Friday, August 31, 2007

Dani Stahl visits 7 for all Mankind's Factory

I found this video very fascinating and fun to watch as it is an insider view into the factory of the company 7 for all Mankind. Who woulda thought you could see that??Enjoy!

Discount Designer Jeans Deals of the Day!




7 for all Mankind discount designer jeans that I found today :) ......

Womens Seven For All Mankind Size 27 Boot Jeans Worn in
$9.99 - patched though, check the pictures!


Seven for all mankind s27 Flare
$12.99 - beautiful, but need some tlc!

SEVEN 7 FOR ALL MANKIND DENIM JEAN SKIRT SIZE 26
$12.99 7fam rocker skirt, so cute! What an amazing deal!

NWT SEVEN 7 FOR ALL MANKIND JEANS OVERALLS SKIRT S $243
$29.99 - one of the newer styles in a beautiful wash which is either avalon or nakita

Seven for all Mankind SAE Maternity Jeans Capris 30 31
$29.99 for a pair of sae (savannah extreme) capris - great deal and a beautiful color that's soo hard to find!! Very slimming color as well!

SEVEN 7 FOR ALL MANKIND DISTRESSED FLARE JEANS 27
$34.99 for a nice pair of authentic MNE's (Medium New York bootcuts) with a short inseam- perfect for the shorter or for crops!

Seven 7 for all Mankind by Jerome Daha Denim Jeans Sz30
One of the original jeans they made! Only $34.99

SEVEN for all MANKIND 100% Authentic NYD DOJO JEANS 27
Another nice pair of 7fam, these NYD (new york dark) Dojos are $34.99 as well! A very classic wash considered a staple from this brand of jeans.

7 SEVEN FOR ALL MANKIND FLARE SIZE 27 STRETCH MUST SEE
A gorgeous pair of jeans for an amazing deal - $38.99

Seven For All Mankind Jeans 28 Flare Stretch
$39.50, beautiful pair as well!

Have a great day and have fun shopping!

Tuesday, August 28, 2007

Frankeys.com - Women's Aug Delivery from 7 For All Mankind

A great clip on what you will see in the stores for this fall from 7 for all Mankind (many stores already have these in stock now)!! It also has some nice descriptions of how each cut from the company fits and flatters!

Rock and Republic Campaign

This is a fun little clip. Rock and Republic is shooting for their spring '07 ad campaign, and you get to watch a little of it in action here. If you haven't already seen this, enjoy! And have a Rockin' day!

Monday, August 27, 2007

Ever wonder how jeans are made??




Most of us assume that our jeans, whether from the Gap or from Rock and Republic, involve some kind of factory process. Pictures come to mind of the good ol' assembly line with jean after jeans passing through. But just what does go on at these factories and what processes are required in order to make a pair of jeans?

First, a pattern of about 15 pieces of the jean is drawn and supplied to the manufacturer. Once in the manufacturer's hands, a computer will digitally compute the best way to puzzle the pieces together on a piece of denim fabric in order to waste the least amount of fabric.

A large paper with this jig-saw of jean piece patterns will then be laid on top of large sheets of denim fabric, typically 100-300 or so sheets stacked at a time.


With large and heavy weights to hold the pattern on top of the piles of fabric, they will then proceed to slice through all the layers making 100's of each pattern piece at once with a textile cutting machine. This is why sometimes the very same jean can fit slightly different from another jean, because the cutting machine can slightly stretch as it pulls downward through the pile cutting.

Each piece is then marked it's specific size with chalk and gathered together into size groups. These are then taken to the manufacturers sewing machines, where workers sew (or feed into machines) each piece of jean together as quickly and carefully as possible.

Not quite done yet, now the assembled jeans are taken to a gigantic industrial
washing machine where the desired wash effect is produced. Pumice rocks are most typical for this process to create the 'stonewash' effect. Other chemicals or acids are used at this time as well for other wash effects. After this, a jean may be further destroyed by hand grinders, sanders and the like to add additional and strategical placements of fading and abrasions (such as whiskerings).

After all this, the jeans are carefully inspected numerous times by being passed down an assembly line of workers looking for any faults.

Now, the buttons and rivets are added with a machine press, and then the jeans are sent for final inspection and tags and labels are added (such as hang tags, joker tickets, pocket flashers, leg stickers, inside care labels and assorted product id tags).


Only after all of this the jeans can be bagged and packaged, ready for shipment to their many destinations, including your doorstep!



Fun Facts at a Glance:

•It takes approximately 15 pieces to make a standard pair of jeans
•It takes about 5.2 feet of denim fabric, 600+ feet of sewing thread, 6 rivets, 1-5 buttons (5 for button fly), 4 labels and optionally a zipper to make a pair of jeans.
•On average jean factories can make about 2,500 pair of jeans per day.
•On average, it will take about 15 minutes and 12 steps to make one pair of jeans
•A stonewash for 150 pairs of jeans takes 330 pounds of pumice stone and more than 200 gallons of water!
•Jeans are washed somewhere between 30 minutes and 6 HOURS



Check out the video below to see all these steps actually take place!!

