WIW & white denim questions - YouLookFab Forum

What I'm wearing today is an easy outfit of jeans, tee, cardigan, and fun shoes (photo 1):
Paige Skyline straight-legs
pieced tee in shades of teal, whites, and browns
oatmeal 3/4-sleeve cardigan (Halogen)
heeled brogues in neutrals (Fidji)

Here are my questions for you all, though. . . . I went shopping for a pair of white straight-leg or skinny jeans. (I have a pair of white bootcuts, but wanted some straight-legs for those occasional rainy days we have in Seattle!) I wanted to try on the Kut from the Kloth skinnies and boyfriends that Angie has featured and others have discussed. Didn't find them in my size.

What I bought (photos 2-3) are AG Stilts, which I quite like.

Question 1: Do I need them when I have these white denim pants (photos 4-5)? They are a non-stretch denim and I find myself reluctant to wear them sometimes for their stiffness.

Question 2: Should I order the Kuts and try them before deciding whether to keep the AGs (which are about twice the price)? My calves are really hard to fit in skinny jeans, so I'm thinking the Kut skinnies might be too tight. The boyfriends might work, though.

Any thoughts are appreciated!

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13 years ago

pil

Veteran

Great shoes, Firecracker! Considering the price difference, I would probably try the Kuts before deciding to keep the AGs. Especially since you don't necessarily reach for the pair you already have. I don't know enough about jean cuts to recognize whether the two pair are quite similar other than the pocket and zipper details.

Suz

(website)

Well, all I can say is you look fantastic in the AGs and you and Angie are making me really want a pair of those!! To my eye, the comparison between those and your older pants puts the others in the shade.

However, it won't hurt to try on the Kuts (which I own in the skinny version). My calves can be difficult in skinnies as well but they are fine with the Kuts as a matter of fact. Mine are from last year.

K. Period.

I have the AGs at Angie's recommendation too, and I love them. To me, they have an entirely different feel than your existing pair, which are a little more casual because of the patch pockets and slightly looser fit. The AG Stilts are very polished. I vote keep!

(And oh my goodness, your shoes are gorgeous!)

bj1111

Firecracker...re ag vs kuts...i had the same conversation with myself.

I love ags and have several pairs. The one i have that angie recommended do not flatter me as much as the kuts catherines given my current weight.

I will be returning the ags.

Re the current pants. Different pants/vibe/fit...but i love the details on these, the back ankle zip, the flap pockets, very very fun.

Firecracker (Sharan)

Pil, I love the shoes, too. Part of my desire for white straight-legs is to get more wear out of the heeled oxfords.
Pil and Suz, I've just ordered both Kut pairs online and will try them before I go final on the AGs.
Suz, k, and bj, I am glad to hear that you see a distinct difference in the two white denims. I feel more fab in the AGs, but sometimes I think that brand names (and their prices) influence my thinking, maybe giving me false flattery! I think the patch pocket pants are kind of cute, and I'll probably continue to wear them sometimes, even if I get a true pair of white jeans.

Glory

If your budget can permit I would keep the AGs - they look phenomenal IMO.

Thanks, Glory! I don't mind spending the money, if they're worth it. It's hard to sort out on my own, so I appreciate your opinion!

Liz A.

there's no comparison. the AGs sing on you!

Firecracker - I actually love the patch pockets on the old ones, too. And I didn't mean to imply that they are not great pants! I realized afterwards taht my comment could have been taken that way. I am sorry -- in fact, I think they're neat. It's just that the AGs really are so flattering!

Suz, no offense taken at all. Your answer was very helpful. I look at the photos, and I see two pairs of white pants that might be duplicative, although they feel completely different to me. It's helpful for me to know that they actually look different to someone who's not wearing them. Ha!

I'm looking forward to getting the two pairs of Kut from the Kloth jeans to try out. If they are contenders on me, I will certainly post them. You are all so helpful!

CocoLion

I am all about options and PPP so I would order both the other Kut options before committing to the AGs. They look great on you, excellent backside view!

And your today's WIW is very sharp.

Oh, yes--how could I forget PPP? Not to be confused with PPL. . . .
Thanks, Cocolion! I do have trouble with the Patience part.

Anonymous

I love your styling. The shades in your top are lovely. I prefer the look of the new white jeans, they look a fab fit. I would keep

You look great in all of these. I would probably try the Kut ones, especially since you know the AGs look great, and are a sure thing if the other ones don't work out.

Ingunn

Your WIW is fabulous! The jeans are a perfect fit, it seems, and quite different from your other white pants. There should be room for both.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I prefer the simplicity of the AG's, to your existing denim pants. Are they comfy on the calf when you sit down? But I also vote try the KUTS! And keep both if they work.

You just plain look amazing in white pants! I can't wait to see what the Kuts look like on you.

Thanks, all!

Angie, I tried the sit test in the AGs, but was focused on the waist. I'll have to pay attention to the calves with a sit test next time I try them on again.

Claire, thanks--I feel a little conspicuous in white pants. I am getting used to them. I've been inspired not only by Angie but by a lot of you on the forum, including you, Claire, and Ingunn and Diane G, and Suz, and, and, . . .

Jaime

It makes sense to wait and see the Kuts but these will be tough to beat. You look great in jeans!

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