At INDi we think a lot about the different body types and what jeans are the most flattering for each. Based on our insights we’ve come up with 8 body types for women – Slender, Athletic, Curvy, Plus, Straight, Mature, Petite, and Tall. Here are our suggestions for the perfect jean for each body as well as tips on finding the most flattering pair. Remember, jeans are for everyone, it’s just a matter of knowing what works for you. Read on below:

		SLENDER body types should opt for a pair of jeans with whiskering. The distressed marks will accentuate your hips and create a more curvy/hourglass effect. Shop this look
		Select a pair that hugs your legs through the thighs then flares out to balance your strong legs if you have an ATHLETIC body type. Shop this look
		If you are CURVY, choose a pair that balances out your curves, a boot cut or straight leg in a rinse wash will enhance your natural shape. Shop this look
		Pick a pair of dark wash jeans that fit your curves through the hips then loosen out into a wide or flare leg for a clean silhouette if you have a PLUS figure. Shop this look
		If your overall body shape is STRAIGHT, opt for a pair of jeans with a tapered or skinny leg to create the appearance of curves. Sanding or whiskering on the hips can also add to the curvy illusion. Shop this look
		A MATURE body type should choose a straight leg jean in a rinse wash to flatter hourglass shapes. The darker the wash the more sophisticated the jean. Shop this look
		Pick a trouser jean or some other looser wide leg pair with a slightly longer inseam to make legs seems longer if you are PETITE. Pair with heels to create the illusion of height. Shop this look
		If you are TALL select a pair of jeans that sit slightly lower on the waist to keep your torso balanced with your legs. A pair that fits snugly through the hips and thighs will highlight your long legs. Shop this look

posted by: Bonnie Coombs on February 21, 2012 at 1:42 pm
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Justin Timberlake is well-known today as one of the designers behind the denim-heavy label William Rast. But a decade ago JT was the lead singer of *NSYNC, and as one of the most popular boy bands of the late 1990’s they were front and center in the denim fashions of the era. Whether wearing a pair with a bleached racing stripe for a promotional shot, or the infamous denim-on-denim fiasco with then girlfriend Britney Spears, Timberlake gravitated toward baggier style jeans. At the end of his time in *NSYNC Justin was already beginning to wear a more fitted silhouette, headed toward the fashion forward style he is known for today. Justin Timberlake has been a denim icon since he first became famous, though thankfully he’s ditched the bleached jeans!

posted by: Bonnie Coombs on February 7, 2012 at 10:41 am
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