Elle Brazil April "Double Personality"
Elle Brazil has two denim editorials within their April issue - one devoted to double denim alone. Featuring D&G, DSquared, Ralph Lauren, Mango, Levi's and Pepe Jeans.
Kate Walsh in Ksubi Skinny Zip Jeans
Actress Kate Walsh drops her hybrid SUV at the Chateau Marmont valet wearing a pair of Ksubi Super Skinny Zip Jeans.
Savannah Style - James Jeans Moto Skinny Jeans
This past week was my Spring vacation from school we only had a week off and I had more school work to do than had I been actually in school. I had to go to Hollywood to get some props for the movie I was shooting for my film class and I thought it would be a great opportunity to try out the James Jeans Moto in Black Out. The Motorcycle denim look has been one I quite like since it popped up last year. I think it's an innovative way to change up the traditional look of jeans and honestly I had a lot of ground to cover and the weather has been unpredictable in L.A. lately so after trying these on and liking the fit and fabric, I knew I'd be warm and comfortable. One of my first stops was Amoeba Records one of the few record stores left in LA, they have a great mural of late jazz musicians on their building and I've always wanted a reason to take a picture and did! I picked up a copy of Edith Piaf recordings and then walked up to the Free People and Urban Outfitters stores to do a bit of window shopping and grab some yogurt. If it looks warm in the photos don't be fooled it was so windy and quite cold (my Mom is taking pictures and holding my coat) but I was thankful for the sunshine! I got compliments on my outfit from the girl at Urban Outfitters shoe store and I really wanted to take a picture in the 70's hanging chair they had but was too chicken to ask. I settled for the brick wall outside and the cool door of a salon down the street.
I've come to realize I have a bit of a weird thing about the rise in jeans. As I've done these reviews and been exposed to brands I hadn't worn before one thing I understand more now than ever is how important the rise really is. These have a 7.5" rise which is darn near perfect if you ask me! Easy to bend over without exposing people and I felt comfortable wearing a cropped top I had just bought on sale earlier in the week. I'm a 25 and these are 24 so it does seem they run a bit big. The small amount of lycra really gives the denim stretch even when you have multiple layers where the knee topstitching is. I had feared that the weight of the topstitching would make the jeans feel tight or heavy on my knees and thighs but this wasn't the case. These are called "Black Out" and the distressed color of the denim accentuates the detailing which is really quite nice. I like minimal pocket detail (with exceptions here and there) and IMHO it's good to keep a jean like this simple elsewhere so the pockets aren't fighting with the topstitching detail. These are made from premium denim and you can tell when you wear them. The fact that they are skinny jeans is great because I wore my short cowboy boots (not a day for heels) and really liked the look. My Mom always wears motorcycle boots so I stay away from that look so we don't do the "twins" thing. I can see these jeans lasting a very long time and although trends come and go this one could be around for some time.
The James Jeans Moto Skinny in Black Out reviewed here are available at RevolveClothing for $184.
Lauren Graham in 7 For All Mankind Jeans
When I was younger I was obsessed with the Gilmore Girls show and Lauren Graham. Currently she's on the show Parenthood which looks funny although I haven't seen it. The Grammy's put together a magazine and the current issue features Lauren in 7 For All Mankind's skinny jeans looking just the same as she did in the Gilmore days.
Jana Kramer in Work Custom Jeans
One Tree Hill star Jana Kramer stopped by The Shop PR and got herself a pair of Work Custom Jeans Zip Skinny Black Limited Edition Jeans. I'm a huge WCJ's fan and these might be rising high up on my most desired denim list for 2010!
Jessica Alba in Unknown Ombre Jeans
I was hoping our amazing Denimology readers could help me with this little mystery.
Jessica Alba is spotted wearing a pair of Ombre Zipper Jeans similar to Stella McCartney Ombre Skinny Zipper Jeans that everyone was wearing last season. These however are NOT Stella jeans because you can see how different the ombre wash is and the zipper is longer (and appears to have a different zipper pull), as well as the fabric having a different texture too. Go ahead and drop me a line if you know who makes Jessica's jeans. You can click on any of the images for a larger image to inspect.
