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Update on Jeans Search

Thistle

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So, I tried 3 more brands of jeans, all of them collosal failures. I tried the Lee Comfort Waist recommended. They simply did not play well with my body. I tried NYDJ. Their "slimming" technology was very, very unflattering and not terribly comfortable. I tried James jeans. They were ridiculously long, much longer inseam than was was listed IMHO, and they also were not flattering at the hips.

This does not include at least 12 other pairs of jeans I tried at Kohls, the brands of which I have lost track of.

So, I continue my search. I think I will try Jag jeans next. I am about at the end of my rope on this search. I don't want to "settle" but I am not sure there are perfect jeans for me at this point.

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Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Thistle, NYDJ's comes in many fits. Did you try all of them?

Hang in there! We WILL get you sorted.

Tanya

Veteran

So sorry to hear this Jeans search can be incredibly frustrating. Remind what type of jeans are you looking for? Some friends of mine with figure similar to yours have had good luck with Joe's jeans.

Nadya

Veteran

I know how frustrating it can be! I do want to second that a given brand can have different fits. For example, I can't wear most Kut from the Kloth jeans, but their Catherine Slim Boyfriend is perfect for me. Keep the faith!

Suz

(website)

Veteran

Jeans search can be the worst. But hang in there. You will find your perfect pair eventually.

Mona

Veteran

It is always difficult to find a pair of jeans that fits well! keep trying and keep us posted.

Thistle

Veteran

I tried the boot cut and straight leg in NYDJ and I tried two different washes. None were even post worthy. when DH says, let's see the other pair, i know they are not good.

i am just frustrated.

I was checking out JAG jeans but I think the inseams are really, really long. That would eliminate boot cuts as those couldn't be shortened.

i have tried Kut from the Kloth, DKNY, and several others from Macy's. honestly, anything that says slimming I am now staying away from. It is neither flattering on me nor comfortable!

Tanya

Veteran

Thistle, Joe's Provocateur are cut especially for petites. They come in both straight and bootcut styles:

http://www.zappos.com/joes-jea.....2013031721...

http://www.zappos.com/joes-jea.....vAAAAf1Fmn...

Caro in Oz

Veteran

It's hard! At least you have your wonderful dresses to keep you going:)

Thistle

Veteran

Thanks, Tanya, I will check those. I usually take a 32 inch inseam. Jags are all 34, so cut for someone taller than me or someone who wears heels.

Anonymous

Did you keep the Jennifer Lopez that you posted about here...http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....more-jeans

I loved those!

Jeans shopping is absolutely no fun for me. I ended up with some jeans from American Eagle that are good enough. After 50 pairs I decided that I needed to be done done done looking as it was no fun! I wear these jeans as little as possible, but it is nice to have a few pairs and even nicer to move onto other items that I needed!

FYI - the NYDJ leggings http://www.zappos.com/nydj-jod.....ging-black were comfortable for me, but the NYDJ jeans were very very uncomfortable. Everyone says to size down, but I actually took a bigger size because I wanted them to look like pants (they are really thick). I wouldn't plan to wear them without my bootie covered.

Not sure if this pin will show up, but I searched for denim shirts a while back:

http://pinterest.com/pin/331296116308455408/

Could you wear ponte knit black pants with a really casual denim shirt or vest every few weeks on Friday?

DonnaF

Veteran

Have you tried Levi's Bold Curve or Supreme Curve? You would probably have to go to an actual Levi's store or outlet or order online as I don't think that other stores carry them. My fit issues are slightly different, so I can't vouch for them myself. I think they are cut for proportionately small waists, but they may also zig where you zag. The Levi's site is currently running a 30% off deal, and like Gap, etc. you should never pay full price.

Nicole D

Veteran

I dislike jean shopping. "Leave no retail stone unturned". as a wise woman once said. Lee jeans? Wranglers (do they even make women's)? Old Navy?Keep looking!

Thistle

Veteran

DonnaF. I will check that out! I have a pair of Levi's and it is the only pair of jeans I have ever bought that didn't gap at the waist.

Yes, I kept the ajennifer Lopez jeans. Sadly, those are the only ones by that maker in blue. I had hoped for a pair of straight legs to go with those.

Laura (rhubarbgirl)

(website)

Veteran

Have you tried Eddie Bauer? I love their Blakely curvy fit. I agree with you, I've never had luck with NYDJ even though others love them. I think it's better for a more rectangular shape. I've had some good luck with some of the brands at kohls - Lauren Conrad is one that comes to mind, and j. Lo (too short inseams on me but might work for you).

DeclawedJaguar

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Macy's in my WI town carries Levi's Curve ID jeans so I think it is possible to find them in b&m stores. Do try them too! Either Bold Curve or Supreme Curve may work for you, I think. And they usually come in three different inseam lengths.

Echo

Veteran

FWIW, I have a horrible time finding jeans. I realize that doesn't solve the issue of finding pants that work, but at least you know you aren't alone. I am shocked that NYDJ didn't even have a post-worthy pair because I have fit issues and they tend to fit me better than many others out there. Honestly, I don't remember their "slimming technology" - I don't know if all their pants have it, or if I just haven't noticed. Have you tried Gloria Vanderbilt? Wait, before I get slain for anti-fashion heresy! They have many higher waisted jeans that come IN in the middle (ideal for curvey hourglasses or pears) in a lot of newer colours (like cobalt, my fave). Good luck.

amiable

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FWIW you look completely wonderful in dresses and skirts. I love your outfits that highlight your tiny waist and your curviness. I may have an easy time with pants - and, as you commented on my post, I'll let you be jealous of that, but only if I can be jealous of your curves and tiny waist. I wish I could wear and style dresses and skirts so that they look as good as they do on you.

