairs...



I love that Gap redesigned their mom jeans to fit more like designer jeans! This style, like most of their jeans, are offered in sizes up to 20, which is fantastic!

Also, since Gap is seriously EVERYWHERE in the continental US, there shouldn't be any problem returning these to a store if they don't work out.



This find is all due to the new Marie Claire Plus Size Fashionista, Ashley Falcon, who recently wrote about plus size skinny jeans. Her two picks were this Old Navy pair, and a pair of Z Cavaricci skinnies.

Thanks!



I love this pair of jeans! The dark wash is super flattering, and a fantastic option for a night out with heels!



I like that these have a higher waist--definitely good for those of us with some extra weight around the middle, like me! Nothing like a strong pair of jeans to hide those love handles.

Since this pair is so straightforward and easy to style, I could definitely see this staying on trend for quite some time!



Okayyyy, so I'm kind of in love with this jean. I have a ton of black tops, so I can definitely see this working into my wardrobe easily. I also, surprisingly like the acid-wash inspiration!



 I love the vibrant color of this wash! The double button tab and zipper pockets are cute accents too. These jeans are available in sizes up to 28! So fabulous!



These. Jeans. Are. Awesome!!

I'm in love with the button detailing down the side of the ankle!!! It's a little bit military inspired, and would fantastic with a sequined top under a structured blazer, with flats!

This may just have to join my holiday wishlist!







What are your favorite pairs of skinny jeans? What do you think the best way to make this style flattering. I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Yours, etc.
CurvyGirlChic
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2 comments:

  1. I love the Old Navy jeans. They look like they would fit really well, and they're perfectly priced!

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