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Thursday, September 22, 2011
We’re excited to offer black denim as an option for custom jeans this fall. Our new Panther fabric is a cotton blend containing a little bit of polyester and spandex to ensure great shape retention and comfortable fit. So our next thought, of course, was what are some fresh ways to wear black jeans?
For a more formal look, take black jeans and pair with a demurely patterned neutral top and then, capitalizing on the contrast with the black denim, go for a bright pop of color in the form of a blazer. Black jeans are great because, like most black clothes, they streamline your silhouette, so pairing them with a black pump will make your legs look like they go on for miles. Add a brown tote to avoid being too matchy-matchy and some gold earrings, and you’re ready for anything.
Black jeans also look great for running errands. Pair your black jeans with a denim button up (denim on denim, another continuing trend) and playful charm necklace to lighten the mood. Top off with a bold colored bag and a neutral wedge heel for comfortable walking and off you go.
So these were our ideas about how to style our new black jeans. If you buy a pair of black jeans what are your styling thoughts?
posted by: Bonnie Coombs on September 22, 2011 at 8:24 am
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Fall is fast approaching so here at INDI we’ve started thinking about how our wardrobes will change. Taking a cue from last fall we wanted to continue wearing light wash, distressed jeans (check out a pair of custom jeans in our vintage with distressing finish?). Inject an element of fun into a pair of straight leg jeans by taking a cue from recent menswear trends, loosely roll the cuff of your jeans above a moccasin or oxford and show off your socks. Paired with a plaid button up or cute tank top and cardigan, this style plays on several recent trends, Americana and menswear, but is most of all it’s comfortable! Another look we’re loving for fall is the 70’s high wasted flare or wide lef jean. Go full on retro chic with a suede jacket and tucked in button up or head towards a softer, more hippie, styling with a loose boho top. Take a look below for some more denim ideas this fall:
Now that you have some ideas, why not try out a pair of custom jeans?
posted by: Bonnie Coombs on September 20, 2011 at 10:07 am
filed under:Trend Alert
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
There was a lot of denim on the runway this past week, here in no particular order, are some of our favorite denim trends:
From left to right - DKNY, Theysken’s Theory, Jenni Kayne
From left to right - Alice + Olivia, Steven Alan, United Bamboo
From left to right - Thakoon, Charlotte Ronson, Vivienne Tam
From left to right - Rebecca Minkoff, Theysken’s Theory, ADAM
And one more random trend we noticed?? Black and white stripe pants popping up all over the place…
From left to right - Tommy Hilfiger, 10 Crosby Derek Lam, Charlotte Ronson
So are any of these trends ones you’ll try?
posted by: Bonnie Coombs on September 15, 2011 at 8:40 am
filed under:Trend Alert
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Katie Holmes has certainly come a long way—in her career, personal life and most importantly, style. From her days as the innocent and lovable Joey Potter in Dawson’s Creek (yes admit it, we know you’ve all seen the show) to the ever-poised, effortlessly stylish, Mrs. Cruise, Katie’s been a regular fixture on our screens for years. And the same goes when she’s out and about wearing denim. We’ve seen this girl rock all of the different denim style—bootcuts, flare jeans, skinnys, probably even jeans from Tom’s closet—you name it, she’s been photographed wearing it. She’s even been dubbed by fashionistas as the one who started the boyfriend jean trend.
To sum it up, we at INDI are taking a look at how Katie’s denim style evolved, piece by piece and year by year. In mid-1990’s Katie played it safe—wearing your classic dark jeans with plain t-shirts but by the turn of the millenium, she started experimenting more by dressing her daily denim up with various pieces like pointed shoes and laced up long sleeves. In 2003, Katie debuted an edgy denim look in the movie Pieces of April .
