METALLIC AND LEATHER JEANS...AMP UP YOUR FALL STYLE

Glisten and shine in this season's leather and metallic jeans.  These can be worn by all age groups by what you wear with it.  Different style tops can take your look from a business meeting, weekend outing, to a night on the town.

New colors to try this season in leather and metallic jeans are plum, magenta, caramel, emerald green, sapphire blue and maroon.

7 for All Mankind Skinny Stretch Jeans Merlot coating, $189

Rich and Skinny Legacy Leather Faux Leather Skinny Jeans, Oxblood, $176

Hudson Krista Super Skinny Waxed Jean, Blue My Mind, $189

J Brand Stretch Denim Leggings, Coated Conifer, $218

DL1961 Emma  Waxed Skinny Jeans, $178

Citizens of Humanity Rocket Leatherette Jeans, Saddle color, $228 (available at Luna Boutique Bethesda)

 

Blank Faux Leather Skinny Jeans, Black, $88

Metallic-looks great with deep colors, such as purple, navy, emerald green, and black.

Mother Denim The Looker Stone Blue Glimmer Skinny Jeans, $210

7 for All Mankind The Skinny Copper Liquid Metallic Jeans, $198

Hudson Krista Silver Super Skinny Jeans, $198         J Brand 910 Sterling Sparkle Skinny Jeans, $124 (on sale)

 

Hudson Krista Gold Super Skinny Jeans, $198

How will you be wearing leather and metallic jeans this season?  Need help styling it?  Let Divine Style DC answer your questions.

PRINTED DENIM

Printed denim is a hot, new trend.  The denim can be styled and designed to look like designer pants or like edgy clothing.  Find a pattern that you love and the fit of the jean.  Both are important in determining how they will look on you.  The smallest of patterns can be worn by everyone versus larger patterns which can make your legs look bigger.  Patterns that cut vertically also can be slimming.  Also selecting the appropriate top to wear with them.  Generally a plain colored top (in a vibrant or a muted tone) will go with any of the printed denim.  Add a belt or jewelry but the printed denim should be what is making the statement.

AG Adriano Goldschmied "The Stilt" jean in ikat blue.  This is a versatile jean that can be worn with a variety of colored tops, from brights to pastels. $185

Rag & Bone Jean "The Legging".  Great versatile pair of jeans for spring and summer. Seen on LeAnn Rimes. $253

7 for All Mankind "Skinny" in Garden Party Print.  Great with a white button down untucked shirt and black waist belt.  $189

Rich & Skinny Legacy Skinny Jean in Khaki Python, $172.

Boa Print Skinny Jean by J Brand.  Perfect with a white shirt to accentuate the jeans.  Suede heels or shoe booties in a dark olive.  $242

Current/Elliott "The Stiletto" in Neon Leopard, $246.

PASTELS FUN!

Pastels are very popular right now but can be tricky to wear.  If your skin tone isn't olive, these colors can wash you out.  So trying wearing a pastel top with a bright necklace or scarf.  Or pastel bottoms with something bolder on top.  The look is not meant to be head to toe pastel, as that look has seen its day.

Dresses
Try a pastel dress adding a neutral colored heel.  In winter, added studded neutrals.  Cameron Diaz is wearing a mint green Akris shirt dress.  This Ralph Lauren dresses simple cut allows for statement accessories, jackets, shoes, and purses to take the center stage. $898.  Missoni's Pale Rose Multi Pastel Belted Dress, is a great way to show design and style, while wearing the pastel trend. $1,372.  Parker Ruffle Side Dress in Sorbet, is the perfect addition for spring and summer.  All around great dress that can be worn daytime or nighttime.  $198.

 

 

Jeans
Colored jeans have been hot all year.  For spring, try wearing jeans in a pastel hue with a bright colored top or a neutral, such as taupe or white.  AG Adriano Goldschmied offers the stilt cigarette jeans in highlighter blue or neon pink. $159.  Tractor jeans "Diedre" cotton-spandex jeans, $82, in mint green.  J Brand Mid-Rise Overdyed Skinny Leg Jean, $169, in a variety of colors.