Saturday, August 25, 2007

What's in a Yoke?



No, I'm not talking about those things oxen wear to plow the fields or pull your wagon to Oregon, or the center of your yummy sunny-side up on your breakfast plate. This is the v-line at the back of your jeans. The one no one really talks about or is quite sure what it's function is. In fact, even Google wasn't so certain when I asked it.

So what is the yoke there for? Its main function is to aid in proper assembly of the leg area to the waist area. Picture it as you would a doll, it is seperated into many parts to allow for better movement and appearance. The yoke allows for the waist to have its chosen 'contour', ie tighter or wider at the waist. Without the yoke, it is much more difficult to make a pair of jeans that will not bunch or scrunch in odd areas (but it is still done from time to time, especially for trouser style pants and jeans).

Aside from the technical aspects, a yoke can have a very appealing and aesthetic effect for your derriere. Picture now an empire dress, which has a line just below the bust, seperating it from the length of your torso. This has a very flattering and 'lifting' effect. This is essentially what is going on back there on the yoke! The yoke's shape (a nice u or v) will help make your rear more balanced and perky due to the lines adding seperation as well as vectors that draw your eye upwards. This is why you will always hear people suggesting to look for jeans with a yoke, and avoid one's that don't have one (since they make your rear look bigger and less toned).

What about those funky yokes like the Farmer designer brand jeans for instance? These still have the same ability to add balance and perkiness, because the yoke still draws your eye upwards. Sometimes jeans have different shape yokes that can make your hips, waist, or rear seem wider. Other times it can make your rear seem flatter or rounder. Yokes that are placed closer to the waist (higher on the rear) will naturally make your rear look higher, as long as the pockets are placed well. Yokes that are lower on the rear, being closer to 'center' in the back will have a very balancing effect. Some of the largest yokes I've seen are on True Religion's Big (and Super) T Sammy's. They are so big and center that there is honestly no need for pockets, but they are there anyways, and still look great on!

When you are buying trousers, it is more recommended to find trousers with yokes than without. Sometimes you can get the 'hanging off your rear' look instead of a well fitted pant without a yoke. If there's none in sight, atleast aim for pockets that substitute for the vector lines that yokes create (ie, pockets that are horizontal lines, and closer to the center of the rear if possible).

The yoke shape and size also allows designers to play with perceptual illusions that, if used correctly, can actually enhance your derriere! Take a look at the model below to better understand what each yoke shape and size does best.



Inverted Arc: Gives the illusion of a fuller rear.

Straight (Horizontal): This yoke line will make your waist appear wider. I wouldn’t recommend it if you wish to emphasize curves

“V” Shape: Most widely used and most flattering back yoke cut.

Sweet Heart: This yoke type can truly enhance a small derrière, as the cut is clearly outlining a curvy heart shape. It works very well with stretch tight jeans since it allows the pants to conform to your figure.

Extra Wide: This cut is used to achieve the “falling pants” look. The illusion is enhanced by the placement of the pockets way below the but. This look is great for some guys, though not very flattering to any woman’s figure. It beats having the pants actually falling, and certainly makes a point: illusions work!

No Yoke: Of course, this option exists, and is usually combined with seamed pockets. The garment is contoured by the use of darts. This look is very conservative, and with a proper fit can work very well for women with large rear ends.
-yoke chart and types cited from www.jeans-and-accesories.com

So now that you know what that little yoke is there for, next time you try on a pair of jeans, check out what the yoke is doing (or not doing) for you!

Discount Designer Jeans Deals of the Day!




Perusing through the Paige's Today!


PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM ROKBURY SKINNY ROSE JEANS sz 29
$49.00 !!

WOMENS 30 JEANS PAIGE PREMIUM HOLLYWOOD HILLS STRETCH
$69.50 (short inseam!)

PAIGE Premium Denim Skinny Jeans Skyline Drive 27
$64.99

NEW Paige Premium Denim Hollywood Hills Jeans 31x34
$49.99

NWOT PAIGE Premium Denim CURSON Crop Capri Jeans 24/23
$45.99!! (VERY cute!!)

NEW Paige Premium Pico Pocket Flap Jeans Low Bootcut 32
$74.99

Paige Premium Denim Jeans Sz 27 ~Hollywood Hills~ HOT!
$54.99

Paige Premium Denim Las Flores Bermuda Shorts Size 24
$43.00 (these are some of the cutest jeans on in person, you will not be disappointed!!)

PAIGE PREMIUN DENIM laurel canyon AUTHENTIC JEANS sz 28
$49.99

PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM LAUREL CANYON 31 X 35 WOMENS JEANS
$54.99 -an amazing deal- these retail for $190+, and typically for $120 on eBay, very beautiful and popular dark color, similar to 7 for all Mankind's NYD (new york dark) wash, and Citizens of Humanity NPAC (north pacific) wash, which are both extremely popular staple dark washes as well!

That's all for now! Enjoy shopping for these!!

