TRIED & TESTED: CURRENT/ ELLIOTT STILETTO SKINNY JEAN MULTI ARROW

Posted on July 4, 2012 by admin

Today we are reviewing the Current/ Elliott Stiletto Skinny Jean in Multi Arrow Print from Donna Ida.

Sadly this is the last time Rachel will be modelling for Tried & Tested and we wish her well on her journey. Just to remind you Rachel is a slight pear shape size uk 8 wearing a size 25 jean.

The Fit: These super hip Aztec-inspired printed skinny jeans by Current/Elliott are a chic option for spring. Donna Ida Say’s: Team with a colour-pop t-shirt for an effortless off-duty look. Sizes 23 – 30 (approx UK size 4- 12).

The Stiletto Skinny fit is one of the best selling jeans of the season, with only the print and colour change, the fit remains the same through out.

The Rise: The rise on the Stiletto is 7.5 inches, which goes up as the size gets larger (size 30 = 9inch rise).

The Behind: The multi arrow print over powers the back pockets which blends into the print. The back pockets are plain.

The Leg Opening: The leg opening is 10 inches which makes this style a skinny jean, slim fitting to the ankle.

Leg Length: The inseam is 27 inches, which is a cropped style sitting on the ankle.

The Fabric: 98% Cotton 2% Spandex gives this jean a good stretch feel.

Function: The Stiletto skinny is Current/ Elliott’s best selling jean for over two seasons now. Each season they offer must-have prints which fit well with the shape and style of the Stiletto. The multi arrow print is definitely a “look at me” print and with such a mixture of colours this jean is an easy one to wear.

Which Body Shape? Well it’s like this, anyone needing a higher rise than what you see below unfortunately this jean is not for you! So with this in mind this jean is good for a Petite, Long & leggy, Slight Pear & Small Hourglass body shape.

size 25/ 7.5 inch rise,
size 26/ 8 inch rise,
size 27/8 inch rise,
size 28/ 8.5 inch rise
size 29 / 8.5 inch rise
size 30/ 9 inch rise.

Tip: Revolutionize the way you buy jeans by measuring your unique rise measurement.

The Round Up Of The Current/Elliott Stiletto Skinny Jean Multi Arrow

Love this print, in fact I pretty much love all the prints Current/ Elliott have brought out this season. But my continued gripe is that the rise is at least a half an inch too low for myself an Apple and for Rachel who has a unique rise measurement of 12 inches. Although she can wear this style, she is more comfortable in a higher rise.

The multi arrow print has just gone into the sale at Donna Ida from £165 to £85, where other retailers are still selling this jean at full price.

Tried & Tested Score: 8

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J BRAND MAJOR SKINNY JEAN IN BLUE BONNET – EXCLUSIVE TO DONNA IDA

Posted on June 21, 2012 by admin

This week we are reviewing the J Brand Major Skinny in Blue Bonnet which is an exclusive colour to Donna Ida. The lovely Rachel ( a slight pear shape) is modeling a size 24 which is a UK 6. Teamed with a Splendid Short Sleeve Pocket Top – Pool £85.00

The Fit: The Major is a classic J Brand Jean that is forever in style. The Blue Bonnet colour is exclusive to Donna Ida – and perfect for the Summer months. Sizes 24 – 32 (approx UK size 6- 12). Donna Ida recommends you go down a size for a long lasting slim fit.

The Rise: Your be pleased to hear the front rise measures 9.5 inches, which makes this jean a good high-rise option.

The Behind: In true J Brand style the back pockets are kept to a minimum no fuss. The pockets are positioned quite high to give the bottom a pert look.

The Leg Opening: The Major has an 10 inch leg opening when the ankle zip is closed.

Leg Length: The inseam is 28 inches, which will be cropped on the longer leg or sit on the ankle bone, when the zip is closed.

The Fabric: 98% Cotton 2% Lycra Twill. J Brand say’s: Luxe Twill gives softness and stretch to your favorite styles. Garment dyed to reveal a rich colour and smooth finish.

Function: The J Brand Major Skinny is a classic skinny style with opening zip detail on the outside of the ankle. The style is quite understated from the knee upward and in my opinion it’s the ankle zip detail that gives this style edge, which makes this jean an essential to any wardrobe. The colour – Blue Bonnet is one of this season’s fashion colours, exclusive to Donna Ida, that make this jean stand out from the crowd.

Which Body Shape: Donna Ida say’s “Suitable for every body shape with its flattering high rise, zip ankle detail and super stretch twill.”. With the front rise sitting at 9.5 inches high this style does lend itself to most body shapes within J Brand’s sizing which goes up to a size 32 which is approx a UK14.

Tip: Revolutionize the way you buy jeans by measuring your unique rise measurement.

The Round Up Of The J Brand Major Skinny Jean in Blue Bonnet.

If you read Tried & Tested on a regular basis ( I hope you do!) then you will know I’m a total J Brand fan. This is purely based on how their jeans fit your body shape and make you feel when you wear them, which in my opinion should be the primary factor when buying jeans. There’s something about the design of the J Brand Skinny that improves your body and elongates your legs! The Major is an easy style to wear through the season’s with killer heels or boots, this style is a classic.

The price £205 is a mid price for a J Brand Jean, be assured you will wear these again and again.

