It’s hilarious to me now how when I had first set out to make these jeans I was slightly skeptical whether I would wear them much… they have so become the backbone to so many outfits! I think I was nervous about the skinniness of them; and whether I could even carry this look off. But I came around! I’ve worn them countless ways already on this blog… (I’ve just counted, they have appeared twelve times hehehe :D, but trust me I’ve worn them stacks more!) The firm but stretchy nature of the fabric make them comfortable and easy to wear, the very simple shape and the drab unobtrusiveness of the neutral colour mean they never steal the show, but just set off so much of what I’ve got, beautifully. They have been incredibly useful in my wardrobe.
So for today I had a bit of a play at mixing them up a few more times…
Admittedly, during the winter I have worn them almost exclusively with my biker boots. I really like the solidness of the boots visually counteracting the skinniness of the jeans above. At left; air force blue along with the khaki, and my crochet scarf; at right, looking a bit more classic when worn with my Chanel-style jacket
The jeans are skinny enough to pass for tights when worn underneath my (current) favourite dress; at right and looking a bit smarter; for a splash of colour I’ve always loved the slightly military colour combination of red and khaki together.
At left; if I was heading out to a summery soiree the jeans set off an unusually styled little top and jewelled sandals; and more casually at right; I really like the simple contrast here, the sorta “modern-ness” of the plain jeans when worn with a romantically embroidered floaty ivory top.
Which outfit am I wearing today? well the weather is now delightfully warm and today might be their last gasp before the really hot weather hits, and I am wearing the last casual summery outfit with the ivory top.
Which look here do you like the best?
Red and khaki is my fave too…..but then these pants look great with a breezy blouse and sandals.
I just bought (yes, bought) of pair of skinny knit pants from Boden and am trying to figure out what to wear with them…I'll need to study your blog for inspiration.
I am liking the first and last outfits the best. I love the nature-like colors (pants, top, and sandals) of the last outfit especially.
I like the last two looks, but this could be more to do with the warmer weather than anything. It's hard to think about scrafs and long sleeves at the moment, and I'm loving it. 🙂
I really like the combo w/ your new green Pattern Magic top. I think the green makes your hair really *pop* 🙂
I'm considering sewing a pair of pants in just this colour – yours look really great! No wonder you've pulled them on in so many combinations 🙂
I'm loving the last two looks the best – but probably because i'm so over wet, windy and old weather and the top 4 remind me of cooler days. It's so nice to see the sun and today has been glorious. Mind you i don't do very hot weather either! Love the skinny jeans – they suit you!
Thanks for your comment. It was a toss up between the print i chose and a very nice fuchia coloured print.
I really love the red top with the skinnies. It really shows of the jeans and the fact, that they're not low-rise. It also accentuates your figure quite well. The dress is very cute too.
I love the green top and gold sandals combo. All are good, though. Funny how it can take a while to come around to new silhouettes. Usually, when I finally do, everything just clicks into place.
I like them best with your green summary top (I can't remember if it's the bunches or ponytail top!). They're a great pair of pants and I can see why you get so much wear out of them.
The last two outfits are my favorites, particularly the green summery top. I agree that these are the perfect color for going with everything.
I love the last two outfits – but boy that green looks good on you! I also like the Chanel jacket with it.
Great outfits! I love them with your Chanel style jacket and biker boots.
All the variations are wonderful. My personal favourite is the look with the Chanel jacket.
I love them with the red top and wide belt, just love that belt, I'm not tall enough to wear anything that wide but it looks so awesome on you!
Hi Carolyn! This is disou from France! You have left such a nice comment on my black and orange doll set that I had to come and give you a little visit. Oh my, am I NOT disappointed. You are a true sewing pro! I can barely hold a needle!
You do magical clothes and you are beautiful too!
I will definitely put you into my favorites!
bisoudisou
I really like the two last outfits
The first and the last two are my favourites. I like the jeans and sandals look, something I am warming to myself. Usually I wear jeans with shoes and boots.
I love the chanel jacket look; the red top and wide belt; and the green top look. Most of all I love skinny jeans.
They look great! I agree that sturdy boots are one of the best ways to wear skinny jeans of any kind.
I like how these have a bit of a straighter fit around the ankle, though, rather than tapering all the way down. This is my favourite shape for my jeans :).
I really like these jeans. Sewing jeans is something I really don't think I'd ever dare attempt, mostly because the fitting would be a complete nightmare in my case. I am in awe of anyone that would sew their own jeans. But I love yours and the colour combinations I love best are the red top with the big belt, and the green top with the gold sandals.
Honestly, they're all good! I'll vote for the blue top with bow look.
OK, I know it's green. I wrote blue by accident!
My favorite are the chanel jacket and red top outfits. They're not so summery, though, are they? The thing is, purely as a matter of form, long sleeves balance the jeans nicely.
I like #2 and #6. Esp. # 6. I would so wear that….
I think I like the photo with the new green top best – love that color. But you're right, the skinnies are so versatile.
I love the outfit with the green pony tail top! The winter stylings are really cute, too!
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