Spotlight On Denim

I never used to wear a lot of denim. I'm pretty sure I lived in leggings last winter. ( We carry my favorite pair...Bobi. They're the perfect weight, never lose shape which means they never fall down!) Anyways as MJ and I were buying last spring, what denim lines to carry became the biggest debacle. How many lines should we carry, how many styles, expensive or inexpensive? I found myself in a pickle, because I didn't own any denim myself! I think I had one pair of Hudsons that my wonderful parents had bought me during a sale at bloomies two years prior. So, we began asking our friends, family, other buyers, strangers...you get the point! We received a range of  opinions...J brand, Joe's, Paige, 7 for all man kind, etc. So, we decided to become educated in the science of denim. Over the nextk few months, I bought a lot of denim and eventually decided on three lines which included Blank, James Jeans, and Citizens of Humanity. Here's the breakdown...

Blank- retails for under $100. They can be a bit edgier in their cuts as they follow the trends of the season to point; however, they always have the basic skinny, boot cut, and wide leg every season. They are pretty true to size, but I always recommend my customers to take the next size up into the dressing room. They are a great line for women looking to spice up an outfit without breaking the bank.

Kate Hudson in Blank Motorcycle Denim

Hillary Duff in Blank

Kim Kardashian in Blank's Denim Cargo

James Jeans - Retails between $98-$200. The styles we have in the store are between $120-170. I fell in love with James Jeans after I bought my first pair. I'm short, 5' 4" on good days, and I didn't need to have the pair I bought hemmed at all. They also ave the most amazing fit for women with curves..They hug in all the right places.

Jessica Alba is James Twiggy Leggings in Slate

Faith Hill performing in James High Ride Randi Skinny

Halle Berry  in James Twiggy Black Cat

Citizens of Humanity - Retails between $150-300. Most women are familiar with this brand as they have been around a long time. They have proven to be a great investment piece for me. The new Avedon Slick style which comes in many different washes has been the best find ever. They fit every body type...They have the perfect amount of stretch to them, so you can wear them more as a legging or as a pant.

Jennifer Gardner in Citizens

Kourtney Karsashian in Slick Skinny

Reese and Charleze in Avedon Skinny Legging



(all via denimblog.com)

I never thought I would be an avid lover for denim, but I consider myself quite the expert now. There's endless brands you could buy but after months of squeezing my bum into many a pairs...I am a huge fan of these particular denim lines(that's not to say we won't be adding more into the mix sometime soon)! You can invest in a higher end line such as Citizens or keep your bank account happy and go for James or Blank.  

Oh, and this is how I'm wearing my Avedon Slick Citizens today...

The Avedon Look

Avedon Slick Denim by Citizens


DKNY Faur Fur Vest

Initial Gold Necklace

Virgins, Saints and Angels Ring

Vince Camuto Women's Fays Boot
Michael kors watch

La Made Jana Tunic ...

Distressed Denim by Citizens of Humanity
Boots by Vince Camuto