 

 

Tops

Add a fun colored pastel top.  Perfect with white jeans as it gets warmer out or with dark denim for winter.  Eileen Fisher Drape Neck Jersey Top, $108.  James Perse Off Shoulder Top, $135.

 

Shoes

Add a fun flat, heel, or wedge in a pastel color.  Bring drama to your feet.  The best way to wear pastel colored shoes is not to match your outfit but to contrast.  So if you are wearing a blue dress or pants, try an orange or sherbert colored shoe.  

Rachel Zoe Laura Flat, $235                                                   Miz Mooz Panther Flat, $98

 

Sam Edelman Marina Pump, Flamingo Suede or Turquoise Time Suede, $129.95

 

                                                                               Vince Camuto Ladell Pump, $118.95

Looks for Men

Here are trends for men to be wearing this season.

Jeans-Men's fit offers straight leg, relaxed straight leg for men wanting more room, or skinny straight.  Make sure to check when ordering online or pulling jeans to try on in the dressing room.  These brands can be worn in all age groups:  Citizens of Humanity, 7 for All Mankind, Joe's Jeans, J Brand, Hudson, Diesel, and DSquared2.  Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom's, Neiman Marcus, and Saks Fifth Avenue all carry designer jeans. Some brands also have their own online stores and boutiques.

This pair is a relaxed straight leg by 7 for All Mankind, called Austyn.  Available at Nordstrom's for $169.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/7-for-all-mankind-austyn-relaxed-straight-leg-jeans-los-angeles-dark-wash/3005903?origin=category&resultback=1468

Pockets on the chest gives men's button down shirts a hipper look.  Try one from INC International Concepts at Macy's.  Only $39.98.  This shirt below is a 7 Diamonds shirt available at Nordstrom's for $109.  I would suggest rolling up the sleeves or wearing a black or dark grey short coat.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/7-diamonds-work-station-pinstripe-work-shirt/3245813?origin=category&resultback=3385

Hugo Boss offers many different styles and colors of slim fit sweaters.  This one is available at Bloomingdale's.  for $145.  I think it looks boring with a white t-shirt so I would pair it with a deep gray or navy blue.

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/boss-black-baku-slim-fit-v-neck-sweater?ID=570723&CategoryID=10258&LinkType=#fn=SHOWONLY%3DOur Best Gifts%26spp%3D54%26ppp%3D96%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D52

Depending on the look and event you are attending, I would recommend layering a button down shirt with a slim fit sweater and a velvet blazer.  A second look could be a thin, nice t-shirt in color with a button down over-top.  

Designers to go to include Marc by Marc Jacobs, Theory, Armani, D &G, Kenneth Cole, or James Perse.

Denim Done Right...how to wear the styles based on your body type.

The question comes up as to what are all the various styles of jeans available now, how do you know what fit works best for your body, what do I pair with the different styles, and what are brands to shop for.  Today I will answer these questions.  

Straight Leg
Perfect for a day to night jean.  Pair with a fitted jacket or sweater and ankle boots for daytime and add a statement necklace and heels for at night.  Most body types work well with this fit.  Where the pocket sits determines what body type it is meant for.  Smaller pocket or blingy pockets are best for girls with smaller bottoms.  Minimal design on the pocket (Citizens, 7 for All Mankind) are good for average build girls.  Plain pockets are better for more ample bottoms.  Hudson's work well for this build.
Brands:  Citizen's Ava jean great for girls who have a booty.  The pocket sits nicely.  Mavi jean, $117 on amazon.com has smaller pointed pockets.  This style is great for girls who don't have a full bottom and want to emphasize this.  Shown below is a 7 for All Mankind Jean, $178 from revolveclothing.com.  Cookie Johnson makes nice straight leg jeans for older women.

