Fashion Today - How to wear skinny jeans

Once considered a trend, skinny jeans have now transitioned into a classic style and wardrobe staple. A quick, go-to item for off-duty days, they can easily be thrown on without a second thought. 

Although that simplicity makes them an essential item for every woman’s closet, it also makes them vulnerable to getting caught in a style rut. If you’re guilty of consistently pairing your skinny jeans with the same T-shirt, it may be time for some styling inspiration. You’ll be amazed at just how chic and current your skinnies can look when worn in a new way.

How to Choose Skinny Jeans for Your Body Type

Skinny jeans can suit every woman as long as she picks the right pair for her body type. Whether you’re shaped like an hourglass, pear, apple or banana, there’s a pair of these body-hugging, narrow-legged jeans out there for you. All you need to do is find out how to choose the most flattering type for you.

Hourglass

Women who are shaped like an hourglass feature a similar width at the bust, shoulders, and hips with a defined waist. To ensure you only buy the most flattering skinny jeans for your body type, look for pairs where the waistband sits comfortably. It should fit snugly without gaping or feeling uncomfortable when you move or sit. Also, opt for styles that give enough stretch to fit perfectly around your curves and ensure they’re good quality and won’t sag or loosen.

Banana

Banana body shapes feature a straight torso with the hips, waist, and shoulders all roughly the same size. While this body type has fewer curves than the other silhouettes, skinny jeans can be used to help create shape. Try experimenting with different brands and fits until you find your most flattering style. Details, such as back pockets with embellishments or stitched designs, can also help to create the illusion of more curves.

Apple

Women with apple body shapes tend to be wide at the hips, waistline, and bust, and have a rounded stomach. Although they have round torsos, their legs can be any size, making it often challenging to find skinny jeans that fit. To narrow down your search for the most flattering skinnies, opt for high-waisted styles that sit neatly in line with your belly button. This shape will help to smooth out your silhouette and create waist definition. Also, keep an eye out for dark washes as they tend to be the most flattering to your body type.

Pear

Pear silhouettes are smaller on top and larger down the bottom. Women of this shape often have narrow shoulders and bust with wide hips and thighs. The challenge of choosing skinny jeans for this body type is finding a pair that accommodates your legs and hips while being the right length. Often pear shapes fall into the trap of buying a larger size to fit their thighs but end up with jeans that are too long and bunch at the ankle. To combat this issue, look out for brands that offer different length options, such as short, regular or long.