Brace yourself, people. Apparently, so called “PajamaJeans” are the new rage. They are jeans for every woman who is “looking to indulge her inner couch potato.” So, what do we think of this trend?
First, don’t be fooled. These pants are not denim. They’re actually made completely of cotton and spandex, but designed to look like jeans and of course, feel like sweat pants. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but we thought we’d help set the record straight. If you remember the phenomenon that was “Jeggings” the makers of the PajamaJean are hoping to push a similar trend of comfort and pretend denim.
All I have to say about these is that if you feel like you need a pair of PJ Jeans to be comfortable, then your real jeans don’t fit you as they should. If you equate denim with discomfort, then this is a problemo. But it’s not your fault, really. Every person is shaped so differently that there’s no possible way that retailers can make jeans that fit everyone perfectly.
The good news: indiDenim is committed to making jeans that fit everyone perfectly. So rest assured, uncomfy denim wearers, we can make you custom jeans that fit and are comfortable too. And the best part is, you’ll be wearing high-quality, real denim.
picture courtesy of NYDailyNews.com
posted by: deborah on February 15, 2010 at 7:19 pm
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In the past 5 days, the North East has been hit with over 3 feet of snow. By what we’ve heard from our friends in New York City and DC, the storm has affectionately been named the “Snowpocolypse” or better yet - “Snowmagedeon.”
If you’re one of the 50 million people who’ve been inconvenienced by the less than pleasant weather over the past week, summoning the courage to brave the elements can be a challenge. And when forced to actually go outside, we know that you will always be faced with a single burning question: “What should I wear?”
We admit - sometimes it can be difficult to mix snow storms and fashion, but at indiDenim we have faith that you can still find a way to look cute while trudging through the snow. So let’s start with the winter basics: Snow boots. Although snow boots may not always be synonymous with style or elegance, when it comes to the winter, they are a must.
Conveniently though, what piece of clothing can help make your highly practical and not so sexy winter boots look more presentable and chic? You guessed it. Jeans of course.
When mixing snow boots and denim, there are really only a few things we recommend. First, pick a skinny jean. These are typically easier to stuff into your snow boots. Try and avoid jeans with a flare because they will bunch up above your boot and be uncomfortable. Second, to survive the cold on your trip outside to buy milk and eggs, wear a tight pair of leggings underneath your jeans. With both tucked securely into your boots, you’ll be armed and ready for the weather.
Good luck to all surviving the snow! With jeans by your side and stuffed into your boots, we know you can get through this one.
P.S. How many days until spring break?
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posted by: deborah on February 10, 2010 at 2:09 pm
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Alright guys, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we know you may be scrambling for last minute gifts for your lucky lady. Trust us, we know that sometimes it can be hard to get creative, especially if you and your significant other have been together for many February 14ths.
So this year, indiDenim wants to help you out. The first thing you need to know: Women love jeans. If a woman slips into a great pair of jeans that fit, she’ll look good and more importantly, feel good too. So my challenge to you gentleman: For this Valentine’s Day, we want you to customize your girl a pair of jeans she’ll love. To do this right, you may have to actually measure her. This will clearly evoke some questions on her part such as, “What the heck are you doing?” But just tell her you have something special planned - she’ll love the idea that you’re thinking outside the box.
When you go through the customizing process on her behalf, be sure to use her closet for some style inspiration. Is she a dark denim boot cut type of girl? Does she like the skinny jean or a flare? Just peek through her current jean selection and you’ll get a good idea of what she likes.
After you’ve ordered, print out a picture of the great jeans you just customized and stick it in a card. Let your lady know that a pair of customized jeans just for her body are on their way (make that beautiful body, for extra points). Accessorize your card and this note with a bouquet of roses and you, sir, are set for a fabulous Valentine’s Day.
Please note: These may be appropriately festive but try not to go this nuts for the big day…
posted by: deborah on February 9, 2010 at 2:09 pm
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Denim lovers, meet Niki. Niki’s from Davis, California and recently became indiDenim’s newest customer. Being a stylish jeans and t-shirt type of girl, Niki appreciates a good pair of jeans that fit. In fact, her favorite is a pair of dark, low rise, bootcut jeans that after all these years are finally looking a bit worn.
To replace her beloved jeans, Niki came to indiDenim to customize a new pair she could call her favorite.
Being a first time online denim customizer, Niki was a bit hesitant to buy a pair of jeans that she hadn’t tried on. With bad experiences shopping for jeans online in the past, Niki found that when they came in the mail, the jeans never fit her body correctly.
With these denim hardships haunting her past, Niki discovered how indiDenim stood out from other online shopping sites:
“The idea of providing my size measurements and letting me design a pair of jeans was appealing - much better than selecting a general size category (0, 2, 4, etc.) and hoping I fit someone else’s idea of that size.”
Niki couldn’t be happier with her new pair of indiDenim custom jeans. After going through our online process, she designed a great pair of dark, slim fit bootcut jeans with a super low rise - and she looks terrific in them. Check out the before and after!
