On the hunt for Jeans – Top 10 Tips for Finding the Perfect Jean

I’ve been on the hunt for a little while – and granted, typically on the hunt for jeans after eating (like when I was in Chicago recently, digging around for some denim in a dire state after eating deep dish pizza. Really deep dish.) Here are some of my top thoughts around finding the perfect pair: Consider your Denim Family. What else do you have in your wardrobe? How many other pairs are jumping out at you, and how many could you see yourself do away with because they have holes in them, have ratty bottoms, or just really aren’t your cup of tea anymore? Think of the others first – if you have something that can be replaced or complimented, then proceed. Think about the Height. How tall are you? What is your exact inseam? Consider these factors before picking up a new pair – last thing you want are dragging hems or ones that make you look like Urkel. Stitching Matters. Stitching is everywhere – make sure you’re paying close attention to where and what colour it is. Ever see those cherry or apple bottom jeans? Not pretty. Go for something classic, and if you’re daring then opt for a sharp colour that contrasts against your perfect blues. Comfort. Yes, it’s true. Comfort plays a role in everything you do. Can you walk around without the case of the chafs? Can you stretch your legs and do long strides? You don’t need to do lunges, but you should be able to walk around without a waddle. Stretch isn’t so bad to have (lots of denim now has spandex or Lycra). Women’s Jeans from Marisota are an example of comfort – built in comfort stretch waist bands, but with the front of any other jean. The sit-down test. You know exactly what I’m talking about. The sit down test is to ensure that you’re not sitting down (especially with a short shirt) and embarrassing yourself. Do it. Try it. And prevent it. Outlets are Everything. Premium denim goes on so much sale that it’s upsetting sometimes. Keep an eye out and be willing to dig – those perfect pairs could be half price off. Wash out colour or colour that washes out? Washing your denim is important. Turn those suckers inside out when washing if they are known to bleed. And of course, like wash please. No one wants accidental blue dress shirts. No one. Styles for Miles. Make sure you can wear all of your jeans out and about. Yes, it’s true that some are meant for casual wear (think flare legs for instance..harder to dress up). But jeans these days are so widespread that it’s a beautiful thing to be able to wear denim from morning until night without too much guilt. Recycle, reduce, reuse Sometimes things go out of style then right back in. Hold on to your jeans, and remember – cutoffs are always big in the summertime! Personalize Them While it might not be bedazzling that will be your personalized answer…you can add a custom touch to your jeans either through purchasing raw denim (it’s claim to fame is being able to be worn to customize your personal wearing style), perfectly tailoring them, or even bleaching the suckers. Jeans are your own – add a sprinkle of your own touch and keep calm, wear on