Monday, August 20, 2007

For the Guys



Yup, this is it, the grand finale posting of my fit guide. I will of course be tweeking it here and there, and adding images and brands. If you have any suggestions or comments for the fit guide, just comment or send a message! :)

For the Guys: all rules in my fit guide apply but on a much looser scale (sorry, couldn’t resist the pun!).

I found the following information on www.indobase.com and found it to be quite succinct and helpful:

Baggy Jeans - Highly funky and stylish, these Baggies are a great comfort to wear. You can wear them while having an evening walk with friends. It is the perfect choice for the Saturday cool buddy party. But this type is best for those men who are blessed with perfect physique and a good height who do not need to hide any physical flaws. But for overweight men, its not the right choice as it gives a further fatter look.

Carpenter / Worker Style - This is the type ideally meant for carrying out activities but anyways this style is no more to be seen. Only if you plan to take up the job of a carpenter, you can pick up one such pair otherwise it doesn't make much of sense.

Relaxed/Loose Fit Style - Well the specialty of these jeans is that it's a combo of great comfort and a sleek look. They are apt for the relaxed Sunday mood. But remember too loose can give you a funny look and added to it will make you appear shorter and skinnier.

Boot Cut Jeans - The best part is that they give you a slimmer look. They are ideal to flatter your perfect body and just too good for an evening date. It will surely cast magic on your girlfriend and you'll find that she's totally impressed and that is what you want, right? So, now you know the trick.

Skip the Knife, Opt for Jeans




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!


Tummy Tuck

Instead of spending thousands on surgery, try some jeans first! For controlling your stomach area, ALWAYS look for a mid-rise jean if this is what you are aiming specifically to fix! No other part of the jean is going to help without a strong supportive mid-rise as a foundation!

•Pockets: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Cut: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Rise: Always mid-rise (not low rise or extra high- you will need the waistband to support across the trouble area). Wide waistbands are much more comfortable and supportive generally than smaller ones. There are also many brands specifically designed to control stomachs (such as Not Your Daughters Jeans).

•Wash: Preferably, you want to shop for dark washes, which conceal more lumps and bumps than medium or light washes. And you will also want to look for a heavy denim (some stretch, but mostly rigid, to conceal lumps and bumps). Paige makes some wonderful higher than average rise options, and her jeans are very comfortable but have thick and supportive fabric.

•Stretch or Rigid: A very sturdy stretch will do this job best! Avoid jeans with thin fabric or a stretch that goes on forever. The brand 'Not Your Daughter's Jeans' aka, NYDJ, is a well-known brand for helping give shape and support all over!! To learn more about this brand: Sandel Shapes Things Up With Tummy Tuck Jeans

Sunday, August 19, 2007

Should you trust online shopping?




Ever felt that way about checking out? Your heart starts racing and you wonder if you're money will be tossed into the deep black hole of the Internet, or if your purchase will ever find its way from your mouse to your doorstep.

I have been a member on eBay for exactly 4 years now. It's funny to think that in those 4 years, my shopping habits have changed completely because of it. As I look through my house, my closet, even my car...I find traces everywhere of things I've bought online. I wasn't always so at ease about shopping online though.

Can you remember the days when no one had a cell phone? Perhaps you may be too young to remember. But the fact is, we went from not needing it at all, to absolutely breaking down and having a heart attack when we are without one. That is basically how my personal experience with online shopping evolved.

How could I ever afford a pair of nice designer jeans, or even a couple pairs of small chain store jeans like Abercrombie or American Eagle without the Internet? The answer is I couldn't. But my closet is full of designer jeans, boots, jackets...come to think of it, about 90% of my closet arrived in a USPS package from a click of my mouse. Incredible? I have to say yes.

The Internet can be a little daunting to say the least. Most of my family and friends still do not take advantage of discount online shopping. Sure its fun (and safe) to go shopping at an actual mall or store, but I think it's more fun to save money. Nowadays I go window shopping and then pick up my items on Amazon or eBay for much less cost. Couldn't ask for more!

One of my favorite 'eBay stories' is when I broke a special soap dish my mother gave me when I was 6, many long years ago (I won't say how many), BUT, guess what? Someone was selling it on eBay! The wonderful thing about online shopping is that there is no 'geographical disadvantage'. There may not be a Saks off 5th where I live, but there it is on my computer screen, and that is the wondrous thing about online shopping.

Maybe you haven't given online shopping much of a chance. My mother still warns me to this day about scams taking your bank accounts and all your money. Trust and the Internet are still two words that seldom go hand in hand. However, if you use it in the right way and do a little research there is nothing to worry about. I have lost money on eBay, but I have learned, and now I am here to pass along that knowledge so that your Internet shopping can be as painless and joyful as possible! All my links to the side of each blog contain all trustworthy denim sellers on eBay. I will soon be adding the trustworthy online stores as well (apart from eBay)! So sit back and find yourself some deals!!

Haven't joined the eBay shopaholics like me yet? It's pretty simple (and free of course). This is all you have to do (just try not to get too frustrated when your 'user name' is already 'taken' for the 100th time!)...

Do you think your legs look like this??...




