Stylist Tip: Jean and Denim Fit Guide

Self professed owner of over 50 pairs of jeans, Eva Longoria knows a thing or two about what makes her petite figure look glorious in denim.

From the red carpet to dinner to shopping she always has the perfect pair.

Is she naturally fabulous...sure...but she's also petite and curvy and shaped more like a regular gal. So what makes her denim selections noteworthy....FIT!

Tall, short, petite, full, skinny or pear shaped women can all wear denim gracefully and elegantly.

The difference between looking frumpy and slobbish to looking classy and stylish is a mere few inches...FIT!

Denim Fit Guide:

Petite:

• Skinny, straight and boot cut denim are your friends. Wide leg trouser denim are also flattering if you want to minimize curves. Add heels for height and if hemming is required ask your tailor for "original hems". This will keep the jeans original seams intact.

Tall:

• Low waist and long lengths are very flattering. Fortunately designers are now making denim with 36" inseams! Slim fits in straight, boot cut and flare show off your legs whilst keeping in touch with femininity. Mid-rise instead of high waist, typically because your waist is already high and you don't want it to fall right under your boobs.

Sizing:

• Jeans should always fit your thigh!! Fitted in the thigh allows for the appropriate break at the knee as intended by the designer. Slimming the thigh, lengthening the legs and giving overall balance to the denim.
• Be kind to your waist. If you have to suck your stomach in all day and can't wait too peel them off...chances are you need to go up a size. It's okay...no one will know and TRUST me you will look better than greeting everyone with a muffin! They would rather have blueberry...not your belly!
• Invest in a tailor. Don't compromise fit because the jeans are too long. Have them hemmed and remember ask for "original hem".
• Bum Check...make sure you only have one! I won't elaborate because you all know to what I am referring; that weird second cheek that magically appears below your God given bum because your jeans are too tight. Yea...you know!

No matter your size, shape or investment, jeans can be a great addition to your wardrobe. So whether you own 1 pair, 50 or even 200...they better FIT!

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