BeforeAfter
When asked if she has any advice for other first time denim designers, Niki says, “Go for it!” After all, thanks to our perfect fit promise, there’s really nothing to lose. No matter what, you will end up getting jeans that fit your body and your style exactly the way you want.
And the best part is that once you find your perfect pair of jeans from indiDenim, we automatically save all of your measurements in our system. What does that mean? It means you can keep designing jeans anyway you like with confidence, knowing that the jeans we send you will fit you every time.
I hope that Niki’s story inspires newcomers to indiDenim to give us a try. And to our loyal customers, I know all this is old news but hopefully it reinforces your confidence in indiDenim and puts a smile on your face.
Don’t get us wrong. At indiDenim, we love our top pop 40. Lady Gaga, Kelly Clarkson, the Black Eyed Peas…you name it and we’ve got it streaming on our iTunes playlist.
Our love for music seems to fit harmoniously with our love for denim. Whether you may realize it or not, good music and a good fitting pair of jeans have a lot in common—both lift your spirits and are always there for you in times of need…always.
Although our love for pop will always be strong, we’ve recently expanded our horizons to other musical genres, including classical. That’s right, classical.
Not only can the soft songs of a string quartet sooth your soul almost as much as Taylor Swift when she strums her guitar, but now it’s officially cool to enjoy the classical arts in your jeans.
Just recently, the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra in Florida performed an ode to Ludwig himself by switchin’ up the dress code by wearing blue jeans and t-shirts on stage. Why do this? Jeans just make you feel comfortable for course—whether you’re wearing them or someone else is…
In this case, just by putting on our favorite denim, the Pensacola Symphony created a relaxed and comfortable environment that made everyone in the audience feel right at home. Why that sounds just wonderful now, doesn’t it?
So as the week comes to a close, take some time to sit back and relax. Make yourself a big pot of herbal green tea, slip into your pair of custom-made denim, and put on your favorite classical jam. Beyonce can wait till tomorrow, we promise.
Ok guys let’s chat. I’m talkin’ jeans, i’m talkin’ shoes…and I’m talkin’ to you.
When pairing your footwear with your denim, there’s often a misconception that anything goes. While jeans are versatile and do work well with most shoes, throwing any old pair of kicks on can potentially result in a fashion disaster. And of course you don’t want that.
So what are the rules to follow to help you match your jeans with your shoes? Let’s go through it one *step* at a time (sorry, I had to).
1. Color works. Because jeans often have a casual aura about them, wearing color on your feet (ie: sneakers) is a great way to spruce up a look and give your outfit some flava without looking like you tried too hard.
2. Always consider the color of your denim. The darker the jeans are, the dressier the shoe should be. If your jeans have more of a casual vibe, try to avoid shiny shoes because they may contrast awkwardly with the laid back look of your jeans. (And let’s leave our awkward stage in middle school, shall we?).
3. Along the same lines, pay attention to the weight of your jeans. The “heaviness” of the denim should correspond with your shoes. To give you an idea of what I’m talking about, a dark, heavy pair of jeans will look weird with a pair of sandals. Trust me.
4. Think about your whole outfit. We understand that sometimes you may not consider the entire picture while getting dressed, but its important to do so so you don’t look totally goofy. For example, sporting a loafer down below? Pair with a polo shirt up top. Rockin’ a t-shirt for the afternoon? Pair with sneaks. You get the picture…
As always, jeans are not meant to restrict your choice of shoe, they’re meant to guide you. It’s just important to remember that there are some combinations that just don’t work… and if you’ve ever been guilty of that, I’m sure you were made well aware by your girlfriend and your mom.
We have faith in you guys! Now go get dressed and make us proud.
posted by: deborah on February 4, 2010 at 5:59 pm
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We all remember when Britney and Justin wore matching denim on denim ensembles back in the 90s, but this trend is still making its way through department stores and is no where near heading out the door. Even this February, Jessica Biel makes an appearance on the cover of Vogue wearing a denim jacket over a denim vest. The Wall Street Journal thinks that the return of denim on denim could be a product of our not so hot economy: “Part of the renewed interest in denim may have to do with the economy: hard-times chic in hard times.”
Whether it’s “hard-times chic” or a “canadian tuxedo”, whatever you call it, we want to know once and for all: Does denim on denim work? Take our poll below and let us know what you think!
There’s arguably nothing more fashionable right now than going green. Hollywood is doing it, Washington D.C. is doing it, even that guy down the street is doing it. It’s really the cool thing to do and good for the environment (love when that happens).
Not surprisingly, denim is jumping on the “Go Green” bandwagon. With the Sony Recycle Project Jeans initiative, Sony is taking a colorful spin on going green. Taking recently discarded cloth banners that were hanging off the sides of corporate offices, Sony is turning these banners into jeans like you’ve never seen before. Almost like a prank after this transformation, Sony prominently displays the apparel in their original location along the sides of the building where the banners were found.
And no, these jeans are not just art for art’s sake. Look through a pair of binoculars and if you like what you see, terrific. A friendly sales associate will swing down the side of the building to retrieve that special pair for you.
Just another day…
posted by: deborah on February 1, 2010 at 4:05 pm
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