Skinny jeans….. really skinny jeans

I am taking a bit of a risk here …again.
As the fashion industry intertwines colours, shoes, clothes, etc., I found out that those nice boots, my Hairy Harry’s as I call them, look better with really skinny jeans. Trousers which are more straight get frumpy in them.

So I bought really skinny stretch jeans. Which, for a woman of 58, is rather risky, to use an understatement (I love the British for their understatements).

The plan was to only wear them with a really long top, rather like a dress. Which, in my opinion, looks fine, whatever age. But then I discovered my collar of beads (so trendy) which was good on a T-shirt and one thing led to another and I found myself with a lot of “jeans exposure”.
The funny thing is, those skinnies make my legs look less skinny than they are. How about that? LOL

Now, please tell me… have I taken it a step too far? Should I stick to longer tops?
I am giving you multiple choice answers:

  1. Don’t you ever do this again. It looks ridiculous.
  2. OK, you can wear the jeans, but only with longer tops.
  3. OK, you can wear the jeans in this outfit, but please keep the jacket on.
  4. You look sort of all right.
  5. You look wonderful.

Below: don’t know whether you can see it, but I fastened the collar with a black brooch.

I am very curious to see which multiple choice answer you will choose.
Greetje

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80 responses to “Skinny jeans….. really skinny jeans”

  1. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    I say number 5! I agree that a tucked in top or very short top would not look right. Marie S

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      This is a bit of a surprise to me. I expected some criticism. Hope you all stay honest with me.

      Reply
  2. Sacramento Amate Avatar
    Sacramento Amate

    You do look good in jeans, but I like it when you dare and wear skirt and dresses.Have a lovely day,Greetje XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Thanks Sacramento. I wear it all as I like skirts, dresses, tops, trousers and jeans. What my mood prescribes.

      Reply
  3. Katrien Avatar
    Katrien

    And once more nr 5: looking good! Now why would you, ok not a spring chicken anymore but with a body many spring chickens would be envious of, not be allowed to wear skinny jeans. I agree with the boots looking better with skinny jeans than with straight pants. The shirt is my least favorite of this combination, the length is god but the color doesn’t make you shine and the material doesn’t work for me. Lots of combinations with any of your beatiful jackets (purple, lime green, orange, …) possible as well as with your sweaters.

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Thank you Katrien. And you are right about the shirt. I was too hasty with this combination. I will do better. Promise.

      Reply
  4. No fear of fashion Avatar
    No fear of fashion

    Spot on Marianne. I can do better with all separate things. You will see the jeans again.

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  5. No fear of fashion Avatar
    No fear of fashion

    Thanks Kate for stopping by and leaving a comment. I recognize what you are saying and agree. They did not have them any darker and sometimes I want denim in a denim colour, depending on my mood. This combinations is not the best I can do with the jeans. I had little time. And I think the colours of the combination wash me out a bit as well. You will see the jeans again with other combinations like dressier ankle boots and knee highs boots.

    Reply
  6. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    5 – I think you look great. Skinny jeans make you look curvier, which is great if you are slim, whatever age you are. Maybe not as great for those of us who are curvier.

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Would you be so kind to leave a name next time? Can be a fake name, but I like to recognize you.And yes, you are right, the skinny jeans make me curvier, which is the last thing I expected, haha.

      Reply
    2. Anonymous Avatar
      Anonymous

      My name is Andrea. The question is whether you *want* to look curvier. I generally don’t.

      Reply
    3. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I look tall and skinny (but I am not) so I don’t mind looking curvier.

      Reply
  7. Marianne van den Berg Avatar
    Marianne van den Berg

    I think I am bad in multiple choice answers. So I make my comment nr. 6. I think you can easely wear skinny jeans, and your legs don’t look fatter. the length of the top is the right one I wouldn’t go any shorter. The colour of the top on the upper photo looks like kaki, but I think it is more green. But I must say it is not one of my favourite tops, you have nicer ones. The necklace is a little pale to me. Wearing it with a jacket is good too.

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  8. josep-maria badia Avatar
    josep-maria badia

    Whenever I tell you, but I repeat, the jeans you feel great. I really like these boots, they are very beautiful and unsophisticated, I like that. I favor option 5: you’re wonderful. You know I like you a man’s jacket. The neck shirt and tight jeans, feminize the outfit. I love this mix of styles, in a mature woman can be stylish and attractive with a simple look.

