Jeans (overalls) were invented in the 1870's for coal workers, laborers, construction workers and cowboys. Jeans purpose: durability/easy to clean. Eventually, Levi Strauss and Co jeans added metal rivets because they noticed lots of rips happening. In the 50's jeans became a symbol of progression and rebellion from conservatism. Blue jeans have grown to be one of the biggest fashion pieces in history. Blue jeans have transformed into many different mediums like jean shorts, overalls and denim skirts.
Skinny Jeans: Skinny jeans/pants came into fashion around the 50's. The ankle was the tightest part of the jean. This look slimmed the leg and took attention off the lower part of the body so the top or statement accessory could be a statement piece. Kate Moss/skateboarding/biking community are credited fpr bringing the skinny jean back into style in the early 2000's. Jeans were a symbol of masculinity and the 2000's trend of skinny jeans added a feminine look to the jean stereotype.
DrainPipe Jeans: These jeans are a lot like Skinny jeans but theyre not as tight in the thigh area. Drainpipes created a wonderful bad-boy look. These jeans were sported by famous rock n roll stars like the Beatles and Elvis. These jeans were worn by every 70's and 80's punk boy. These tight fit jeans were embellished with chains, zips and patches. The jeans were normally paired with boots or high top sneakers.
Boot Cut Jeans: The boot-cut style was created for sailors so they could work all day and not get their pants dirty. Boot cut jeans flare out only in the front. They start to taper at the knee and give room for a boot to fit underneath.Bell Bottoms: These jeans flare out the back and front of the ankle area. The flare begins from the calf down and the hem line is curvier. The bottoms flare up to 18 inches.
Flare Jeans: These jeans flare out starting from the knee, not the calf like a bell bottom. The bottom flare was up to 26 inches. 
Straight-leg Jeans: This look is popular because it portrays a linear and tall body.
Trouser Jeans: These jeans give a casual elegance. These jeans can be wide leg or narrow. Trouser jeans are worn at the waist/hip area. Trouser jeans can be help up with a belt or suspenders. These jeans often have pleats below the waist band as well as cuffs on the bottom hem.
Boyfriend Jeans: These jeans are often rolled at the ankle hem, casual, baggy, ripped and worn. These jeans can often be unflattering on certain body types. Lots of celebrities couture-it-up with heels. The best shirt for these jeans is a tucked in blouse. The ankle cuff is normally rolled up under mid calf level.
Colored Denim: Companies started experimenting with different washes and dyes of jeans; dark, medium, light, white, black...etc. White jeans are a timeless classic because they give a clean but still casual look.
High Wasted Jeans: These jeans are hard to pull off and can make your body look short, stout or overweight. In the late 1700's, this trouser look in a pant was created to take attention away from the waist. If your body type does not look fitted in this jean, it's going to pull all the attention to your lower tummy gut and over poof it...not good. These jeans look best on tall and slender bodies or thinner hour-glass figures because it will define the waist gently. These jeans are also referred to as mom jeans. Mom jeans have no form of stone washing. The light blue mom jean often has over-pleated fronts, elastic waistbands and an elongated diaper butt. 
Low Cut Jeans: These low riders or hipster jeans have been around since the 60's. Theyre normally associated with an urban funk style. They average 3-4 inches below the belly button. These jeans are best worn by a slender and thin waist. (Bigger ladies get a bad muffin top with these...) These hip-huggers have the purpose of showing off the torso and slim hip area.
Pajama Jeans/Jeggings: Blend of cotton, spandex and a bit of denim. This is a breathable denim that stretches easily. These jeans were created for comfort and a spanx-like affect. These jeans don't bind, stretch out, sag or tug.
Pajama Jeans/Jeggings: Blend of cotton, spandex and a bit of denim. This is a breathable denim that stretches easily. These jeans were created for comfort and a spanx-like affect. These jeans don't bind, stretch out, sag or tug.
What jeans are your favorite? Lots of jean styles are hard for certain body types to pull off...which jean fits your body?
Jean Tips:
-If you're short, avoid large cuffs, they shorten your leg-If you're overweight, go for a stretchy jean thats fitted. A boot cut or flare jean will flatter your body because it gives a long look.
-Study the back pockets and the placement as well as width of pocket, this will effect the lift and shape of your butt.
2 comments:
Im overweight and I rock my skinny jeans! NO THAN YOU TO boot cut or flare. The skinny jeans show off my curves.
Other than that, I liked this post lol
skinny jeans are fine for bigger girls too. it can sometimes create the upside-down triangle shape which some bigger women dont like
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