Goal Jeans

My body mass fluctuates over the course of the year. It isn't much, just a matter of 2 or 3 different jeans sizes (or spandex content), but the result is having two sets of jeans/pants. Though, I'm always going back and forth within either of these two batches.

That said, its always joyous to fit back into the "skinniest" pants. And these, my friends, are them.

Tee: Forever21 / Goodwill Outlet
Scarf: no label / Goodwill Outlet
Jeans: Hudson / $40 Goodwill
Booties: $10 / Crossroads

Geometric

I wasn't even thinking about this month's Third Thursday Threads geometric print theme when I grabbed this shirt, which is awesome because when Bri announced the theme I could only think of one item- a dress I'd already featured here. (Since I have such a blog archive....)

The first version is a more typical outfit for me, and is how I initially wore this top to work. The second version is similar in structure, but steps slightly outside my standard method of allowing one piece to be the main focal item, by pairing the patterned top with colored pants.

I typically take outfit photos in the evening when I get home, but I wanted to get a few photos in before these curls went away.  I tried to snap a few during work, in a shady area that doesn't get much traffic. (Also known as by the dumpsters). Well, turns out this area gets more traffic that I expected - several people passed by giving me weird looks as I fiddled with something (my phone/camera) next to a trash bin. Ugh. I'm almost ready to give up on this blogging thing until I (a) get a real camera, (b) get someone to take pics, and maybe (c) get internet at home.

Top: Forever21 | Goodwill by the lb
Jeans: Old Navy | Goodwill | $2
Flats: from Israel | 10₪ ($3)
Bracelet: Estate Sale | $2
Glasses: Rivet&Sway | $99

Jeans: H&M | Buffalo Exchange, $5
Wedges: Nine West | Value Village, $8
Bracelet: self made
Watch: MobStub deal, $17

The pattern of this top keeps an outfit interesting enough without jewelry, but I think a long pendant necklace in a contrasting color would help complete both of these versions. Since I dont have one that would fit the bill, this is something to add to my want list.

H&M "Regular" Waist Jeans

During my most recent Goodwill outlet trip, I found these H&M jeans in my size.

The label and website call them "Regular" waisted jeans, but these are by no means a regular waist. These are the highest waisted jeans I have ever worn - and I lived through the 90's.

In general, I am not a big fan of high waists coming back into fashion. (Aside from skirts)

I think high-waisted jeans are unflattering on most people, and in particular when paired with very short cutoffs, the result just horrendous. One's fly length should not be 3 times as long as their inseam. I find that the combination of butt cheeks peeking out of the cutoffs and a tight, high waist produces this weird emphasis on your crotch and rear areas, almost like a jeans bikini.

But I digress.

For the most part, I do like these jeans. The fit is tight - definitely the "skinniest" jeans I own, but they are also very stretchy. I love the dark wash, and while the shapes and placement of the holes are a little funny, I like their casual edginess. And they have ankle zippers!

But this high waist, man...
I feel like I'm wearing Mom jeans.
Aside from the various fashion associations of high rise pants, this look is not doing my body any favors. I think this style makes me appear heavier than I am, and even worse is it makes my butt look long and flat.

So I think I will only be wearing these with tops that are long enough to cover most of the high waist and hit at my hip or below... basically hiding the fact that they are high waisted.

What are your opinions on high-waisted pants, particularly in regards to your body type?