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Wow, I did not expect this praize as you are more of a classic man. So I am very pleased.

      Reply
  9. The Style Crone Avatar
    The Style Crone

    You look wonderful! I wear skinny jeans all the time and love them. And I appreciate how you fastened the collar with a brooch. Very creative!

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Sometimes it comes to me….

      Reply
  10. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    It is a challenge to have to answer after Josep-Maria – who could be more charming or give a better compliment than him?!You had me a little afraid before I saw the pictures – I was expecting a cropped shirt with your torso on display! LOL! The shirt you have on is long enough for skinny jeans – which I love for the very reason you stated – they look the best tucked into boots. I do not like the look of denim puddled around the top of a boot! I want the longest, sleekest line I can get. Now, because I know you value honesty, I will say that I am not fond of this shade of green on you. I think you need brighter colors. I wonder if your purple top from Friday would work? I love the collar necklace! Those are so “In”. And the jacket is lovely and flatters your figure. :)Thank you for the well wishes about the Ravens. It was not a pretty game but we won so I am thankful. Purple Rules!Also – I saw your question on 40+Style about viewing the latest runway shows. I think the best site is “Style.Com”. Click on Fashion Shows and then on Fall13 and soon after the first runway on Thursday morning (February 7th) you will be able to view a slide show of every look from each designer as they take place. I think they post the runways from Europe later in the month also. It is very fun!Suzanne

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Yep Josep-Maria is a charmer, but also honest. If he doesn’t like it, he will tell me so. In kind words.I will never show a cropped shirt with my torso on display haha. My touchstone is: “would I mind seeing this on the cover of a daily magazine”?And yes you are right, this green is not the best colour for me. I thought it was, but I need my yellow chain necklace to brighten it up. As I said in my first comment (top of the page) this was not a well-thought-through-combination. I can do better.The collar necklace I bought years ago and never wore (too preppy). Then I gave it to Anja to use the beads and forgot about it. This year those things were suddenly HOT and by accident I saw it hanging up at Anja’s. Borrowed it back haha. She is in Singapore now and won’t use it for 3 months.Thanks for your Style.com advice. I will have a look after February 7th.

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    2. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      No, no borrowing here. It was yours and is yours again;-)

      Reply
    3. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      No, no borrowing here. It was yours and is yours again;-)

      Reply
  11. Kate Moore Avatar
    Kate Moore

    Greetje – There is no question that you can wear skinny jeans and look good in them. And you can carry them off both shorter and longer tops – thought not short tops that only come to the waist. For age appropriateness (I share your age group), I’d probably stick to a very dark denim for these with a knee high or ankle dressier boot. Darker looks a little more sophisticated – my opinion of course. Love the pearl collar!

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  12. Heather Fonseca Avatar
    Heather Fonseca

    You look wonderful!

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I will take your word for it. LOL

      Reply
  13. Kimmie Avatar
    Kimmie

    I stumbled into your blog and have spent quite a while looking at your fashions- while you ooze charm, warmth, and a light-hearted young spirit. This outfit works…young, cute and sexy at the same time.(you look amazing!)
    I enjoy clothes and shopping- love that you have friends that shop with you. Trying not to be jealous. Praying for a *shopping* friend.
    I am the mother of 8 and in a season of children – thank you for my little escape out of my normal and into your world!

    Kimmie
    Mama to 8
    one homemade and 7 adopted

    Reply
    1. Greetje Avatar
      Greetje

      Kimmie, I feel humble after looking at your blog. You and your husband are truly making this world a better place. While I am just busy doing mindless things like shopping and showing my outfits. OK, I also work fulltime but still.
      My biggest goal in life is to make other people smile or laugh. If I have achieved that with you I am proud. At least I contributed something to the community.
      It must be really hard bringing up 8 childre. Obviously because of finances, but also because the little and big problems you encounter with children are times 8 in your house. Fortunately the joy will also be times 8. Thanksgiving and Christmas are expensive times, but the love you will feel being together must give so much energy. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

      Reply
    2. Greetje Avatar
      Greetje

      Kimmie, I feel humble after looking at your blog. You and your husband are truly making this world a better place. While I am just busy doing mindless things like shopping and showing my outfits. OK, I also work fulltime but still.
      My biggest goal in life is to make other people smile or laugh. If I have achieved that with you I am proud. At least I contributed something to the community.
      It must be really hard bringing up 8 childre. Obviously because of finances, but also because the little and big problems you encounter with children are times 8 in your house. Fortunately the joy will also be times 8. Thanksgiving and Christmas are expensive times, but the love you will feel being together must give so much energy. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

      Reply
  14. katty Avatar
    katty

    still some recovering to do, but I think I’ll be able to start work next month. Got no summer holidays, though! Bummer!

