Got the Blues?

Your Denim Blues that is.... Yes, denim is a 'go to' look right now and for all you jean lovers this is your season! From blazers, love that Gap blazer above, to button-ups, blouses, bikinis, purses (can't believe I am actually thinking about rockin' a 'jean purse' again) and even necklaces, denim is all around us. The nice thing is, that many of us already have plenty of denim in our closets so here are some ideas for y'all to mix and match with your denims. If anything, you'll have a reason to do a little shopping this next weekend!


Check out these looks from D&G spring collection. Love the skirts with the denim tops (skirts like those can be found just about anywhere right now). Also, you can see that the ripped style jean is a green light right now as well.

Chambray

Put on belt and a cute top and you can sport this denim skirt well. Even going all denim with this skirt would work too.

Bebe Necklace

Forever 21 Denim Jacket

You can now find a variety of denim suits for this summer....

Falmer Found @alloy.com

True Religion

Sass and Bide Louis Vuitton

suits found @denimology.com

I don't think I have really rocked a 'jean purse' since like the 8th grade, but I have to say that I have seen some which have caught my eye.





Louis Vuitton

Coach

handbags found via handbagsmood.com/pursepage.com

Act on those ideas that you have....you never know where they might lead to. You were given them for a reason, so pursue them.

Blessings!

Oxox

Finding the Perfect jeans

We have all gone through those awful dressing room moments of frustration due to not being able to find a pair of flattering jeans that we love. Searching for those perfect fitting jeans can feel so discouraging. Here are a couple of tips to help when shopping for those awsome fitting, figure flattering, desired jeans.

Be true to the fit and size you are. It is so important to have a pair of denims that fit nicely all over: waist, butt, thighs and style of the pair. Don't compromise one area just because another has a nice fit. A couple of great web sites that will help customize your fit and guide you to that perfect brand for your body are http://www.zafu.com/ and http://www.lovemyjeans.com/.

Remember that alterations to bring in the waist, or take up the length are pretty inexpensive. Most dry cleaners or local alteration shops usually charge $5 to $20 for the service. Definitely worth it if you find that right pair of jeans.

The Style is important. Boot cut, Straight leg, Slight flare, Flare, etc., all have different ways in flattering different shapes, heights, and weights.

Age appropriate is important too. A couple of great styles for late 20's,30's,and 40's are the Straight leg, or the Relaxed trouser (great for the office or events-jean appropriate ). Also, less is more so basically no, or not so much of, decoration or "bells and whistles" on the denims.

Extra tips: Boot cuts tend to flatter heights 5'4'' and taller, pockets on the butt and jeans that fall at your waist line help to create a butt for you, pointed shoes will make your legs appear longer where as a rounded tip will minimize them, and the Skinny jean tends to create some curve on those straight figures. Much more info on those sites listed above.

*When you do find that perfect jean it is wise to buy two pairs; one to wear with your heels, and one to wear with your flats.

Jeans posted found at Express