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!

Skinny/Thin Legs

Chances are, the flamingoes have it worse, but if you're still concerned about your legs looking too thin (on their own, or in jeans), then you may find some helpful tips below! If you are looking to magnify skinny legs, loose jeans will do the job. Contrary to what one may think, skinny jeans will actually help create more body and shape for your thin legs!

•Pockets: Try to avoid very large pockets, which will not balance well with thin legs.

•Cut: Skinny jeans will actually help create more body (basically tricking the eye to ‘see’ more leg per ounce of jean). Jeans which hug your calves are perfect for adding more body and shape (and balance). Also flattering is any jean which is tight along the hips and thighs and then draws a nice straight line to the floor (such as bootcut, flared bootcuts, or trousers). Jeans that are loose in the thigh/upper leg is a definite no-no, this will really drown your legs.

•Rise: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Wash: The lighter the wash, the more body you will appear to have, so use this to your advantage if that is what you are looking for!

•Stretch or Rigid?: Stretch will be best if you are buying skinny or straight jeans, and rigid will help if its more of a bootcut, since the fabric has more ‘shape’ and therefore will make your legs appear less skinny than a loose pair of stretch jeans will.

Saturday, August 18, 2007

Leave this Shape to the Ice Cream




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!


Broad-Shouldered

The best advice for this section is to stay away from straight and skinny jeans (yes, it's that important if you are trying to balance your figure)! See those ice cream cones up there? If you want to look balanced, just try to follow the look of the vanilla cone, and you can't go wrong!

•Pockets: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Cut: Straight and skinny jeans are best to avoid because they will magnify your shoulders and shrink your shape from shoulder down, creating an ice-cream cone effect. Flares will work well for you, and if you are on the shorter side, a slightly flared bootcut will work best. Ultimately flattering also is the trouser cut, which will bring more width to your legs in comparison to your shoulder width.

•Rise: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Wash: Dark raw washes will also magnify shoulders. But jeans with faded thighs and whiskering on the hips and knees will really help to bring more proportion and shape.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

Friday, August 17, 2007

It can be a balancing act, part II...




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!

Bottom Heavy

This is actually something a well-designed jean can help with! After all, designer jeans are all about creating more balance!

•Pockets: Avoid very large or tiny pockets, average size is best! And look for pockets that are well centered, neither too high, low, narrow or wide apart.

•Cut: Sleek and simple designs will definitely do you good (avoid extra frills, details and pocket material such as flaps). Also, straight, cigarette, and skinny legs are typically very unflattering for this body type because it will make you appear as an inverted triangle. Stick with flared boot-cut jeans or a nice wide leg/trouser cut that fits snuggly at the rear and thigh, and has a sleek, straight line from the thigh to the floor. 7 for all Mankind Dojo’s work great for this (or something similar), but careful of the large trouser-hems, which can create a shorter-looking leg if you are already short.

•Rise: You will want to be looking for a mid-rise (not too high or too low). This will give you comfortable rear coverage but it won’t accentuate the area either.

•Wash: This is where a dark wash can really come in handy. Dark colors will flatter and bring proportion very nicely.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Both work very well! But be sure to check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.


Top Heavy

Try finding jeans that ‘attract’ the eye away from your top is your best bet!

•Pockets: Pockets with detailing, flap pockets and the like work well, especially if you have a small or flat rear.

•Cut: Most often, those that are top-heavy by definition are not bottom-heavy, so adding extra design and material from the waist down will really help add balance. Also, try to stay away from straight and skinny jeans, which can throw the body off-balance and accentuate a larger top.

•Rise: Not particularly applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Wash: Medium and light-colored jeans will also work well for you (but you can make dark work as well- be careful of jeans that are dark, ultra sleek and simple, though, which will not do their job of pulling the eye downwards or balancing your body shape, unless you wear a dark top with them).

•Stretch or Rigid?: Both work very well! But be sure to check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

Thursday, August 16, 2007

It can be a balancing act...



There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!


Short Torso

Aside from wearing long tops or low-slung belts there are actually ways in which jeans can help lengthen your torso too!

•Pockets: Slightly lower placed pockets can help slightly to make it appear as though your torso is meeting your legs slightly lower down than it actually is.

•Cut: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Rise: This is the most important factor! Jeans which are low rise or super-low rise will help stretch and elongate your torso, and give more balance. To avoid jeans that give a constant ‘peep-show’ every time you sit down, try a contoured waistband that is low in the front and higher in the back (Grass Jeans make an amazing contour waist jean).

•Wash: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Both work well, stretch can sometimes make for a more comfortable low or super low rise than rigid can though (allows you to sit easier).


Long Torso

Wearing belts around the waist (and not hips)and sweaters with belt ties are very flattering, as are tailored tops that come in at the waist. But what can jeans do to shorten your torso??

•Pockets: Pockets that are center or slightly high will bring the length of your legs up higher to meet your torso, creating more balance. Avoid low or very low placed pockets.