    Reply
  15. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
    Tanguera/Anja

    Jeanswise I choose 5: you look fab. The top is not a winner. Also not seperate from this combination: the color and shape do not flatter you. The boots are a bit too wide for these jeans. Your brown flowersneakers might work well. And ofcourse heels, flats and lots of boots. NOT white ones though…hahaha…becoming a running gag;-)

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    1. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      For my taste, all boots should always fit the leg, calf, ankle, etc. I find space between the boot and the leg etc ugly. And you go, girl, you keep wearing those white boots and I will keep teasing you with them;-)

      Reply
    2. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Not to me and please keep on teasing me.

      Reply
    3. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I bought these trousers BECAUSE the boots should be wide around the jeans. hahaha. Don’t know what to do with my white boots, but I am sure I will still be wearing them. LOL

      Reply
    4. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      We agree to disagree bout boots and yes, expect to be teased;-)

      Reply
  16. No fear of fashion Avatar
    No fear of fashion

    Ah… but you will get your health back. Once you lose that, you really know how important it is… Oh well OK.. because you haven’t had a summer holiday, you can buy something pretty for yourself hahaha…. You cannot bill me. Hope you understand that. I am just leading you astray. LOL

    Reply
  17. katty Avatar
    katty

    I would go for 5.1: you look wonderful (only I am not a fan of those boots, but tht’s a matter of personal taste). Anyway, skinny skinny jeans are a yes for you! Sorry I had abandoned you for a while. I was in hospital but I am back at home now and recovering.

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I was wondering where you were. Hope you will get well and back on your feet real soon.

      Reply
  18. Nanne Avatar
    Nanne

    I really like this outfit, except the collar/necklace, it doesn’t go with the otherwise casual vibe. A casual scarf of some kind would look a lot better IMO. But you look great in those jeans!

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I thought it would create a nice tension: feminine with casual, but the whole combination is not that good. I can do better. Also, the collar necklace needs a brighter colour for a sweater, as the white of it is no good for my complextion. And in winter… this is even worse of course.

      Reply
  19. RedTagChicLosAngeles Avatar
    RedTagChicLosAngeles

    5. You look WONDERFUL!!!Rebeccawww.redtagchiclosangeles.com

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Flatterer… haha

      Reply
    2. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Flatterer… haha

      Reply
  20. Kimmie Avatar
    Kimmie

    I stumbled into your blog and have spent quite a while looking at your fashions- while you ooze charm, warmth, and a light-hearted young spirit. This outfit works…young, cute and sexy at the same time.(you look amazing!)
    I enjoy clothes and shopping- love that you have friends that shop with you. Trying not to be jealous. Praying for a *shopping* friend.
    I am the mother of 8 and in a season of children – thank you for my little escape out of my normal and into your world!

    Kimmie
    Mama to 8
    one homemade and 7 adopted

    Reply
    1. Greetje Avatar
      Greetje

      Kimmie, I feel humble after looking at your blog. You and your husband are truly making this world a better place. While I am just busy doing mindless things like shopping and showing my outfits. OK, I also work fulltime but still.
      My biggest goal in life is to make other people smile or laugh. If I have achieved that with you I am proud. At least I contributed something to the community.
      It must be really hard bringing up 8 childre. Obviously because of finances, but also because the little and big problems you encounter with children are times 8 in your house. Fortunately the joy will also be times 8. Thanksgiving and Christmas are expensive times, but the love you will feel being together must give so much energy. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

      Reply
  21. RedTagChicLosAngeles Avatar
    RedTagChicLosAngeles

    5. You look WONDERFUL!!!Rebeccawww.redtagchiclosangeles.com

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Flatterer… haha

      Reply
  22. No fear of fashion Avatar
    No fear of fashion

    Ah… but you will get your health back. Once you lose that, you really know how important it is… Oh well OK.. because you haven’t had a summer holiday, you can buy something pretty for yourself hahaha…. You cannot bill me. Hope you understand that. I am just leading you astray. LOL

    Reply
  23. katty Avatar
    katty

    still some recovering to do, but I think I’ll be able to start work next month. Got no summer holidays, though! Bummer!

