Dress Beautifully: kick crop jeans

Feb 8, 2017

Destroyed Hem Jeans

Destroyed jeans used to be a result of hard work and only worn for outdoor messy occasions. Then they became a fashion statement and our parents would say 'you paid money for something with holes in it?!'. Now, I love a destroyed boyfriend (I don't do skinny because it's not attractive to have my legs protruding through the holes) jean. I only have 2 pairs, dark wash and white; no need for more gals.

Destroyed hems are all the rage now. I'm loving it! Why? Because they are in a ankle/cropped length which is great for us petite gals and it's more on the subtle side. Holes in the leg of jeans jump right out at you while these frayed hems are down by your feet adding more of a discrete detail. These hems are also great for showing off shoes.

These jeans have literally been my go-to since I brought them home. Even Mr commented 'Are you wearing those jeans again?' Yes, I sure am! They are so comfortable and soft. I find the kick crop design to be flattering/slimming on my legs and the destroyed hem makes me feel cool and edgy.
I'm also pleased that they don't have any other destroyed areas making them a bit dressier and in a lighter blue wash that's great for day or night. The waist is on the higher side which can sometimes be uncomfortable for me because I feel I have the world's shortest torso but these are still below my belly button. I've found it to be a benefit for pairing shorter tops.
I've worn them with flats, block heeled loafers, pumps and heeled sandals; wedges come Spring.

I love pairing dressy feminine tops with more casual bottoms, like distressed denim. It's a nice mixup.

Lace Top & Here & Here || Destroyed Hem Jeans & Here || Sandal ||

Dress Beautifully in Destroyed Hem Jeans

XOXO Sarah Louise

Sep 14, 2016

Kick Crop

Jeans are far from simple. There are so many washes, cuts and just over the past several years distressing that a pair of jeans can have. Jeans are universally the hardest to fit. Personally, I feel it can be more difficult than swimsuits!

When you find a great fitting pair of jeans it's like finding a pot of gold. For me the challenge is that my legs are full and my waist is smaller so finding a pair that can fit those proportions can be somewhat of a treasure hunt. And let's not forget my derriere, it isn't lacking in fullness either.

I look for darker washes with some slight color shading, a higher waist and a lower back pocket placement. I believe that you don't have to have tons of jeans but definitely a variety. A dark wash, medium wash, skinnies, boyfriend/distressed and of a course a couple pairs of white jeans for the summer. A pair for casual Fridays, a pair for a night out and a pair for casual situations.

One of this season's trends is the kick crop jean. It's basically the boot cut from the early 2000's in a crop/ankle length design. Some other elements you'll see on denim this season is a selvage hem and wide leg cuts.

Over the past year I've fallen for Madewell's denim. It's super soft just a hint of stretch (I find that too much stretch is unflattering as I don't want a second skin on my legs but rather a slight skim). I like their washes and slightly higher waists.

I'm not afraid to try new things and this pair was no exception. I rarely hop on the latest trends, I like to watch them play out for a hot minute to see if it's something that's going to stick around and worth investing in. But I must say I'm digging this kick crop denim.

It's almost like a straight leg but with an ever so slight flair. It's definitely slimming on the leg and shows off a great pair of shoes. The undone hem detail gives them a modern, more casual vibe.
To me I find them reminiscent of the 70's and I Love me some 70's fashion!!

This top has a kick crop flair to it as well. It's a little shorter in length but far far from a 'crop top' and it has a peplum. It's a fun version of the crisp white shirt.

Since both this blouse and jeans are casual I went with a polished pump to dress it up, but try an ankle strap sandal or for easy comfort a ballet flat.

If you look closely you find a sneak peek at a fun clutch I'll be sharing with you next week :)