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Outfit challenge: straight leg jeans

CarolS

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I haven't had a lot of time to think about clothes since this whole mess began, but I took today off work and decided one of the ways I would treat myself would be with an outfit creation session.

I bought these jeans a few months ago, but I've struggled to wear them.

My biggest issues are footwear and the cuff.

I think in a previous life I would have worn these jeans with a pointy toed boot with a bit of a heel. The sturdier shoes my feet demand haven't felt quite right.

I also haven't yet figured out the wider cuff I see many wearing. I've toyed with it here, and also with a narrower, double rolled cuff. It's what I'm more accustomed to with a skinny, but I am not sure about it on this wider leg. Will appreciate all feedback on what might work here.

This is a bit aspirational because I'm a bit too rolly in the middle for the white tee. But I wanted something springy and simple with the yellow Docs.
Navy striped tee and camel topper. Topper looks less pink IRL. Yellow Docs for fun.
I pulled out a pink H&M knit top I hardly ever wear and paired it with a favourite scarf that has sadly been a bit of an orphan. I love its mix of cream, orange, yellow, pink...Makes me happy.
I think this BR Outlet boyfriend blazer is going to need its own session. I thought it would be great with jeans, but I'm not so sure if these ones re right. Veering into frumpy territory?
Swapped in my black Blunnies and a simple black tee to see if that would help the blazer feel a bit better.
Long cardigan and black tee
Green cardigan as my only pop of colour
Imagining warmer weather, I tried a new cardigan over a closet orphan sleeveless blouse
Orphan blouse with green cardigan. I'd wear the green cardigan every day if I could... It's so happy! Tried the narrower double roll cuff here. Thoughts?

I'll feel better in these jeans when I get down a couple of pounds, but I think the items I added to my closet in anticipation of spring are going to make them a lot more wearable for me.

Thanks for looking. All suggestions and constructive comments welcome!

Now all I need is somewhere to go.:-)

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Latest reply was from CarolS

Mirjana

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I like big cuff on you, great. All outfits are beautiful, but my favorites are #2 and #3.

Teresa

I really like the wider cuff, it looks current to me. LOVE the yellow Docs, and funny enough I have some yellow combat boots on order. I like how you’ve mixed other colors in with them. I really like #1, 2 and 4.

Jane

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I like a big cuff too - I think it’s to do with proportions - but regardless you look fab.

Goodness, I’d love somewhere to go too (we are on lockdown too!)

hereforthecake

Based on your description, I was prepared for these outfits to be a bit frumpy....but you look great in all of them! I particularly like #'s 1, 2, 8 & 9.

The jeans look modern & flattering (although I struggle with that word, I can't think of another).

Anonymous

I actually like the jeans on you - a lot - and I’ve not been a big fan of the wide / deep cuff . This works because it’s relatively low-contrast - at least to my eye . That green cardigan is great too -lovely colour with your hair . What’s the label ? The BR blazer is fine , and not dowdy , just a little dark looking . Have you tried it with lighter bottoms ( ivory or white denim ) and a white or pale grey top underneath ? I just went out to dump garbage and recycling and had to wear my North Face thermoball. When is it going to warm up here ????!

CarolS

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Thanks Mirjana!
Teresa, I hope you'll share a WIW with your yellow boots!
Isn't it the truth, Jane? I won't care what I wear when I can finally go out again!
HFTC - thank you for the boost.
Lisa -- thank you. I've struggled with that cuff too, and wondered if it just makes my legs look chopped, but I'll give it a try. The green cardigan is Yest (I think) -- picked it up at that little shop in Grant Park just around the corner from Winners. SA was wearing it but it wasn't on the floor anywhere. When she asked if she could help, I said yes, I want your sweater! She actually went and pulled one out of the back for me. I hope they survive.

CarolS

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Lisa -- forgot to add -- Maybe you're right about the blazer being too dark, or the jeans too dark for the blazer. I thought they should work but there's no happy factor. I don't own a pair of white jeans that fit (I do have white jeans!), but I'll keep that suggestion in mind. I also thought might like the blazer better over black skinnies -- or even a skirt. One of these days it will get its own styling session.

slim cat

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Great outfit session - love straight jeans on you.
Favorite outfits #3, 4, 8 & 9.
Personally I like wide single cuff but your double roll in pic #9 works well too. Orphan blouse is very pretty and could work with yellow boots as well. Thank you for posting fun outfits!

