Ladies and gents, MC has a new favorite pair of jeans. The latest offerings from Williamsburg Garment Company—remember when Renee reviewed their skinny jeans as a day-to-night staple?—include a medium-wash stretch denim high-waisted skinny for women. These jeans get the high score for holding flawless shape a full day of flea market prowling and a full night of dancing. They also possess the eternally sought-after slimming effect and cool details for denim-geeks to gawk at.
What was your first thought when you tried them on?
It was “Yesssss. Come to mama.” I also noticed the well proportioned back pockets (pocket size can really wreak havoc on a gal’s attempts to appear slimmer) and the cool side pocket stitching detail when I looked in the mirror. I love subtle design points that set a pair of jeans apart.
Where/when would you wear these?
I wore them to the flea market and strolling around Brooklyn, to brunch, to an insane all night dance party… no stretch or sag in the fabric. They looked and felt great. I’d wear these anywhere. I expect to get a lot of miles out of them this spring.
How’s the fit?
Love the high-rise, love the tight fit around the hips/behind, and knees. They have enough stretch for comfort but they still feel like denim, which is rare with women’s jeans. Too often it’s a free-for-all spandex blend jegging party. It’s hard to find the right balance. Aside from the feel of the fit, I was told they look great but friends and strangers while wearing them, so that probably counts for something.
Check out Williamsburg Garment Company online for more information and stockists. Be sure to check out our Q&A with WGC designer Maurice Malone if you haven’t already as well, for the method and mission behind the brand.
Photos by Raffael Flores-Contreras.
—DT Staff
Tags: denim review, Denim Therapy, high rise jeans, high-waisted jeans, jeans review, medium-wash, skinny jeans, vintage inspired jeans, williamsburg garment company
Gals, spruce up your spring wardrobe with three fresh takes on denim classics this spring, from a wide-collar patchwork denim jacket to a pair of printed high-waisted overall shorts. Feeling flirty? Grab a pair of scalloped edge medium-wash jean shorts and pair them with a simple white top. All of these items can be paired with basics you already have in your closet to achieve the perfect spring ensemble.
Below: Boys Don’t Cry Denim Jacket / Scalloped Denim Shorts / So Demanding Overalls
Which is your favorite?
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: denim jacket, Denim Overalls, denim shorts, high rise jeans, high rise shorts, high-waisted jeans, high-waisted shorts, printed denim, scalloped shorts, spring denim trends
After a long, snowy winter of bundling up and layering-on, the most refreshing thing about impending spring is the transition from stuffy to easy-breezy. A simple but effective (and always chic) combo? Skinny jeans and a luxe-yet-simple top, like a silk-modal tank or a crisp cotton button-down. You take care of the top, but we’ll provide the jeans. Have a browse through our favorite 6 pairs of skinny jeans for spring.
Below: 1. MiH Jeans Vienna low-rise skinny jeans 2. [blanknyc] x madewell skinny jeans in polka dot 3. Paige Denim Verdugo Ultra Skinny in Violet Blue
Below: 4. Topshop Moto Indigo Baxter skinny jeans 5. James Jeans Twiggy Faux Pocket Legging Jeans 6. Current/Elliott The Stiletto cropped low-rise skinny jeans
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: black skinny jeans, colored denim, high rise jeans, high-waisted jeans, madewell denim, Paige Denim, polka dot jeans, printed denim, purple jeans, skinny jeans, vintage jeans
de Chemin Jeans is new on the scene, but their philosophy stems from a problem women have had since the beginning of skin-tight garments: making their butts look better. Whether you’re aiming for more lift, smaller size, or any other magic transformation, this brand says they have what it takes.
“Born from the son of ’70s label Chemin de Fer, the collection is engineered to enhance the appearance of your bottom. Each pair is constructed employing more than twelve pattern pieces of engineered stretch fabrication. On the back of the jeans, there are strategically placed reverse yokes. The waistband is sculpted to frame your shape, and the detailing on the hips is inspired by aeyodynamic design to lengthen the legs.”
We’re intrigued further by their vintage style lines and high-waisted options… so intrigued that we’re going to try on a pair next week and let you know what we think.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: 1970s style, 70's style, high rise jeans, high waist jeans, high-waisted jeans, make your butt look better, make your butt look smaller, skinny jeans, vintage jeans, womens denim
In search of cozy, fashion-focused ensembles to sport as the snow falls? Cop the stylish winter outfit of one of our favorite bloggers, Maffashion, with a few simple pieces you can use in your wardrobe over and over.
