Hi Everyone. Jennifer and I touched on this topic a couple of years ago, so it is time to update and rewrite this post. My jeans are a wardrobe staple, particularly this time of year. You can dress them up with blazers and wraps, or down with a a sweater and sneakers. Currently practically anything goes with jeans styles. There are so many shapes, rises, and washes available it can be overwhelming. When choosing jeans make sure you purchase the right fit, fabric, wash and proportions to suit your body type. Let’s talk about how to rock your jeans with confidence after 50.
I am glad that jeans have gotten a little looser. I think it is flattering to more figures. For women over 50, a high-rise jeans can be more flattering. This style of jeans helps to elongate the leg and create a long and lean look. Cropped lengths suit those that are five foot three and under (no tailoring).
In this photo I am styling my KUT straight-leg jeans with a beautiful Lysee fringed blanket coat, BR scarf belted with my Native American concho belt (you can find similar on eBay here), and my comfy Gentle Souls boots. The Lysse blanket coat is soft and cozy. I had a similar version last year in black and brown, but this all black version is really versitile. I love the simple fringe detail down the front.
Here I am wearing the same jacket with the BR turtleneck, my inherited Don Lucas necklace, Kut jeans and Gentle Souls ankle boots.
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I assume that most of you who’ve been living in skinny jeans have tossed them by now. Many jeans have sculpting properties built into the design to help contour our particular silhouette. You can choose from high-rise, low-rise, wide-leg, boot cut jeans, boyfriend jeans and more. They can be found in short, medium and long lengths, cropped ( the ankle pant should be at a length to highlight the slimmest part of your ankle) or puddled (not recommended for our age due to the tripping factor).
Wardrobe Oxygen has a great article on the correct hem length for all styles of pants here.
I am wearing Kut from the Kloth’s wide leg jeans in this photo with two indespensible Eileen Fisher separates, her merino tee and wrap with my monogrammed velvet birdies (another classic). I am on a hunt for a longer pair (that doesn’t puddle) for winter.
Here I am wearing the indespensible Eileen Fisher Merino tee with the same KUT jeans and Birdies.
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J Jill recently brought back this favorite boyfriend jean of mine. Here I am wearing it with a BR utility vest no longer available similar linked below, a white shirt and gigi pip hat.
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If you want a jean that looks a little more polished like a pant but is very flattering you might like the Lysee Payton Wide Leg Crop. It has a pull on waist, and is soft and comfortable.
I paired it here with the Lysse Camper shirt (slimming and no iron-great for travel), a gigi pip hat and camo birdies.
I paired the same Lysse jeans with the great BR lightweight t neck, vivaia shoes and the wonderful Quince cashmere sweater.
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I love this cozy Rag and Bone Wrap, worn with the Lysse jeans, and camo birdies, and Lysse camp shirt.
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Don’t be afraid to “wear what you have”. I am wearing my beautiful Quince cashmere throw as a wrap. Tie it around your neck and tuck it in for fun. Styling it with Kut jeans, a favorite pair of Artemis Design Co slippers and a Gigi Pip hat.
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Here I am wearing the same KUT jeans, a Ralph Lauren military jacket (no longer available but similar linked below), gigi pip hat and born loafers.
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Not all of the latest and greatest jeans are worth trying. When shopping for denim make sure you purchase a pair of jeans that is the most flattering for your body shape. Current styles that are more flattering for those of us over 50 are the boyfriend, wide leg, and flare jean. A darker wash can create a dressier look as well as a slimming effect. If you are going to buy a trendier look, go for a more inexpensive option. Don’t be afraid to spend money on a nice pair of jeans if you wear them often. Avoid overly long jeans that puddle, and “mom” styles that puff at the hips and waist, or barrel jeans that curve out at the sides.
Further reading:
Find the Perfect Jeans for Every Body Type
AARP Best Jeans for Women 50+ Women
I hope you enjoyed How to Rock Your Jeans with Confidence after 50. Do you have a brand or pair of jeand you love? I am on the hunt for a longer wide leg pair.
