The Denim Edit
Everyone seems to be hating on the jean scene, especially when heading back to class, opting for a pair of high stretch yoga pants, claiming the baby blues to be “less comfy”. Well, jokes on you because that’s a complete lie. I think the stereotype of what denim looks like: stiff fabric found in one cut, skinny, needs to be broken! Those boyfriend style high rise beauties honestly can feel way better than a pair of tight pants that may or may not give you a camel toe. Also, not to mention, you aren’t in the physical mindset of jetting off to the gym or couch (mine are mainly for the couch) during your history lecture. (Check out: dressed up for nothing for my full explanation). Don’t get me wrong, finding those pair of jeans can be hard. I would rather go bra shopping and swim suite shopping than go try on a pair of jeans. But, hopefully from one survivor to the next, I have a couple of key points that help me shave off a few of the blues.
Look for 100% cotton or a high cotton percentage. It’s better for the environment since you are eliminating plastic waste and it has a tendency to last longer!
With that being said, a high cotton percentage means you might have to size up because there isn’t that elasticity. My go to Alice and Olivia jeans are a great example of this. They are 100% cotton and have 0 stretch. I typically wear a size 27 in most pants but for them, I had to size up to a 29. They are super soft and very comfy but, that little extra wiggle room makes a difference. Numbers don’t matter to the consumer and shouldn’t. It’s just a company’s way of showing the size scale.
Minimize the gap by trying different cuts. I have a smaller waist than I do thighs and hips so, I tend to gravitate towards a “mom” cut or a “vintage” cut where there is a pretty exaggerated tapered effect. My sister on the other hand is miss pencil legs and tiny waist and she swerves to a “cigarette” or “classic” cut.
Try your hand in vintage. Covid-19 has put a small damper on the thrifting scene as it’s hard to get out and about but, try checking out online second hand shops like: therealreal, depop, and thread up.