(((hugs))) on your jeans search though - I too find jeans frustrating, and more difficult than other pants.

Desmo April

(website)

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I'm sorry you are having a hard time with jeans. I totally understand, a good fit is so hard to find. I wear jeans pretty much everyday and live in fear of something happening to any of my favs.

I try on jeans every single time I set foot in a store that carries my size. I have a pair of Jag pull ons that I do like and I think they would be flattering on you. Mine are the bootcuts and were super long. I did have them hemmed--I generally need a 31-32 inch inseam as well. I think of them as my dressy jeans, I wear them to work at least once a week but I wouldn't wear them to a rock show.

Edited to add, NYDJs have been horrible, they are so high on me that the waistband sits on my ribs!

Glory

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You are a trooper! I am wondering about the Reitmans comfort fit jeans. I think Shannon might have those ones. Not sure if you can order to the US but it might be worth investigating. Link : http://www.reitmans.com/Denim/.....efv1=Women

Adelfa

Veteran

So frustrating to be willing to buy and not be able to! We all have those times.

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

Thanks, Thistle. HANG IN THERE. Super suggestions from the ladies.

The Jag Pull Ons are a great recommendation:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ja.....rch&c...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ja.....ontextualc...

Have you tried Talbots jeans, yet?

http://www.talbots.com/online/.....8;catId=ca...

Keep us posted!

christieanne

Veteran

The hunt for "the" jean can be frustrating but I think you are right not to settle for a less than perfect for you jean.
I love my Jag Jeans and had the bootcut shortened - it didn't change the nice shape of jean much at all. Otherwise you might try their straight leg and have that shortened - or are you only looking for a boot?

I have been hearing form Levis team that the Curve ID jeans may be discontinuing.....you may want to jump on that quick. I like the Demi Curve fit myself so thinking of ordering an backup pair in another color.

If waist gaping is an issue but the rest of the jean fits well would you be against having the waist nipped in by a seamstress?

Good luck on the hunt!

christieanne

Veteran

Other brand options - Talbots (they have plus size petites - I don't know the leg lengths off hand) and Lands End - but the cut 1/Modern.

dizzys

I am considered a rectangle but I have a bum that needs curvy jeans. I like the curvy Levis because they fit my bum and go higher in the back and lower in the front. I would suggest supreme curve Levis for you to try.

Tina.b

Veteran

Thistle, your patience will eventually be rewarded. Great suggestions above. They key is to find one or two brands and fits that work for you and then explore all the washes and shapes they offer. Primarily I stick to just three brands of jeans because it takes so much guesswork out of the equation. Good luck!

Thistle

Veteran

Talbots was my go to jeans, but they changed something. I ended donating two almost brand new pairs of jeans because they changed the rise on them and they ended up ending too low to be comfortable.

JAG jeans are next on my list!

I have a pair of curvy fit levis in botocut, but was trying for a jean capsule. Maybe I need to buy another pair or two if they are discontinuing those!

velvetychocolate

Veteran

From the leave no retail stone unturned dept: try Target Mossimo Premium jeans if you happen to be at a Target store for some reason.

Also - have you tried any GAP jeans? I like their Real Straight and their Long and Lean jeans. Yes, I had to have the long and leans hemmed to fit the shoes I was going to wear them with most often, but it was totally worth it. Just got them hemmed at a local alteration place nearby - cost me $10. I'm 5' 6" tall and the Long and Leans were still a bit too long for my lower heels (in regular length). That said, I see they come in 'short'/ankle as well.

Meanwhile, I wanted to say that I agree with Glory's suggestion to try Reitman's Comfort fit if it's not too ridiculous. I see from their website that they do ship to the US (it's a Canadian chain store). I bought two of their 'comfort fit' skirts there awhile back when visiting and they are fab. My Mom loves their comfort fit jeans.

http://www.reitmans.com/The-Or.....s/715891,d

Here's a link to all of their 'comfort fit' pants in petite sizes as well:

http://www.reitmans.com/The-Or.....&pref

I have no idea what their shipping is to the US, but it looks like the free returns is Canada only - but still, if necessary, it shouldn't be too expensive to ship something back to Canada (I sent my Mom a blouse for Christmas via UPS and it was $12 shipping at my local UPS store, so not that bad at all).

Anyway - the Reitman's "Comfort Fit" is pretty fab - and it's a very reasonably priced store in the first place. Hate to suggest some place that's out of the country, but sometimes you never know.

Hang in there - I hate looking for jeans too. Worse than bathing suits, imo.

Keep looking...it'll be worth it!

DonnaF

Veteran

Just a warning that I had to take in my Jag pull-on at the waist, and I'm not nearly as hourglass-y as you. And since I took the waist in, I kinda have to wiggle into them to get them above my hips! I made a thread belt loop in back so I could wear a belt to further hold them up and be able to tuck or at least semi-tuck and cover up my hand sewn alterations on the sides.

rae

(website)

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I have no idea if you would be interested in something like this, but I had a good experience with custom jeans from Getwear.com. They make the jeans to your measurements and specifications - I was even super picky about where to place the back pockets, and they did revisions at no cost at all to me. Starts at $99. If you are interested, I do believe they gave me a coupon for a % off to share, too.
Here is my review: http://onedollarwonders.lookfa.....-pic-heavy
And the company site: http://getwear.com/design/

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