http://www.revolveclothing.com/DisplayProduct.jsp?product=SEVE-WJ899&c=&s=C&d=5&sc=Straight

Dark Denim
A classic pair of dark denim is a great counterpoint to bright colored tops such as yellow, kelly green, or fuschia.  All body types look skinnier in darker denim.  Just find the brand that works well for your body.
Brands:  Rich and Skinny is one of my favorites.  Shown below is the MIDI Straight Leg Jean for $165.  Joe's Jeans and 7 for All Mankind are also recommended.

http://www.richandskinnyjeans.com/store/productdetails.aspx?productid=1264&mr:trackingCode=ACB90519-5AE4-E011-87D9-001B21A69EB8&mr:referralID=NA

Boyfriend Jeans
While some celebrities are getting away with this look, aka Jennifer Aniston, I'm not sure the majority of you can or should wear this.  The point is a looser fit, usually with distressed, and rolled-up cuffs.  I would recommend this for someone who is taller (over 5"5") and has a thinner build.
Brands:  AG Adriano Goldschmied from revolveclothing.com at $235.  True Religion, Current/Elliott, and Citizens of Humanity all have different types.

http://www.revolveclothing.com/DisplayProduct.jsp?product=AG-WJ368&c=&s=C&d=5&sc=Boyfriend&referrerURL=%2FBrands.jsp%3Fc%3D%26s%3Dc%26d%3D5%26sc%3DBoyfriend%26HPsource%3DWomen&

Wide-leg Denim
Opt for a pair that is fitted through the hips and thighs.  Pair with a slim top and heels to elongate the look.  This style of jean works better for taller girls (or those wearing stiletto's) with a thinner build.
Brands:  Current/Elliott, Citizens of Humanity, James Jeans, Hutton.
Below is a Citizens of Humanity Hutton Jean, $132.30, from shopbop.com

http://www.shopbop.com/hutton-high-rise-wide-leg/vp/v=1/845524441915049.htm?folderID=2534374302023720&extid=affprg-4224106-CITIZ4009911806

Skinny Leg
Great to wear with boots or a high heel.  Skinny comes in different types (super skinny-legging jean, regular skinny, and skinny/straight) so know which type you are buying if shopping online.  There are also different lengths, such as ankle length and full lenth.
Brands:  Joe's Jeans, 7 for All Mankind, Rag and Bone, Citizens, J Brand, Current/Elliott.
Shown below are Joe's Jeans Silver Skinny Jeans, $170 at shopbop.com.

http://www.shopbop.com/silver-skinny-jeans-joes/vp/v=1/845524441925551.htm?folderID=2534374302064885&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=12208



Boot-cut and Flare Jeans
Great to wear out at night or during the day with boots.  Boot cut is also a good day to night jean.  Most body types can wear boot cut jeans.  Flare is a larger ankled boot cut jean.  Best on slimmer girls as you want your top half to balance with your bottom half.  If you have a larger bottom or waist, boot cut and flare jeans often emphasize this.
Brands:  William Rast, Hudson's, Joe's Jeans, True Religion, Citizens, Cookie Johnson.
Below is a William Rast Stella Bootcut, for $155 at amazon.com.

http://www.amazon.com/William-Rast-Womens-Bootcut-Stardust/dp/B004E9SVYU/ref=sr_1_7?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1323376848&sr=1-7

Jeggings

Dress them up with a stylish blazer or drapey sweater or top, heels, and jewelry.  Any body shape can wear this.  Larger legged women or those with ample bottoms or waits just need to accentuate your smaller portion (waist or hips) with a belt.

For those on a budget, I would recommend Banana Republic's jeans which tend to replicate the styles and fits of designer jeans.  Armani Exchange and Nordstrom's both offer brands/styles that are more affordable.  Shopbop.com and Revolveclothing.com also offer styles under $90.

When shopping online you can select the fit you are looking for in-order-to ease your shopping experience.