Last week we showed you Eric’s take on his red straight-leg OPENMARKET jeans, and this week it’s Raffael’s turn. Self-proclaimed denimist, this are his first pair of men’s colored jeans. He opted for a pair in “dirty mint” wash (which is more on the pastel side of olive green). His reactions are below.
What was your first thought when you tried them on?
Smooth denim and nice fit! I also like the pocket shape and clean finishing. The pocket is actually double (an inset pocket with a patch pocket sewn on top, but it’s not bulky). The top stitching in red is a nice touch.
Where/when would you wear these?
Since spring is around the corner, I’m thinking I’ll be wearing these all the time! To picnics, the beach, the park, around Brooklyn. They’re comfortable, I could wear them pretty much anywhere.
How’s the fit?
I like the way fits me on the waist and the legs. I’ll use our tailoring service to taper them a bit, so the cuff looks more clean (I always cuff my jeans). Speaking of which, the white merrow stitch on the green denim that’s exposed when I cuff them is cool too.
Love these jeans? Check out OPENMARKET!
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: colored denim, denim review, green denim, green jeans, mint green, openmarket, pastel green, straight leg
At the 7 For All Mankind spring 2012 preview, it was evident that pastels, plaids, and classic cuts are strong points for next season. We saw classic dark wash skinnies and straight leg jeans, vintage-inspired flare legs for the ladies, easy to wear sportswear, ombre dip-dye tops, and printed cut-off shorts in great color ways. We loved the boho edge of the women’s collection (a knit scoop neck top with knotted fringe caught out eye) and the preppy, casual feel of the men’s. But our favorite part of the preview was when we had the models to ourselves and encouraged them to go a little nuts—they didn’t hesitate! See the evidence (and the looks) below.
Photos by Raffael Flores-Contreras.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: 7 for All Mankind, cropped jeans, cut off shorts, flare leg jeans, models off duty, pastel skinny jeans, plaid shirts, preppy style, spring 2012 preview, straight leg
Katherine Heigl was seen making her way through LAX wearing Level 99 Lily Straight Leg jeans along with her husband, Josh Kelley. She paired her denim with a mauve drapey top, a sky blue cotton blazer, some very funky shades and nude flats. We are loving the mix of colors especially with her beaded necklace and chunky bangle bracelets stacked on. The braided belt placed on the hips added a very cool and casual feel to her look. The actress recently signed on to co-star in the indie comedy Gently Down the Stream- we suppose that’s why she’s all smiles.
—Jackie Racer
Tags: gently down the stream, josh kelley, Katherine Heigl, lax, level 99 jeans, Lily straight leg jeans, straight leg
Alissa Emerson and Valerie Feigen are the co-founders of EDIT the uber-chic townhouse boutique (designed by renowned architect Christopher Barriscale) on the Upper East Side in New York City. The store is undoubtedly perfectly edited from the selection of designers to the flooring. Alissa had previously owned the store Tuesday’s Child in Scarsdale. Valerie had been one of her best customers for many years (as well as her own experience as an analyst in the apparel sector for JP Morgan and Lehman Brothers, where she specialized in luxury brands), before they decided to open a store together. Their goal was to create a warm and inviting homelike feeling. One where customers would want to come ‘home’ weekly (and you certainly can buy all that you need in a one stop shop). There is a library upstairs where you can set your husband/boyfriend or the kids in front of a fireplace or pop in a video on the flat screen while you shop. The library overlooks a private garden which is ideal for hosting events. Adding to the homelike feel are the two resident dogs that seem to own the upstairs (basically you never want to leave because it’s better and probably bigger than your own residence). Denim Therapy had the opportunity to learn more about how to “edit” your wardrobe- Read on…
DT: Tell us a little bit about edit the store (townhouse)?
EDIT: The edit townhouse was designed to make clients feel like they are shopping in their best friend’s closet. Edit has a warm and inviting atmosphere where customers can feel at home and shop the top collections. Valerie and Alissa “edit” the seasons collections and fill the store with the best of the best. The edit shopping experience is luxurious and one every woman must experience!!
DT: What kinds of brands of denim do you carry?
EDIT: J Brand, AG, Current Elliot, Genetic
DT: Do you have any specific style\brand\trend of jean that you love?
EDIT: Valerie wears a straight leg or skinny, and Alissa is a 70s flare die-hard. For spring, we love clean trouser jeans with a flare. We’re all about polished denim, like Derek Lam’s spring collection, and would pair these tailored pieces with a platform heel.
DT: How do you wear denim (is there any specific category denim falls into)? Casual? Day to night? Where would you be going wearing denim?
EDIT: We wear our denim all ways!! Casual, day to night…with heels, boots and flats. We could be going to a fun downtown dinner or an uptown lunch. Denim has become seriously versatile, from distressed to minimal-chic.
DT: Who is your typical client?
EDIT: Our typical client is one who loves to where denim in all ways. With a great tee or an amazing top and blazer.
DT: Where do you see the future of denim headed to?
EDIT: Denim is becoming more tailored and dressed up, from trouser jeans to trench coats and chic blazers. It’s 70s styles rendered more clean and modern, paired with blousy tops and platform heels.
DT: Any (denim) style/muse you admire?
EDIT: Jane Birkin and Kate Hudson’s look in Almost Famous
Tags: 70's style, AG, Almost Famous, current elliot, Derek Lam, edit, flare, Genetic, jane birkin, JBrand, kate hudson, New York, SHOPPING, skinny jeans, straight leg, townhouse
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