Citizens of Humanity jeans (top) | J Brand jeans
I want to talk about pant hems. Or more specifically, pant hem lengths. They are so commonly overlooked… and make such a BIG difference (seriously). It’s one of the best styling tips I know.
I recently had a reader ask about a favourite pair of J Brand jeans on Instagram. These are the jeans that I get the most compliments on and I honestly think it’s because of the length. The hem should hit at the slimmest part of your leg, about 1-1.5″ above your ankle. Sometimes I hem mine a bit longer and them roll them up for a bit of leeway with the length.
I use this tailoring trick with both pants and skirts (both below the knee and mini; use the same “slimmest part” concept). I hope this tip is as helpful for you as it has been for me!
Happy Monday!
Love this look and the commentary.
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Emily / Stilettobeats
I completely agree. It makes such a huge difference and looks especially fabulous with booties. Being 5’2 I always have this hem length problem!
Thanks for this tip! You look gorgeous btw!
http://www.blondeincashmere.com
Spot on! It truly makes all the difference in the world <3
xo Amy
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ps – I absolutely love your quote “kindness is always fashionable” at the top of your blog. It has to be one of my favourites 🙂 xo
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Thank you Amy! I love the quote too 🙂
I cuffed my skinny jeans for the first time, it was like looking at the world with a whole new set of eyes.
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Maggie A
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Hah I’m so glad! It makes a big difference!