Style Fan

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I love these jeans. The cuff works well with the Docs. I like the long topper with the jeans and Docs. Great look. You have fabulous hair.

Bonnie

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The wide cuff and the yellow boots look great. Your outfits are really nice, especially #2 and #8. Agree that the dark jacket doesn't work as well as the colored ones but love the scarf in #4.

Angie

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You are wonderfully stylish, Carol! What a treat

I love the big wide cuffs on the jeans. That said, I like the double roll in #9 too. Smashing all round! Super duper belting and necklacing too.

The palette in #8 is KILLER with your complexion. Fab grey bookending with the sandals.

BR blazer looks good. A little dark, maybe? Lighten things up, perhaps.

To my eye, you look best in high contrast outfits. So my KILLER faves are: #1, 2, 3 and 8.

CarolS

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Thanks, Angie. I was so excited about that blazer when I found it, but haven't yet found a way to wear it that thrills me. That might be my next outfit creation session. I'm challenged by a lack of lighter bottoms, but I'll see what I can do.

Thank you, Style Fan -- thank heaven for bob/lob hairstyles!

Agreed, Bonnie. That jacket needs -- something. I thought the scarf might pull it together, but not so much!

MeggieMay

8 and 9 are my faves, and I agree with Style Fan, you have great hair.

Joy

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I like all your creations including the big cuff and love the yellow footwear.

CarolS

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Thanks Joy -- the forced staying in provides a perfect opportunity to break in the yellow Docs!

rachylou

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Dang dang dang. So good!

Brooklyn

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Wow you have great style! I love the cuffed jeans on you. And those mustard boots are seriously fab. My favourite is no 4. Thanks for sharing!

CarolS

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Awww, thanks, Rachylou! And thanks for laying down the challenge, Brooklyn. I guess I did more than one outfit, but it made for a great distraction.

Jaime

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I was going to pick 1,5,7, and 9 as my favorites, but on second thought they are all my favorites! Love your hair, your cuff, and your style!

CarolS

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you're too kind, Shevia. Thank you!

Brooklyn

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The more the better!

Suz

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You look sensational in all of these! Wow. Love the jeans each and every way you wear them. With deep cuff and double rolled. Love them with the Docs. Green cardigan is great. The whole set of outfits is fantastic!

CarolS

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Thank you, Suz! It's been a while since I've had real colour like this in my wardrobe. I'm enjoying playing with it and looking forward to actually wearing it one fine day.

notsaf

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Somehow I missed this: love these on you, especially with the Blundstones. You topper game is so strong!

Firecracker (Sharan)

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Oh, my goodness--these jeans look great on you! Very current looking, and you wear them well. I like all the cuffs, and all the outfits. I was thinking the first one, with a dark column of color and the green cardi, is a more subdued look, as are the ones with the darker toppers. Then 2, 3, 8, and 9 are brighter and more playful. All work well, to my eye. Your hair is gorgeous, too!

always trying

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Great job styling the jeans. All look great. You are inspiring me to spend some time during this shut in to try some outfits and post too.

Anonymous

I have come to enjoy your posts very much. I don't always have time to post a comment, but I enjoy reading your thoughts. Best wishes.

CarolS

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Thanks, Notsaf, Sterling, always trying and Firecracker. I appreciate the kind comments. It's nice to think about wearing real clothes again someday!

lyn67

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Wow, I am inspired! Love the big cuff so-so much, the yellow shoes, and the camel coat and the blazer are fantastic items, love your hair and the stylings, too! And came back to shout a big NO to the pointy toe heels, the sturdier shoes make the outfit!!!!:-)) And came back once again to point out that IMHO a cuff of a lighter color (like your reverse is here-or even lighter) will always help with wearing a pop of bright colored (or ligh color) shoes. (Now, I want those jeans, the yellow shoes and the camel coat!!!)

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