https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:46:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report/page/2#post-61047 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:26:09 +0000 susan 61047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dani-<br /> thanks for the boden code. I just ordered my clams and got the 15% off and free shipping. Can't wait for them to arrive! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report/page/2#post-60798 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:22:28 +0000 Maya 60798@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Shiny. I think the 512's look perfect, though I'll probably need to hem them too. I'll wait until there is a sale or I get a coupon in the mail or something. This is something I have wanted for a long time so I think it's justified, provided I keep the price way, way down. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report/page/2#post-60796 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:38:01 +0000 shiny 60796@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>P.s. I am still wondering if buying another pair of these UO skinnies and cropping them off at the knee may be a better way to go. I have washed - and machine dried - the UO's 3x's now, and they keep shrinking - in a good way. I don't need to hem them now because they are "perfect scrunchable" length. Even though they keep shrinking, they still fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report/page/2#post-60795 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:35:29 +0000 shiny 60795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maya, I followed the Macy's size chart which does seem to be accurate. I got the 4p in the Levi's 512, and the 2p in the Ralph Lauren Nolita's. Both fit about the same on me - same rise (not quite 10 inches, maybe 9? I tried them on several weeks ago-). Both need hemming. Both are similar dark wash rinse and pocket size/placement. </p> <p>I don't need both - I just want one pair, so it's hard to choose. I keep meaning to post pics for the group to weigh in, but ultimately I think they are so similar, it'll boil down to how they wear and which stretches out the least. I have had better luck with RL usually.... BUT the material for this pair seems stretchier which makes me wary. </p> <p>I just ordered the BR clams (Angie's first link), using a rewards coupon so they were only $49. When I get those, I will take photos and let everyone help me decide which of the three to keep!</p> <p>DO try either the Levi's or the RL... I think you will like the rise on either. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60790 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:18:31 +0000 Maya 60790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh I forgot about the Levis. I meant to try them a long time ago but I wasn't sure about what size to get and I just forgot about them. What size did you get Shiny? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60784 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:09:26 +0000 shiny 60784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh... I may have to try the BR clams. Normally I hate BR jeans, but I noticed that the descriptions say they fit like the Martin's, which I love. So maybe BR has gotten wise? I did not see any of these at my local store this weekend (though admittedly I am now trained to walk right past all the denim since it never seems to work).</p> <p>Meanwhile, I have two pairs of clams I ordered from Macy's when Tanya posted before about their sale... one is Levi's the other is Ralph Lauren. BOTH are higher-rise, Maya - you may love these! They both fit pretty darn good. Just can't vouch for the stretching-out-too-much factor (which annoys me about lower priced denim). I think I will have to try the BR clams too, and then decide which to keep. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60776 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:52:57 +0000 April 60776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Angie, say it isn't so... </p> <p>Like Laura, I was really excited about having a summer item all ready to go, long before the season actually begins -- instead of doing what I usually do, which is waiting until the weather is stifling and I am desperate, and then finding that all the small sizes are long gone. </p> <p>Ah, well -- I will try some of the other choices that you all have posted above. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60774 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:48:57 +0000 Ariadne 60774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried the ON clams today (all styles) and all of them had too low of a rise for me. Too bad, because the price was right! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60760 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:19:36 +0000 Angie 60760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>April, this particular UK size 8 won't fit you. I can guarantee it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60723 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 21:49:39 +0000 April 60723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Drat. Curvy and pear-shaped is not me, alas. </p> <p>I just checked to see if I misread the site, and what they have done is basically said "If you're a 2, get the 8. If you're a 0, get the 8." Interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60719 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 21:37:08 +0000 Maya 60719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>April, I remember reading in the Boden catalog that an 8 is equivalent to a 2, but if you're a 0 it might be a bit big in the hips. I hope they work for you but I fear they might be too big. Boden makes a curvy, pear-shaped cut in my experience. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60716 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 21:32:40 +0000 April 60716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm -- the Boden site claims that their 8 is the equivalent of a US 0. I'm hoping that's true, though now that AT and BR have moved the bar by adding a 00, who knows what any of these numbers mean.