Tried & Tested Score: 9

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TRIED & TESTED: GENETIC DENIM THE JANE HIGH-RISE SLIM BELL JEANS

Posted on May 10, 2012 by admin

This week we are reviewing Genetic Denim’s The Jane High-Rise Slim Bell Jeans available at Glassworks -Studio. This is the first review we have carried out on Premium denim Brand Genetic Denim, so we are excited to find out the result.

We have Rachel a Beauty Therapist, who is a UK 8, slight pear shape modeling the jeans in a size 24.

Fit: A light-blue super soft slightly faded 5 pocket jean with yellow sitiching. They have a fitted thigh all the way to the knee and then they kick out to a slim bell leg, a true fit & flare shape. Contouring the waist and creating the illusion of leaner, longer legs. Sizes start at 24 to 32.

The Rise: The front rise measures 10.5 inches, which is a perfect rise for Rachel as she has a long body and her unique rise measurement is 12 inches from crotch to belly button. Back Rise: Measures 13 inches which works well for this style.

The Behind: The back detail is simple but interesting as The Jane has a double yoke, this is the piece that sits under the waistband and gives the jean it’s bottom shape. (See image below). It’s a nice detail but it doesn’t carry on round to the front as one would expect. The pockets are placed high which gives the flattest bottom a nice perk.

The Leg Opening: 19 inches makes this jeans a true bell bottom flare.

Leg Length: The inseam measures 32.5 inches.

The Fabric: 98.5% 1.5% lycra. Rachel really likes the lovely soft feel to this jean. Machine wash cold.

Function: This style is a casual day jean, giving the wearer a great fit and flare shape.

Which Body Shape: The Jane high-rise slim bell jean is a perfect style for Hourglass, Pear, Long & Leggy and Apple shapes as the high-rise and flared leg balances out a curvacious figure.

Tip: As I always say, no two pear shapes are the same and it’s your unique rise measurement that should guide you to the best rise for you.

The Round Up Of The Jane High-Rise Slim Bell Jean

At ilovejeans.com we have the largest selection of denim to choose from when reviewing for Tried & Tested so it’s easy to get carried away. However this week we decided to choose an everyday style that flatters and enhances the wearers body shape, you can’t really ask for more! All the elements work well which makes this style a true all rounder jean.

Tried & Tested Score: 9

Price £160 which is definitely worth paying for premium denim that offers a fantastic fit.

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ABOUT GENETIC DENIM:

Genetic Denim has quickly built a reputation of producing some of the softest denim in the industry and thanks to the vision of founders Scott Sartiano, Ali Fatourechi, and Shaun Hurley, it’s not just the super soft fabric’s which has A-listers flocking. Genetic Denim concentrates on fit and cut, accentuating assets in line with your body type rather than forcing everyone into the same mould. Forward thinking denim perfect for your wardrobe.

TRIED & TESTED: CAMILLA AND MARC- RAINBOW LEOPARD NEW ENGLISH JEANS

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin

This weeks review is on the colourful Rainbow Leopard New English Jean by Camilla and Marc. Today we have Sara a size 10-12 pear shape modeling.

Camilla and Marc launched at Australian Fashion Week in 2003 and has since become a hot favourite and international designer brand. It’s always interesting to review a fresh new brand to ilovejeans.com.

The Fit: The fit is more of a skinny trouser or a ski pant, fastened using a single button and hook and eye and a concealed zip. The waist band has loops for a belt and they have a metal branded badge on the back. The flat side pockets and ankle hot pink zips give this style a slim silhouette, perfect for a curvy body shape. Sara is wearing an Australian 26 which is a uk10, sizes start at a Uk6 -12

The Rise: The front rise measures a good10.5 inches, Back Rise: 15 inches which is actually quite high.

The Behind: One of my pet hates are jeans without a back pocket for various reasons but the main one being it extenuates the size of most bottoms. Because of the heavy print the designers are right to of kept the behind to minimal styling.

The Leg Opening: 10 inches making this a skinny jean for sure.

Leg Length: The leg length sits at 28 inches just below the ankle bone to show off the sporty pink ankle zips.

The Fabric: 97% cotton, 3% spandex gives these jeans the stretch needed to maintain the shape. Cold machine or hand wash.

Function: This style is definitely a statement jean and not to be worn by the fainthearted. It’s a hybrid of all the seasons hottest trends, bright colours, leopard print and sport-luxe all mixed into one jean.

Which Body Shape: Sara is a curvy pear with a unique rise measurement of 12 inches ( measurement from crotch to belly button).

As I always say, no two pear shapes are the same and it’s your unique rise measurement that should guide you to the best rise for you. This jean is a good shape for Sara as the front rise is 10.5 inches and the high back rise gives her J Lo bottom a great shape.

This jean is a good shape for the following body shapes Long & Leggy, Hourglass and Curvy Pear. The Apple can sit this one out as the lack of back pocket detail won’t do anything for your flat bottom, although the front will work with your slim legs.

The Behind Camilla and Marc Rainbow Leopard New English Jeans

The Round Up Of The Camila and Marc Rainbow Leopard New English Jean

I do like a print it has to be said but i’m not sure if the rainbow leopard print maybe a tad too much. Needless to say if your loving this print you probably have a wardrobe of similar prints to keep it company. The fit is more of a classic skinny trouser than a jean which makes this style a true hybrid.

The price is high at £275 but if you love it go for it as you won’t see this print replicated.

Tried & Tested Score: 7

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