Denimology

How Celebs Wear Ripped Skinnies

Who What Wear recently did a piece on how to wear ripped skinnies that we had to share with you, since all our favorite celebs are constantly being spotted in them! We're sure many of you have wondered, can I really wear this trend? Here's WWW's take on the matter:

"While each of our subjects wear their denim in a slightly different way, there are a few general style guidelines. Whether they opt for black denim or an indigo wash, our fashion plates make sure to pair their shredded jeans with equally edgy and low-key pieces: boyish blazers, leather biker jackets, or simple and slouchy tops. Additionally, they emphasize the devil-may-care attitude of these jeans by matching them with feisty footwear, such as a hefty pair of bondage heels or aggressive ankle boots. In short, if you want to create your own version of the look, just search for pieces that are edgy, androgynous, and tough enough to stand up to these rebelliously ripped jeans!"

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Denimology on Twitter

Okay everyone, if you are new to Twitter lingo - today is Follow Friday - which is when you tell all your friends who you follow on Twitter. And, well, we think you should follow Denimology! Our goal is to hit 1,000 followers by the end of September, so help us out! And yeah, we are on Facebook too! Become a fan!

CoutureCandy's Denim Fit Guide

CoutureCandy has sought out and organized all the very best brands and styles to suit every body type, including yours! Denim designers create styles with specific shapes in mind and the key to finding a perfect fit is understanding which styles are made just for you! Browse CoutureCandy's new helpful denim fit guide based on your shape for style suggestions that will flatter every curve. Here are a few of their tips:

Whether you are a Booty Beauty, a Flat Bummed girl, a Tall Model or a Pretty Pear we are sure to have the perfect pair of jeans for you sweetheart. Oh, and you Petite & Chic ladies, we haven't forgot about you either - we have you covered.

Booty Beauty Tips:
*Look for a stretch denim with a fitted waist.
* Stick to darker washes that have an all-over slimming effect.
* Many denim manufacturers make a specific style to flatter a shapely butt with a narrower waist. Find out which cut is right for you in the brand you desire.

Flat Bum Tips:
* Try a tapered leg or skinny jean to make your bum more noticeable. Siwy is a hot denim line to try.
* Even a small kitten heel will add curves to your profile, a tall heel will work wonders.
* Flap pockets will add dimension, try True Religion, Frankie B. or Hudson flap pocket styles.

Click here to see their entire Denim Fit Guide and find the perfect pair of jeans for your body type! And by the way, if you are a first time customer of CoutureCandy, use coupon code FIRSTTIME at checkout and get 15% off!

Fit Fundamentals: Find Your Designer Denim Size

Nordstrom has added some new interactive tools on their website to allow users to find out their denim size in designer jeans. Check out this video on how to properly measure yourself so you buy the correct fit.

Nordstrom's Denim Mood Quiz

Nordstrom has really kicked up their denim section online with fun quizes, videos on how to check your measurements and more. Check out this fun new denim quiz and find out what your "Denim Mood" is, and what jeans you should be wearing! Mine said I should be wearing Hudson flap pocket jeans - which funny enough are hanging in my closet as we speak! What did yours say? Post your results in the comments!

J Brand Gallery Launch

J Brand founders Susie Crippen and Jeff Rudes went back to where it all started by opening the J Brand Gallery last night at Ron Herman in Los Angeles. I was fortunate enough to attend the event. The brand launched at Fred Segal exclusively five years ago and today J Brand is one of the top selling lines of denim. The Gallery has the first pair of J Brand jeans as well as design items from a ballerina that inspired the now famous clean J Brand silhouette, to a bag that was given to Susie and she loved the fabric so much it inspired her to make a unique pocket lining for her jeans.

Celebrities in attendance included Cristina Ricci in J Brand "910" in Oil Slick, Jaime Ray Newman, who is on the upcoming Eastwick tv show (can't wait) in J Brand "Babe" in Hightide, Sarah Jane Morris of Brothers and Sisters in J Brand "Love Story" in Ink, Nelsan Ellis who is my favorite character on True Blood, Lafayette and Jason Gray Stanford of Monk in J Brand Denim Co. "Kane" in Colt

I had an opportunity to speak with Susie about the upcoming trends on the horizon, "Denim Leggings will be a continued trend and people are really getting into washes in a much more sophisticated way".

It is always worth the trip to Fred Segal and it's great to see the full line which has expanded to include the classic J Brand, J Brand Boutique, J Brand Denim Co. Men's Collection and the brand new collaboration with Hussein Chalayan which is perfection. (See Susie and Hussein sit down and chat here). The tie-dyed OZ jean in Kurabo denim is artwork and has made it to the top of my wish list. Susie and Jeff couldn't be nicer and invited me to come down to their design studio to do a special behind-the-scenes piece on them and I can't wait!