</p> <p>Niva, 2 inches below the knee would be just about at the widest part of your calf, yes? I think that's supposed to be a flattering length -- or were you hoping for something shorter, to increase the cooling-off factor?</p> <p>Incidentally, right here on YLF there is a sponsored link to Boden that offers 10% off, free shipping and free returns. I love free returns -- totally removes the risk factor of online shopping! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60691 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:30:49 +0000 shana 60691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>hehe, Laura, I like that - "leave no retail stone unturned." That is definitely my motto in my current financial state! Yes, these do have flap pockets which I LOVE because I have a non-existent, flat bum (thanks to my second child). No amount of squats &#38; lunges are helping so I am always excited to find jeans with flap pockets! I haven't worn mine yet but will definitely post photos once I break them out. </p> <p>niva, I also did not see these in the store. They seem to have a different selection in store vs online. I wanted the petite size anyway so I ordered online. Anyway, it's definitely a mid-rise although the petite rise is (disappointingly) a little lower than the regular sweetheart rise which I tried on in the store and seemed perfect. I can always take measurements for anyone who is interested. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60687 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:13:55 +0000 Vani 60687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>shana, those look good! I did not find those at ON last weekend and instead ended with these <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=35158&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=616669&#038;scid=616669002" rel="nofollow">http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/.....=616669002</a></p> <p>Even after trying it at home with several tops, I'm not comfortable with the low rise. I might just have to get these online and try them on. I usually like the fit of a medium rise though. </p> <p>I would like to try the ones from Borden but even their shortest length measures 2" below my knee. Laura, is the fabric thin enough to not seem unsightly if I roll the legs about 2"? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60686 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:12:05 +0000 Laura 60686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, that's an amazing price on the ON clams. I tried those too (leaving no retail stone unturned ...). I really wanted traditional pockets on the back so I passed, but I hope you post a photo so we can see them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60682 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:00:55 +0000 shana 60682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would love to go to one of those Boden trunk shows - I am very intrigued by the product line and really like the printed dresses &#38; skirts. But I am reluctant to order since I have no idea how the sizes run and what the fit is like. Yes, I know they give measurements on the website!!! I guess I just need to see an item in person to get a gauge for whether Boden's for me or not.</p> <p>Anyway, if anyone is looking for a budget option, I bought a pair at old navy several weeks back during the Gap F&#38;F sale. These are available in two washes (unfortunately, not white) and have the classic (Sweetheart) rise - I ordered online since I wanted to get the petite. I think combined with the discount, I ended up paying just $14 for them! They are on sale for $20 right now:</p> <p><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=35158&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=634153" rel="nofollow">http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/.....pid=634153</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60669 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:27:34 +0000 Maya 60669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brianna, I was going to say the regulars would probably be short on you. I'm only 5'2 and 17" is right below my knee. I know I have frighteningly long legs but I'm sure they're still not as long as yours since you're 6" taller than I am. </p> <p>But you're not getting them so it doesn't matter, hehe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60668 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:21:36 +0000 Anonymous 60668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura, thanks for sharing info on the Boden clamdiggers. They are nice and do look quite casual with the faded denim. Also it is good to learn so much about how Boden sizes run so I can feel more comfortable ordering from them for the first time.<br /> Angie, thanks for sharing the info on the BR finds. I LOVE those pants. They are just enough change from what I bought last year to make clamdiggers seem new again. Last year I bought the AX and they are quite low rise.<br /> I am getting so excited for spring!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60667 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:19:44 +0000 Ariadne 60667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha, never mind--even with discounts, I'd end up paying over $70 for these. I think I might get a second pair of my perfect $19 Joe Fresh Style straight-legs hemmed instead! (Style J1 for other Canadians--they rock). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60652 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:36:40 +0000 Ariadne 60652@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Laura, how tall are you? I'm thinking of ordering some myself. I'm 5'8 and just wondering whether to go for the R or L. I'm thinking R. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60626 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:51:13 +0000 Laura 60626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great Dani! Let me know how they work. In my opinion, they are definitely worth $54. Shipping is usually a $10 flat fee so it is a good offer. It feels like such a victory to cross this major summer wardrobe item off the shopping list! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60622 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:42:16 +0000 Dani 60622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I took the plunge last night and ordered both the white and the denim. I found a discount code that worked for me last night and it was 15% off, free shipping and free returns. That made the clams $54. The code I used was EE78. Hope it works for you guys! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60618 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:35:25 +0000 Laura 60618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay, I hope others try and like these too! I did try one pair that Angie posted from BR -- the third one, the "urban cuffed cropped jean" -- but it had a dressier vibe to it. The Boden clams are casual all the way, which was just what I wanted for summer. Yes, Angie, I would say they run big, since I am a size 6, and I was able to wear the smaller size in that range (size 6 equates to either a 10 or 12 in UK sizing).</p> <p>I got 15% off and free shipping and returns, which was on offer on their web site the day I ordered. I just missed April 1, when they had 25% off, so it might be worth watching for a bigger discount. </p> <p>Tara, they are mid-rise -- 8.7" (as Maya said, the body size/garment measurement feature that Boden offers next to its product descriptions on the web site is so spectacular). And the inseam is 15", so now I know that anything longer than that will be "evil capri" length on me.</p> <p>April &#38; Maya, about tops, Boden shows the clams with a tunic top that hits at the widest part of the hip (what?? that seems like a bad idea to me). I'll try a couple of tunics, and I'm going for graphic tees and cardis too -- at this point I am so used to wearing skinnies that nothing bothers me anymore </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60617 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:04:38 +0000 Becky 60617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Laura and Angie, for posting some possibilities. Like Maya, I'd prefer to find something under $50. I haven't had any luck finding the Levis curvy cut 528 which Tanya sported last year (have only found them full-length).</p> <p>Tarzy, the Boden site lists the front and back rise of the garment of each size under the "body/garment measurements" tab.</p> <p>Laura, is the discount/free shipping code you used still good? Maybe I could swing the Boden clams with a discount. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60616 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:59:43 +0000 jwomack 60616@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Laura. I have been contemplating some Boden skirts, so now I may add to my order and try the clamdiggers. I had been trying to find some for summer without much luck.</p> <p>Susan -- I get the Boden catalogue and they usually have codes for free shipping and returns and also discounts. I also get e-mails from them weekly with various discount offers. I would look at retailmenot.com or freeshipping.com for coupon codes if you don't get their catalogue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60562 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 02:46:24 +0000 Maya 60562@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, Boden lists measurements for all their garments on their website. It's such a marvelous idea. I don't know why more stores don't do the same. </p> <p>If anyone comes across any inexpensive clams (less than $50), let me know. I didn't find a good pair last year and I really want to break out of wearing full length jeans all summer. I keep checking NY &#38; Co but all their crops are either evil length or have too low a rise or both. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60560 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 02:38:10 +0000 Angie 60560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Woohoo! That’s great, Laura. I can see several YLF'ers sport these. Would you say that they run big ? My guess is that they do. They start at a UK 8 which is a 2 (UK 6 is a zero). I can't wait to see them on you. </p> <p>Also, I’ve had these styles on a few lasses this season and they're pretty good: </p> <p><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=12299&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=646536" rel="nofollow">http://bananarepublic.gap.com/.....pid=646536</a> – you’ll need to hem or roll. They have been VERY popular – many sizes sold out. </p> <p><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=12299&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=641328" rel="nofollow">http://bananarepublic.gap.com/.....pid=641328</a> – good stuff !</p> <p><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=12299&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=626631" rel="nofollow">http://bananarepublic.gap.com/.....pid=626631</a> – nice too</p> <p><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=12299&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=641333" rel="nofollow">http://bananarepublic.gap.com/.....pid=641333</a> – only had them on one person and they fit quite well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60556 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 02:06:22 +0000 tarzy 60556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura - great news! Is the rise mid or high? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60555 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:54:29 +0000 susan 60555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura-<br /> I just tried to order and I have a question-How did you get the free shipping and discount? Is there a code of which I am unaware? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-clamdiggers-a-report#post-60550 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:43:44 +0000 April 60550@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered the same colors as you a couple of days ago, and am now very excited to receive them! Thanks for posting this follow-up. What are you planning to wear with them? </p>