•Cut:
Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Rise: This is the most important factor! Mid-rise (not high, or low) is best. It will really help to balance and accentuate a nice proportion to your overall shape and appearance. Jeans with studded, embroidered, or otherwise eye-catching waistbands are also great for this body (be sure your tops don’t hide too much of the nice mid-rise or fancy waistbands!).

•Wash: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Both work very well! But be sure to check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

What about brands??



I know. This is definitely your next question. We all read guides, and what we are supposed to wear, but where do we go from there? What brand makes the actual jeans you are trying to find? Where do we find them? Well that and more will be answered (and added) to my fit guide as soon as it's all posted, so stay tuned!!

And you better bet you'll see advice for brand stuff daily in this blog as well! My fascination with denim has all to do with how the brand FITS... this is the #1 most important aspect of a jean on my list. Some people feel that the wash is, or that the brand (logo on pocket) is. Not so for me- I love a great fitting jean whether its $2 or $200!

Deals of the Day



Here's the treasure dug up today from eBay!

True Religion


Auth TRUE RELIGION JOEY jeans Urban Cowboy NEW 27
$129.99 -- only a deal because these are hard to find at discount, and they're very popular!

True Religion Sammy Big T size 25 jeans
A reasonable price for $100

NWT TRUE RELIGION BILLY BIG T DESPERADO SKINNY JEANS 24
Right in line with the fasions for this fall!

TRUE RELIGION BILLY BIG T DESPERADO DESTROYED JEANS 30
Right in line with the fasions for this fall!

TRUE RELIGION *SEXY* SAMMY BIG T SUMMER JEANS SHORTS 31
A good deal at $80, you may wanna snag a pair before they're full price next spring!

True Religion Joey Rigid Jeans sz 27
At $48.99 these are worth a tiny trip to the seamstress for a beautiful pair of jeans!

TRUE RELIGION MENS JEANS "BOBBY "BIG T DARK 30-34
I am guilty of not doing men's deals, here's an awesome one! $75 for this hot wash!

TRUE RELIGION LOGAN MID NIGHT RIDER 30-33
Disclaimer: These only have stock images and one tiny 'real' image, so I can't guarantee these 100%, but the feedback is good and other items are authentic, so it's up to you on this one!

Are you 'All-Leg'??




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!


Long Legs

Typically, average height is somewhere between 5'4" and 5'6", above that is considered 'tall'. These are just standard industrial guidelines. Some people may even consider their legs long (in comparison to their short torso) at a height of 5'3", so there are no real rules to this. This section is just if you consider your legs to be long, or longer in proportion to your torso. This is something you neither want to play up too much or down too much, you just want to accentuate your legs nicely, and there are many great ways to do this!

•Pockets: You know those jeans with lower pockets? Like True Religion and Taverniti So? Well those are for you! They will help to give proportion to the legs.

•Cut: Jeans with wide trouser-cuff hems will suit your height as well, adding a nice balance.

•Rise: Definitely avoid high rises, this will add way too much leg to your already long legs!

•Wash: I would NOT recommend a pair of dark jeans with a vertical crease or line, they may make you seem incredibly tall (unless that’s what you are going for!). Also, avoid too much destruction or detailing along the leg, it will be too busy and make your upper half appear non-existent.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

Tuesday, August 14, 2007

Deals of the Day returns!!




Yes, deals of the day still exist! I've been a little pre-occupied with the fit guides lately, but I want to squeeze a new deals of the day in today! :)

7 for all Mankind


SEVEN FOR ALL MANKIND/A POCKET S27
These are a whopping $6.99, but they need some seamstress help...considering the original price (and that they have studs) these are quite the deal and worth fixing!

Seven 7 for All Mankind Jeans 32/34 Tall Long
Cute trousers for a low $17.99

AUTHENTIC SEVEN for ALL MANKIND JEANS sz 29
31.5" inseam, and only $19.99

SEVEN FOR ALL MANKIND SIZE 25 100% AUTHENTIC JEANS Poor picture quality, looks like NYD, great price at 19.99

100%Auth 7 SEVEN FOR ALL MANKIND Vintage SKIRT Sz 28
A cute skirt from a few years back (one of their original pieces made in their first years as a company) for only $24.99

Designer Seven for all mankind black stretch jeans Auth
With a 28" inseam, and a beautiful grey-black wash, these would be perfect w/ boots for the price! ($28.99)

Seven For All Mankind Bootcut Jeans 25, 26
If you need a 28" inseam or looking for some crops, these are some mne's for $29.99

Seven For All Mankind Jeans
Some beautiful used pair of 7 for all mankind jeans in good condition for $30

7 for All Mankind Jeans 26 EUC exellent condition windsor dojos for $60

Women Seven 7 For All Mankind Jeans Lucy Skinny Black 2
Brand new for $99

Paige

PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM JEANS "LAUREL CANYON" CREASES SZ 28 Needs a trip to the seamstress, still a good deal at $34.99!

PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM JEANS "LAUREL CANYON" CREASES SZ 34 Same as the above ^ pair!

PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM Jeans MELROSE Midnite Rocker 31 NWT
Beautiful jeans for the upcoming season, lower than average price for them!

