Denim: The Styles Essential to Your Wardrobe

THE BOYFRIEND JEAN

You may be hesitant to give in to the latest trend of boyfriend jeans. But with the right ensemble, these otherwise masculine, boxy jeans can give you an effortlessly chic and flattering look. Purchase these wide-legged pants cuffed and slightly distressed for the perfect look. Wear them with a classic pair of heels and a neutral sweater or blazer for a unique business casual look.

THE SKINNY JEAN

Love them or hate them, the skinny jean is here to stay. In a dark wash, the skinny jean can be the perfect item to pair with a leather jacket or blazer for a professional look. For a more business causal dress code, try a tunic or over-sized sweater accompanied by a pair of heeled booties. Or, dress the jean down with a simple tee and a pair of flats or ankle boots.

THE STRAIGHT LEG JEAN

Keep your closet stocked with the jean that will never go out of style. This timeless pair of jeans is best worn with a pair of flats or ankle boots. Complete the look with an elegant blouse, sweater, or blazer for a simple and sophisticated look.

THE FLARE JEAN

With everyone seemingly obsessed with the skinny jean look, your flare jeans may have ended up buried in the back of your closet. Pull them out! If styled correctly, they’ll give your ensemble a chic edge. For a professional and tasteful look, wear dark wash jeans with a sweater underneath a long pea coat or a simple staple top. Heels are a necessity.

THE DENIM BUTTON DOWN

Dress it up or dress it down; the denim button down is easily one of the most versatile pieces you can own.

Redefining the Pantsuit

There is often a certain negative connotation associated with the pantsuit. The mere utterance of the phrase sends men cringing. So what is it about the pantsuit that is so unappealing to men? Should we apologize for not finding comfort in a closet full of suffocating, yet apparently attractive, skirts and dresses? For wanting to, occasionally, experience the ease and flexible movement with which men’s clothing offers? For feeling an ounce of power in defying conformity and being taken seriously like any woman in a position of authority? Hilary Clinton is rarely seen without a pantsuit, and she is certainly not apologizing to anyone. But suppose you do not aspire to lead a lifestyle commensurate to Hilary’s. Suppose you dream of creating your own legend as inspiring working woman with both respectable status and covetable feminine allure? Suppose I know just how you can make that dream a reality… Step 1: Put your slacks to the side for the first time in your life. You are about to make a power statement in a pantsuit.