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Puffy sandals wiw 6.21.21- eta jeans swap

Anonymous

The forum and blog are where I get most of my dressing ideas these days , what without the usual retail/streetstyle inspiration . We're still under provincial lock and key here with no restaurants or bars open , no gyms, salons etc either, and one person per family in any and all retail outlets. Many people in my age group are still waiting for second vaccines - my appt is on July 1.

Janet's post with the "white jeans I don't hate" add-on made me decide today was a good day for white jeans, and obiously puffy sandals needed to be worn too

I bought two pair last summer when they first appeared at non-designer price points and quite like them. No need for any more though - I don't see these as being anything more than another trend . Fun though!

I purchased these white jeans recently from Massimo Dutti, and I love them, except for the fact that they are really a size too big . They felt perfect out of the box, but because they are 100% cotton, they stretch out like crazy. I haven't had jeans with no stretch in quite awhile and forgot about this issue - lesson learned for next time. Worn with a basic ponte black top (old) and a new chunky black cardigan . Now convinced this chunky cropped cardigan look is not for me (not flattering enough) so remind me I said that if I express any enthusiasm for them in the fall. Handy though, and comfy, but I feel a bit chunky, just like the sweater

Cold here today - 14C - which is nuts for June - but better than the 30 + we had last week ! Hope you all are having a lovely summer so far !

jeans - Massimo Dutti
sweater - Simons
top - Vero Moda
sandals - Rebecca Minkoff
jewellery - Jenny bird ; I'd like a third necklace here (always prefer groups of 3, but don't have quite the right one ... which is on my to-buy radar when I see what I want )

Also more makeup than I've worn in months, but I don't mind that . Makes me feel somewhat "me" again.

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Firecracker (Sharan)

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I love your puffy sandals--what a cool and fun design. The outfit is terrific, too. So funny--I prefer the look with the cardigan. But if it makes you feel chunky like the sweater, it's not ideal!

I made the same mistake with a pair of cotton jeans, the mauve ones I got from Madewell. They are just too big once I've worn them a few hours. [sigh]

Runcarla

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You have such a good eye for the cool shoe! Though simple, your black and white ensemble has a contemporary stylish feel.

* I have a question about the material used for the bottoms: is it thick and a coarser weave than most jean material of the past? I’ve run into this with 2 pair of 100% cotton bottoms marketed as jeans. The fabric is thick, heavy, and coarse, and instead of shrinking up like old school denim, it stretches. Even a hot water wash doesn’t restore a snug fit. I’m wondering if it is cheap cotton, or if it is treated somehow? If I had spotted them in B&M and been able to feel them, I probably wouldn’t have bought them, and one pair has already been passed along due to this ‘quality’ issue.

slim cat

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Everything works in your outfit - both versions ( with cardigan and just with a black top ). I love your jewelry and "new" ( natural ) softer color of the hair - looks great all together!
Sorry about not open places and colder weather - we had 100 degree recently and it was too much for beginning of the CA summer.
I gave up on white jeans for this year - maybe next year will bring more mid-low rises for me .

cat2

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I also like the cardigan.

Irina

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You look awesome! I actually like the outfit with the cardigan more. Too bad you are not into it. Cool hair!

Anonymous

Oh the outfit would never be worn without the cardigan - not sure why I even took the pic ! I'm really frustrated with these jeans now . Fresh out of the dryer, and I've only had them on for a couple of hours, and they are huge and poochy in the front. This was the first time laundering them. Also frustrated with these pictures, which always remind me that white jeans can be very leg-shortening and stumpifying. I'm not the tallest person around, although my legs are decently long in proportion to my torso, but white bottoms without a tucked top just look frumpy. And no way am I tucking into something so bulky in the fly and crotch area. So what does one do? Just consider it a lesson learned not to buy 100% cotton denim in your usual size ? I'm wondering about requesting a return - not as if they were super expensive ($90 I think) , but still!

And Carla, yes, they are exactly as you describe - thick, rougher hand/feel, 100% cotton. The thickness is why i liked them - no show-through, and they have a more authentic denim look. I'm thoroughly confused now.

Laurie

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First - you look really nice. I like the cardigan, the black and white, and even the puffy sandals though I was a nay on Angie's survey. Hair and makeup A+!

Second - in general, the jeans look fine and not leg-shortening to my eye.

Third - I've had it with 100% cotton! I bought those Everlane summer weight jeans last summer, and they're just not comfortable. I'm going to sell the grey pair on eBay and decide about the light blue denim, which fits better. They didn't stretch like you are describing, but they sure were not comfortable. I hope you can maybe get a refund. You should try.

Anonymous

I think these are better ? I’ve requested a return to Massimo Dutti but between my French and the CSR’s English , I have no idea what we agreed on . Lol.

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Anonymous

I like the spiky edgy hair. And the toenail polish.

slim cat

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I like the last pic with slim white jeans - looks good to my eye!

Sal

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I like this Lisa- modern and simple with trendy shoes and cardigan.

Style Fan

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I like this outfit on you. Very pulled together. My problem with jeans is that I never know if they are going to stretch out or not. I have a pair that are unwearable because they stretch out so much. I have another pair that did not stretch out and are too tight. Both are 100% cotton.