NWT PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM JEANS SKYLINE DRIVE PEG LEG 28 Same as the above ^ pair!

NEW PAIGE PREMIUM JEANS LAUREL CANYON Jeans Mystique 25
Perfect for the upcoming season! Low BIN for a pair new with tags!

nwt PAIGE Premium Denim LAUREL CANYON in LAGOON wCREASE
Hard to find size (24)!

NWT Paige Jeans Shorts size 24 $160+ Another size 24 for only $54.99

PAIGE PREMIUM DENIM LAUREL CANYON 31 X 35 WOMENS JEANS
$54.99 is an AMAZING deal for the coveted Lagoon wash!!

Paige Denim Women's Flare-cut Jeans Size 2(New w/ Tags)

True Religion

True Religion Joey Corduroy's
These are all priced at $19.99 which is a great deal for a fun pair of pants!

Some of THE newest styles out for True Religion
Because the absolute newest styles are hard to come by for any discount at all, I will post these as a 'deal'. Be sure to scroll all the way down the page, this trusted seller has quite a few!

MIX!

And last but not least, a mix of BIN's:

Citizens, Paige, Rock and Republic, 7 for all Mankind, Grass, 575 Some good finds as well!

You don't always have to be short...




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!


Short Legs

There are many creative and ingenious designs to help elongate a body in the world of denim. Generally, ‘short’ is considered 5’4” and under. A good brand of designer jeans will always pay attention to details to elongate.

•Pockets: Avoid pockets which start very low (such as on the leg, and end just on the bottom of your rear, this will shorten the leg). Always look for pockets that end just slightly below or right at the start of the bottom of your rear.

•Cut:One such detail is a leg that has a nice cut and flowing line to it. This means it will break nicely at the knee to continue a nice line from the hips to the floor. Boot-cut and slightly flared boot-cut jeans are the most universally flattering line. Straight jeans or a smaller boot-cut can also be nice, if you are not too short or too wide-hipped. Too much fabric at the bottom (such as flare, a wide trouser-like hem, or un-hemmed jeans that drag) all create an abrupt stopping point, drawing the eyes to the shortness of the leg. Also, look for a jeans with small, simple hems (so as not to draw the eye to them). This will add to the effect of a continuous line that ‘disappears’ into the ground. Some brands even add a faint vertical line on the leg to add some more illusion of height (such as Paige). On a side note, but important as well, make SURE your capris end JUST below your knee, not any further down.

•Rise: If you want to elongate your legs, look for a mid-rise jean (a super low rise means your legs will appear to start even lower).

•Wash: any wash is fine, it is not very applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Not applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

Monday, August 13, 2007

No more 'sausage' jean legs




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!


The Athlete Issue

You may have a well-toned body, but you are looking to minimize the size of thighs or calves under your jeans. All of us experience thigh-tight jeans at some point, and it transforms your legs into a pre-packeged denim sausage waiting for a bun and some mustard to go on top. But, this problem is absolutely fixable!

•Pockets: Find pockets that sit rather center, ending just where the butt begins or just below it, but never too low or too high. This also will help create balance.

•Cut: Minimizing can actually be accomplished by finding jeans that have an out-seam that is slightly forward from center (center being the outer side of your leg in this case). This means you can see the side seams when looking straight-on at the jeans, and this will give the illusion of smaller thighs. Jeans which fit neither too loose or too tight also are best for creating a balanced look. Try a boot-cut with a slight flare which breaks nicely from the knee straight down to the floor (this will also give better balance to your legs). True Religion is just one brand that brings their out-seams forward, and there are many brand options as far as finding a nice flared boot-cut (most all of them).

•Rise: very applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. Check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you. However, a very high rise will not be flattering because it can appear unbalanced.

•Wash: Medium to dark denim will help bring more illusion of proportion than will light.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Jeans with stretch will be far more comfortable than rigid, because rigid can tend to squeeze muscular areas and be too loose in smaller areas. A nice balance such as 98% cotton, 2% stretch is best (too much stretch is unflattering, unbalancing and non-supportive).

Sunday, August 12, 2007

Whatcha gonna do with all that...??




There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!

The ‘Ghetto-Booty’

In other words, the well-rounded rear. Typically you want to accentuate this feature nicely, neither playing it up or down too much. This can be difficult, because many jeans have a small hip-to-waist ratio. This means that you can either find jeans that fit nice and snug on your waist, but it balloons out on your hips and thighs, or you can find jeans that fit nicely around your hips and rear, but gapes at your waist.

•Pockets: Simple pockets are more flattering than pockets which are heavily detailed or have bulky flaps, which only add more volume. Make sure they are well centered and avoid large and tiny pockets- in other words, an average size pocket will be best. Pockets with a slight angle can give you more boost if you want some. Be sure when you are getting a pair of trousers, that the pockets are centered and not too high up on the back, this is much more flattering (otherwise it will look disproportionate and a little like your rear is sagging unless you have a very perky rear).