I guess its safe to say by 2008, Katie’s signature style becomes permanent (and popular). At one point, she’s been spotted wearing different versions of the boyfriend jeans—for three days in a row. She was also seen rocking some wide leg jeans —which is also a trend that’s made a huge comeback in the fall. Fast forward to today, this lady has come full circle by recently stepping out with skinny jeans (we think its her best look yet). We cant wait to see what denim style she’ll bring back next!
posted by: Eunice Tanos on September 13, 2011 at 10:33 am
filed under:Denim 101
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Today’s customer spotlight is Erin Carson, a self-described “east coast transplant” who is currently finishing her PhD in computer science at UC Berkeley and is passionate about promoting women in science and engineering. INDI jeans have allowed her to save time by skipping the dressing room, and getting jeans that fit and don’t stretch out over the course of the day. Erin defines INDIviduality as “Creating my own style and wearing it with confidence - whether it’s customized jeans, recycled vintage tops, or jewelry I made myself to accent certain pieces.”
Here Erin is wearing her INDI rinse skinny jeans . Want to steal her laidback style? Just add a brightly colored top to give a punch of color. But, Erin’s real secret to having great style? “Don’t be afraid to stand out from the crowd.”
posted by: Bonnie Coombs on September 7, 2011 at 11:03 am
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
The fall season is fast approaching. Sooner or later, you’ll have to take those jackets and sweaters out again. If you’re having a hard time figuring out what to pair your jeans with, well you could always find some inspiration straight out of the runway. While you probably don’t have the budget to buy the exact clothes featured, you could still copy the look for a lot less. We think that the best place to start when it comes to recreating a runway look is to find one that you would wear in real life (think functional pieces rather than flashy ones).
For example, for men, we picked this basic, understated look thats paired with dark jeans from the Trussardi Spring 2011 Menswear Collection. Guys, we are sure that you have a handful of plain white shirts on hand so why not dress one up a little bit with a structured jacket and subtle colored sneakers.
Also for the ladies, don’t put those light-washed jeans away just yet, pair them with a bold print top like checkers or plaid to give your outfit a nod to the Americana trend that is continuing for fall. For instance, we picked this look from the Chanel Resort 2011 Collection featuring light jeans with a subtle yet adorable black and white checkered top along with some great gold cuffs and a classic tan belt.
So remember, if you’re running out of places to find inspiration, look to the runway and translate them into your daily life.
posted by: Eunice Tanos on September 1, 2011 at 9:41 am
filed under:Denim inspiration
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011
So you’re ready to invest in custom jeans made exactly to your measurements. Good choice! Don’t worry you’ll get plenty of mileage out of them - contrary to what you may think, jeans aren’t just for the weekend. There are plenty of ways to wear your jeans while still looking polished, professional, and age-appropriate.
For women in their 30’s, fit is the most important starting point. If you’re worried about camouflaging wide hips or thighs, go for wide leg jeans that will create a clean line going down from the widest point of your thigh and balance out your proportions. Self-conscious about your tummy? A simple fix is a mid-rise jean, which will give you plenty of coverage and comfort.
But we realize jeans that fit are just the beginning of your whole outfit. The secret to getting a polished look is in the details. Accessories are key! Choose a luxe bag, a printed scarf, or a structured blazer to take your jeans out of weekend mode and make them work for the office or a weeknight dinner date. Add a nice sandal or heel to finish off the look. Here are some of our styling suggestions that we put together using our trouser and bootcut jean:
For Work:
For Play
We want to hear your thoughts! So would you consider wearing denim to work or for a less casual weekend occasion?
posted by: Becca Freeman on August 30, 2011 at 10:10 am
filed under:Denim 101
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trouser jeans
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
The end of summer is here; whether you’re headed back to school or not, there’s something about fall that feels like a new beginning. This feeling of new starts inspired INDI’s recent photo shoot with Berkeley style blogger and psychology major Kathleen Murillo from Inspirafashion. Along with our favorite photographer Lydia Hudgens and a pair of INDI dark indigo bootcut jeans, we went back to school with Kathleen.
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
Jeans are the most versatile piece in your closet and can easily be incorporated into anyone’s style. For Kathleen, inspiration is found many places, including vintage and DIY. As you can tell from the photos, we had a lot of fun exploring campus with Kathleen and Lydia. So, what do you want to pair with your jeans this fall?
posted by: Bonnie Coombs on August 25, 2011 at 9:14 am
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