Get the look: Day Birger et Mikkelsen Textured-satin blazer / Equipment Liam washed silk crepe de chine top / Moto High-Waisted Black Skinny Jeans / Michael Antonio Cane in Blue Suede / ‘LOVE’ Beanie / Skullcandy Uprock Headphones
Visit Maffashion for more.
Love this look? Let us know on facebook!
—DT Staff
Tags: black jeans, blue ankle boots, blue beanie, blue hat, drop crotch jeans, grey jacket, high-waisted jeans, skinny jeans, winter style
Raleigh Denim is the hot topic of conversation in the denim industry, fresh off the launch of their first downtown NYC denim boutique and a gorgeous spring 2013 presentation. While the buzz of having an in-house ferris wheel and insane interior architecture is keeping them on the tongues of every denim-lover in town, there’s also a matter of amazing new styles we can’t wait to get our hands on. A spectrum of dark-wash high waisted jeans and jean shorts for women are imminent. Some styles are softer and more romantic, while others are as crisp as can be.
Stay tuned for photos from the Raleigh Denim NYC store opening party & more from their SS13 line.
Model photos by Tim Lytvinenko. Showroom photos by Michelle Christina Larsen.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: high-rise, high-rise denim, high-waisted jeans, high-waisted shorts, Raleigh Denim, raw denim
We were just as excited as anyone for Nasty Gal’s new denim line, but upon closer examination it seems their newest release of LA-made high-rise skinny jeans for chics is kind of… well, Nasty. At least, not very flattering on the model they casted for the shoot. Aside from the Kink High-Rise in Glacier (which sold out quickly after the line launched), the fit looks awkward and the 3-D whiskering around the hips looks like potential for excessive bagginess after one day of wear. As for the yellow skinny, it looks like the model was dipped in a vat of yellow wax and dried upside-down.
We can’t bring ourselves to spring the 80-something bucks to test a pair of these, so if you or someone you know has experienced the fit and feel first-hand, send them our way! We’d like to ask them a few Q’s.
—DT Staff
Tags: colored denim, high-waisted jeans, midrise jeans, mom jeans, nasty gal denim, skinny jeans
Recently, Denim Therapy asked Raven Denim Creative Director Yael Torbati about what she thought were some perfect denim fits this summer. ”We are super into mid-rise and high waisted jeans…they hold that belly in, show off your waistline, and seam to just be universally flattering! We’ve all seen the pairing of high waists with crop tops but for a look that’s extra sleek and sophisticated, I suggest wearing it with a one-piece swimsuit or a unitard. This creates a sleek line, with no messy “untucking”. Also, many high waisted styles have really cute detailing at the waistline (since it’s often a focal point) so wearing a one piece is the best way to show it off.
You can shop the Raven Denim Orly jeans (pictured above), and pair it with our suggestions below!
1. Topshop Dropped Armhole Cropped Top 2. Turquoise Bib Necklace 3. Duo Turquoise Cuff
4. Joie Elvia Lace Scoop Top 5. Hyun Tribal Bib 6. Tough Brass Circle Necklace
—Kathy Ng Hassan
Tags: high rise jeans, high-waisted jeans, How to wear it, how-to, raven denim, summer fashion, summer style
Miranda Kerr is one of our favorite off-duty models to study, and these two outfits are perfect examples of why. Her summer looks of late have included Stella McCartney High Waist Flare Jeans paired with the perfect checked red and white top, and sexy destroyed denim cut-offs by Isabel Marant, paired with a sheer, breezy top.
See the full looks below:
Love these looks? Grab a pair of Stella McCartney High Waist Flare Jeans and destroyed denim cut-offs by Isabel Marant for flawless summer style.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: celebrity denim, high-waisted jeans, Isabel Marant, miranda kerr, sheer blouse, Stella McCartney, white jeans
When you hear the term “mom jeans,” we’re betting your initial reaction is something along the lines of a guttural, “Ugh.” But does it have to be? Spanish style blogger Laura took her vintage mom jeans and made them look not-so-unflattering with a sheer, tropical shirt, wedges, and BAMF sunglasses. Some people can definitely pull off this look, but we’re not sold that it’s for everyone. So let’s revisit the question: mom jeans—yeah or nay?
Images via Views, by Laura
—Brie Hiramine
Tags: high-waisted jeans, how to style it, how to wear mom jeans, mom jeans, would you wear it
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