•Cut: Contoured waistbands and jeans with a mid-rise (around 7-8.5ish inches) are very flattering because their hip-to-waist ratio is much better. Jeans that have a slightly flared boot-cut are very flattering, as are wide-leg/trouser cut jeans. Both cuts will create a nice line from the hip to the floor, and bring more balance to your rear and legs.

•Rise: Again, a higher rise back and a lower rise front will be your best friend. Most jeans have this, but some accentuate it (Grass Jeans make an amazing contour-waist jean). Avoid very high rises which will make your rear seem to grow even more in size.

•Wash:Unless you are trying to play-up your roundness, avoid jeans with excess fading in the seat area especially. If you are looking to appear slimmer, dark washes will flatter you best.

•Stretch or Rigid?: Both can be very flattering, be sure that the hip to waist ratio is constructed well if the jeans are rigid, otherwise it will flatten/squeeze your rear or bag out on your rear.

Saturday, August 11, 2007

The Ultimate Fit Guide, Installment: Let's Get Some Junk in that Trunk!



There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!

Lack of Back

There are some ethnicities that have more trouble with this than others. If you have a very small or very flat (or both) rear-end, here are some tips for you to perk-up, give some body and bring some ‘sexy back’ to your back side!

•Pockets: Never underestimate flap or embellished pockets. These add bulk with their extra material and/or detailing, giving the illusion of some ‘junk in the trunk’. It is also important to AVOID jeans that don’t have a yoke. This is the v-shaped-line in between the waistband and the pockets. Having this added line helps to create an illusion of a perkier and larger backside. Slightly smaller-than-usual pockets are great for tricking the eye to see a larger rear as well. Also, pockets placed higher help give a nice lifting effect. However, be careful with these two pocket rules, because pockets that end above the actual line of your butt, can give the appearance that it sags, and very small pockets are just not flattering on anyone since they lack a balanced proportion. My alternative suggestion would be to find average-to-small back pockets which have a slight diagonal slant (which points UP and INWARDS on the bottom of the pocket, this creates a very nice boost). Lastly, avoid pocket-less jeans, this should be a no-brainer at this point. If you want to wear a trouser, find one with nicely centered trouser pockets and/or atleast a yoke in the back to give you more volume in the back. . James Jeans, Brown Label, AG and Goldsign have phenomenal pockets for this. Citizens will definitely help widen the appearance of a tiny back as well, since their pockets are very widely spaced apart. Rock and Republic make a nicely balanced smaller and higher than average pocket as well.

•Cut: AVOID loose cuts, which will make your rear completely disappear. Stretch will really be your friend. General cut of the jean depends on other matters and is not applicable to this area. Straight legs CAN add shape (you will appear to have more hip and rear), but I really only recommend this cut if you have petite or average size hips, and your shoulders are not wider than your hips, otherwise these can be very unbalancing to the body.

•Rise: Not very applicable to this particular area, it is dependent on other issues. However, a very high rise will not be flattering because it is not able to boost a rear as well as medium and lower rises can.

•Wash: A rear that is slightly faded, with darker thighs and legs below, will give you a very nice boost and added body

•Stretch or Rigid?: Generally I would highly recommend stretch in this particular case, because rigid jeans, by the end of the day, melt off your rear and lose any shape they were helping to give you.

Friday, August 10, 2007

The Ultimate Fit Guide, Installment: Making it Hip to be Hip



There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!

This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)

I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!

Wide/Large Hips

Whether you have a defined waist or not, generally there is one major rule of thumb that applies here. Avoid horizontal lines of any kind. This will only serve to make your hips appear wider and larger (as well as your rear).

•Pockets: This means avoiding pockets that are spaced widely apart (which gives the illusion of wider hips), and also pockets spaced too closely together (which will add blank space/additional hip space on each end). Basically, find a pocket that is well-centered, and moderately sized (avoid small pockets and very large pockets). I would go so far as to say to avoid the brand Citizens of Humanity because of their extra-wide pockets, unless you are looking for even more width.

•Cut: Stick with a slightly flared boot-cut jean or a nice wide leg/trouser cut that fits snuggly at the rear and thigh, and has a sleek, straight line from the thigh to the floor. This will balance the legs to appear more proportionate to the size of your hips. Straight or skinny leg jeans will create an icecream cone effect, and make you appear heavy and off balance.

•Rise: Try to stay with a medium to low rise, high rises will only increase the size of hips because the waist will appear so much smaller in proportion.

•Wash: Avoid heavy whiskering and fading in the general hip and thigh area, as well as butt area, whether your butt itself is large or not (this too, will just add to the wideness). Dark washes are very nice for additional thinning in appearance (just remember to avoid heavy fading or whiskering).

•Stretch or Rigid?: Both are very flattering for this area, check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.

Thursday, August 09, 2007

Deals of the Day in progress!



This is a quick update, I don't want to leave anyone hanging, wondering where the deals of the day have gone! I am currently working hard at a comprehensive fit guide and will resume Deals of the Day shortly! :) Hang in there! And thanks for being patient!

