4 Denim Maxi Skirts For Spring/Summer 2011
I've always thought of long denim skirts as a passed trend from early 90's grunge scene, inspired by the 70's Flower Power movement and a logical fashion statement for elementary school teachers. Apparently the fashion gods have decided that denim maxi's are cool again (take note of the 20 year mark) and we need to bring them back out of father time's fashion closet. This 2011 Spring/Summer season has been deemed the year of the maxi skirt. You can make these floor length skirts work for you by wear them with a body-con tank, braided belt, add a light denim jacket and wedge sandals or pair a leotard/bodysuit with a slouchy lightweight knit cardigan and boots.
Genetic Denim Chloe Open Front Long Skirt in Blue Haze
What Goes Around Comes Around Vintage Denim Long Skirt in Blue
Rachel Bilson Makes A Denim Suggestion Again!
Rachel Bilson was recently asked by InStyle Magazine what pieces would be in her wardrobe if it could consist of only five items. She told InStyle, "A basic white T (mine are from the brand Market). A blazer, perhaps a boys one from Brooks Brothers. A go-to black dress (we recommend the one from Paige Black label - so perfect). And a really good neutral sweater and I'd have a fantastic pair of flattering skinny jeans, like Citizens of Humanity's stretch ones."
The jeans Rachel is mentioning are her fabulous Citizen's of Humanity Slick Legging Jeans which she has worn time and again. They are my personal favorite skinny jeans.
Jessica Simpson Says Show Me Your Blues!
Jessica Simpson recently launched a new denim collection and a new campaign to support her favorite charity Operation Smile. A Beautiful Me is the name of the a joint movement. A Beautiful Me and Operation Smile are working to help children cultivate positive self-images.
To join Simpson's new campaign, Show Me Your Blues, upload a pic of you in your new Jessica Simpson jeans to the Jessica Simpson Collection Facebook page. For each picture uploaded, Jessica will donate one dollar to the A Beautiful Me campaign. You can find the jeans at jessicasimpsoncollection.com.
Find Your Perfect Celebrity Jeans!
I found a really cool widget on InStyle! By simply entering in your measurements, you can find out which celeb figure you are most like. You are also told what body shape you are and what style jeans you should be wearing. After you find out, then you can find your way to the Denimology Jeans Finder and score your perfect pair of jeans!
Rachel Bilson Recommends Jeans for Petites
Rachel Bilson was asked by an InStyle reader where she gets her jeans. Rachel responded, "I have a hard time with hems-so frustrating. Siwy makes cropped jeans styles that are the perfect length for us shorties, and so does Paige."
Madewell's Easy Denim Styling Tricks
Lucky editors Elise Loehnen and Jenny Kang tell three of their absolute favorite ways to instantly (and easily!) update your denim looks!
1. Denim on Denim: This is one of our favorite looks for fall, and it's so easy to do. Just follow one simple rule: Mix up your blues. For example, we love the subtle contrast of a lighter-wash chambray shirt worn with darker indigo jeans. Also, don't be afraid to pair a faded jean jacket with dark, sleek skinny jeans--we love the cool contrast.
2. Casually Cuffed: For a quick denim fix--and an authentically borrowed-from-your-boyfriend look--loosely roll and cuff a pair of straight-leg jeans right at the ankle or just an inch above. If skinny is your jean of choice, roll the cuff about four inches above the ankle and finish the look with cute socks and ankle boots. Same jeans, new style--and yes, people notice.
3. Play with Proportion: We're in love with this season's crop of slouchy trouser jeans. They look great on everyone, but the key to making them feel feminine and modern is to contrast the jeans' comfy silhouette by pairing them with sleek ankle booties--preferably in a bold color. They balance out the look and add a dose of sleek femininity. (Source: LuckyMag)
