Nov 11, 2021 - Shopping
These have a little bit of stretch, but don’t really look like they do, which is the ideal in my book. Also, I like that the waist’s not too high.
These are so nicely un-distressed and polished-looking.
Here’s a pair with an extra-high waist, if that’s what you’re game for.
This coated denim pair has a trouser-ish appeal.
And, for those of you who are still partial to skinny low-rise jeans, I bring you this well-priced pair from Levi’s.
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Kim France
I was born in Houston, Texas in 1964 and have lived in New York City since 1988. I had a long career in magazines, working at Sassy, Elle, New York, and Spin, and in 2000, I founded Lucky magazine, which I edited for ten years.
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I was born in Houston, Texas in 1964 and have lived in New York City since 1988. I had a long career in magazines, working at Sassy, Elle, New York, and Spin, and in 2000, I founded Lucky magazine, which I edited for ten years.
First, I love this post! I’m always obsessed with trying to find the perfect black jeans for fall/winter. I love the look of the first two pairs, faded, some crop and a more substantial-looking denim weight. FWIW, I like the Mother mid-rise Dazzler style for the rise and straight leg and have in a few colors (but their black denim in Not Guilty is not great IMO).
What is the gray sweater in the first image? Anyone know?
@Mouse – I think it’s a grey Toteme cardigan from NAP that is almost sold out (and wildly expensive…) But a beauty!
How about the boots? I’ve tried Phillip Lim’s but I can’t get my foot into them without major gyrations.
Email Net-a-Porter customer service?
Those coated jean/trouser pants are excellent.
For those interested in the Levi’s 711’s, the sizing differs depending on the wash. In the before times, when skinnies were my go-to, I had to do a good bit of trying on to get the right fit. Now, I think I would need to do the jumpy-twisty-zip dance to get into the pair I have.
Kimbersam, Some of the reviews call them “jeggings.” Your take?
Hi Eloise, They have some stretch, but are not leggings stretchy. In jeans, I am usually between sizes. In the 711s, I was able to fit into the smaller size, however, if I was sitting all day, they weren’t comfortable. If I was running around, the smaller size was fine. Hope that helps!
Very timely, Kim! I’m in the market for a pair of black denim. Is there any consensus among fashion gurus about dark black vs. slightly faded black vs. gray? Just curious (before I go on yet ANOTHER shopping binge!).
I am no fashion guru, but based on Kim’s recs and also what seems to be in the stores now, a faded black seems to be more popular right now.
You deserve some new clothing! Tell Familyvalveeta03, Kim France’s blog (and her commentariat) permitted you 😉
Lol! Thanks for the support, Kimbersam! I pulled out my favorite old Madewell plaid wool coat to wear the other day and I looked like that old SNL skit of David Byrne and the big suit: https://www.reddit.com/r/talkingheads/comments/anz16y/one_of_the_best_classic_snl_skits_rich_hall/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3
“Same as it ever was!”
What are your thoughts on the cut hem trend in jeans? I’m so tired of it. I think it can look cute but it’s hard to find things that work that aren’t cut hem. Thanks for your pant suggestions here.
I love that top outfit so much! I prob wouldn’t wear the chunky boots but maybe something not so chunky. That is my every day jam! ❤️