Wednesday, August 08, 2007

Accenting your Genes



Not all of us have the body of a supermodel. In fact, to be exact, only 2% of the population has the genetics to pass as one. When we end up in a boutique or high-end department store, expecting a $200 pair of jeans to transform us into a supermodel, many times we can be less than impressed. And we still end up buying them, and squeezing into jeans that don't quite suit our every curve or lack there of. However, thankfully some designers have come to realize that one jean does not look good on every woman or man out there.

This is where cut, style and fit come into play (and some brands excel in this area far more than others). For example, lets take Citizens of Humanity. They make many styles (flare, bootcut, trouser), but they stick to a standard fit more or less. On the other hand, Joe's jeans have a wide array of fits that are tailored to suit certain body types. This can be very beneficial IF you have a certain body type that fits one of their cuts well, however, you won't be able to cross-over into their other 'styles' quite as much (because they are MUCH more fit-specific instead of branching over a wide range of body types).

I can just imagine the CEO's of the companies thinking to themselves 'Well, do we want to make a jean that fits average that will fit most people averagely, so tons of people can buy it? Or do we want to make a jean for each body type that only fits that body perfectly?' This is a major dilemma in the fashion industry, and working towards bridging the gap between those two problems is a never-ending struggle.

Basically, unless the jean is made out of 100% spandex, it is just not ever going to fit EVERYONE out there.

But, there are some helpful tips you can learn (and many helpful sites) so that you can be an expert in deciding for yourself what will suit your body type best amongst the world of jeans. My following blogs this week will show-case each body type(with flattering cuts for them) and brands that fit them best!

Sunday, August 05, 2007

Brand new styles of 7 for all Mankind




Ok, I don't know how this seller does it, but they are always able to get a hold of brand-spankin new stuff all the time. I love shopping with them for this reason. You can always find a good deal, and typically a very unique and beautiful pair of jeans from them! And the best thing, they are always authentic, so no worries with this seller! :)

Oh and by the way...they have quite a few more sizes of each of the jeans below in their store...I just posted some of their stuff because I am drooling over the new washes for the fall and want to share them with you here!

Ah yes, and one more thing...these are all discount prices, but they are not deals (not yet atleast, typically this seller will list items at 99 cents though, and you can always try giving them a low offer and cross your fingers they will take it!)

Women Seven 7 For All Mankind Jeans Boot Leather DAY 31
These jeans have a novelty patch that is rare and unique, and just out for fall 07!!

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Studded Flare HAV3P 26
A brand new studded style (retailing for mega $$), also available in sizes 27, 28, 29 and 30 in this ebayer's store.

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Jeans Roxy LTM 29 pretty hot new roxy's!!

Women Seven 7 For All Mankind A Pocket Boot MSW 26 This is the BRAND NEW MSW wash for this fall!! Also in other sizes in their store.

Women Seven 7 For All Mankind Jeans Flare HAV 26 The new signature havana for the fall! Gotta love havanas (I've always been a big fan) :)

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Jeans Hi Bootcut NWL 32 Another new wash! New inner updated tags as well, with a nice lavender stitching on the pockets!

Women 7 For All Mankind Jeans Great China Boot HAV 25 For those 'in the know', this was a very pricey exclusive jean a few seasons ago (Great wall of China style), highly faked by many, but if you want the real deal, here they are!

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Jeans Roxy Crop DAK 31 A nice style to wear with heels, in a hard to find color for this particular style!

Women Seven 7 For All Mankind Jeans Straight Paillette Another new style!

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Jeans New Bootcut JSV 29 Another hot new wash, I think I'll be finding a pair of these, love the color! It's like a dark version of the Havana Grey wash.

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Jeans Chain Boot MAR 24 Yet another new one! Reflecting the sleeker and more sophistacted washes for this fall, with an interesting chain pocket detail. (they have many sizes of these)

Women 7 Seven For All Mankind Jeans Dojo Lattice JSV 24 Wow! New dojo, new wash, new style! I'm liking these a lot!

Wednesday, August 01, 2007

"Fashion-Forward"




Ever notice how far ahead fashion seasons are from real seasons? Spring clothes are put on display in stores now in february, fall clothes in July... even when you go to the grocery store you can find the Christmas isle cleared out and Valentines stuff being stocked at the end of December. The world of marketing and fashion moves fast, and is wayyyy ahead of everyone else. There are fashion design teams that are already choosing what colors and textures will be 'in' for years (not months) into the future. Crazy huh?

7 for all Mankind and Rock and Republic have both released their ad/print campaigns for this fall/winter...and both are actually carrying shoes and bags now. Rock & Republic is also planning to launch a makeup line in the spring of 2008. And you thought you were already spending enough on jeans! Look out!







7forallmankind.com


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Compliments to 2Venus of HF for compiling these wonderful shots
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Credit where credit is due! These images are from ROCK & REPUBLIC who probably got them off of WireImage.com – The Largest Entertainment Photo & Video Archive. Wireimage has excellent coverage of their runway show, but you'll need to pay for the high-res pics (WireImage.com – The Largest Entertainment Photo & Video Archive