Irina

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My black MD jeans are 100% cotton and the cream pair is 99% cotton. Neither has stretched but my 100% cotton, altered white jeans from Zara stretched. Don’t know what to make of it

Roxanna

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Lisa - so nice to see you here again! a few thoughts:

First - IGNORE the photo. I feel liek every photo I take and post here makes me look 3 sizes larger and 4" shorter, with short legs (remember the horrible coat photos ?!?) Meanwhile people like Irina seems to take perfect and polished and proportional photos every time. (Hi Irina! - I am in awe!) So don't take the photo too seriously if you liek the look in person - my guess is that because they are low contrast with your skin and you have a low vamp on that sandal, they actually lengthen your leg line.

Same same on the short cardis. I have actually collected quite a few and like them, but they all seem to cut me off and stumpify me. I have resolved to wear them only with low-contrast bottoms (though honestly i see no such issue on you.)

Anonymous

Thanks Roxanna - I was on a self imposed break while considering the forum dynamics . My level of patience and ability to overlook isn’t always what it should be - and I needed to chill out .

Re I think you’re right about short chunky cardigans looking best with lower contrast bottoms, and I’ll have to keep that in mind . I now own 3 of them and will not be buying any more . I think you’re right too about picture angles telling a different story - I know when I try to angle my phone so the camera is level with my body and not my head the visual is completely different . Still - time and time again I’m reminded that white jeans are tricky , and that they require more care in styling . I’m usually in “ throw it on and go “ mode .

Irina

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Hi Roxanna thanks but my photos are not great! I do edit them on my iPad and stretched them a bit vertically to correct the camera angle. This is why my shoes always look like size 12! LOL
Taking selfies is hard, there are so many issues like posture (how to show an outfit and retain a human form?) or movement.
I struggle with my chunky cardigan, too - adding bulk to where I already have it is not the brightest idea. I’m trying it with v-neck camisoles to see if it will help to diminish the volume.

ChristelJ

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You look great in the photos and always so stylish, including in both pairs of white jeans. I agree they can feel tricky though. I adore the puffy sandals and also your hair!

Bijou

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You look great and commiserations on the white jeans, something that is very hard to tell until you get them home and actually wear and launder them.

For me, flattering white jeans are HEWI - over the years I have had two pairs of white jeans that were perfect and my most flattering jeans ever and so many misses in my efforts to find the replacement. Your second pair look great and the puffy slides are super fun and highlight your very cool pedicure. A great and fashion forward look that could take you anywhere.

Jaime

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First thing is your hair - I love it! Makeup is subtle and beautiful. Our mask mandate was recently removed and I have been enjoying lipstick while it lasts (ever skeptical here). I hope things improve in your area soon.
Not all 100% cotton is alike. Old Levis barely stretch at all in my experience. I don't know what the factor is, but it is not supposed to bag out and I hope you can get a refund. Regardless, you look good! I like the chunky sweater actually. Of course the ultimate leg lengthening would require lighter shoes. I would stick with the black ones. Welcome back, glad to see you!

rachylou

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Those are very good! Carla is right about your eye for a good shoe!

Anonymous

Thanks shevia And how true about old Levi’s and similar denim not stretching out like this . I don’t know what’s going on with jeans anymore !

Joy

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Isa, you look great and the cardigan does not look chunky. I was expecting a knit with heavy yarn. The puffy sandals are cute - classic with a twist, they look comfortable.

Minaminu

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I think taking a selfie is always very difficult as there are so many things to consider the light, the angle, the mirror... There have been a few posts on how to take a good picture and I am still struggling!

You look great on your outfits and I admire your hairstyle and colour! The make up is great too!

White jeans are a HEWI, I have been looking for some for quite a while!

Mirjana

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I can say that you look great as usual and the cardigan is perfect to my mind. I understand what you mean about jeans, I don't like 100 % cotton for that reason. The puffy sandals are cute.

lyn67

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Looking great in these white jeans, I don't see them bagged out (but can imagine is frustrating to experience in person)!. Nr 3 is a great outfit, love the puffy slippers and the subtle make up and combed up hair-does it stay like that for the day? YLF Lisa, I always love a bl&w outfit, the chunky cardi included, too!

RobinF

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Jeans can be so frustrating but I actually think these both look great on you. I kind of like jeans loose though so there is that. Fun sandals and hair!

Janet

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I hear you on the jeans that bag out — so frustrating! But I wouldn’t know it to look at the photos. You’re looking great — hair color and makeup terrific, lovely pedi, and I am a fan of those sandals! I agree with a comment upthread about chunky cardigans perhaps being easier to style in a low contrast outfit, but not being a cardigan wearer, I’m far from an expert, LOL!

NancyW

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Your hair color is soft, the cut angular and the combination is terrific. Sweater looks fine and might FEEL fine when fall arrives. Or not. Remember: Photos lie. I bought a pair of Jag jeans because of the way you described the fit! Most worn pants this season.

Helena

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I love this - both pair of jeans. Simple, modern, with just the right amount of trendiness - your signature formula. I am amazed that you spotted the puffy sandal trend (Janet too!) ... totally agree with you, that with lockdowns I have no clue what my best friends are wearing, let alone anyone else!

Currently 12 degrees here! :O

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