    Reply
  24. katty Avatar
    katty

    I would go for 5.1: you look wonderful (only I am not a fan of those boots, but tht’s a matter of personal taste). Anyway, skinny skinny jeans are a yes for you! Sorry I had abandoned you for a while. I was in hospital but I am back at home now and recovering.

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I was wondering where you were. Hope you will get well and back on your feet real soon.

      Reply
  25. Nanne Avatar
    Nanne

    I really like this outfit, except the collar/necklace, it doesn’t go with the otherwise casual vibe. A casual scarf of some kind would look a lot better IMO. But you look great in those jeans!

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I thought it would create a nice tension: feminine with casual, but the whole combination is not that good. I can do better. Also, the collar necklace needs a brighter colour for a sweater, as the white of it is no good for my complextion. And in winter… this is even worse of course.

      Reply
  26. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
    Tanguera/Anja

    Jeanswise I choose 5: you look fab. The top is not a winner. Also not seperate from this combination: the color and shape do not flatter you. The boots are a bit too wide for these jeans. Your brown flowersneakers might work well. And ofcourse heels, flats and lots of boots. NOT white ones though…hahaha…becoming a running gag;-)

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I bought these trousers BECAUSE the boots should be wide around the jeans. hahaha. Don’t know what to do with my white boots, but I am sure I will still be wearing them. LOL

      Reply
    2. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      For my taste, all boots should always fit the leg, calf, ankle, etc. I find space between the boot and the leg etc ugly. And you go, girl, you keep wearing those white boots and I will keep teasing you with them;-)

      Reply
    3. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Not to me and please keep on teasing me.

      Reply
    4. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      We agree to disagree bout boots and yes, expect to be teased;-)

      Reply
  27. Sacramento Amate Avatar
    Sacramento Amate

    You do look good in jeans, but I like it when you dare and wear skirt and dresses.Have a lovely day,Greetje XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Thanks Sacramento. I wear it all as I like skirts, dresses, tops, trousers and jeans. What my mood prescribes.

      Reply
  28. Katrien Avatar
    Katrien

    And once more nr 5: looking good! Now why would you, ok not a spring chicken anymore but with a body many spring chickens would be envious of, not be allowed to wear skinny jeans. I agree with the boots looking better with skinny jeans than with straight pants. The shirt is my least favorite of this combination, the length is god but the color doesn’t make you shine and the material doesn’t work for me. Lots of combinations with any of your beatiful jackets (purple, lime green, orange, …) possible as well as with your sweaters.

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Thank you Katrien. And you are right about the shirt. I was too hasty with this combination. I will do better. Promise.

      Reply
  29. The Style Crone Avatar
    The Style Crone

    You look wonderful! I wear skinny jeans all the time and love them. And I appreciate how you fastened the collar with a brooch. Very creative!

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Sometimes it comes to me….

      Reply
  30. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    It is a challenge to have to answer after Josep-Maria – who could be more charming or give a better compliment than him?!You had me a little afraid before I saw the pictures – I was expecting a cropped shirt with your torso on display! LOL! The shirt you have on is long enough for skinny jeans – which I love for the very reason you stated – they look the best tucked into boots. I do not like the look of denim puddled around the top of a boot! I want the longest, sleekest line I can get. Now, because I know you value honesty, I will say that I am not fond of this shade of green on you. I think you need brighter colors. I wonder if your purple top from Friday would work? I love the collar necklace! Those are so “In”. And the jacket is lovely and flatters your figure. :)Thank you for the well wishes about the Ravens. It was not a pretty game but we won so I am thankful. Purple Rules!Also – I saw your question on 40+Style about viewing the latest runway shows. I think the best site is “Style.Com”. Click on Fashion Shows and then on Fall13 and soon after the first runway on Thursday morning (February 7th) you will be able to view a slide show of every look from each designer as they take place. I think they post the runways from Europe later in the month also. It is very fun!Suzanne

    Reply
    1. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      No, no borrowing here. It was yours and is yours again;-)

      Reply
    2. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Yep Josep-Maria is a charmer, but also honest. If he doesn’t like it, he will tell me so. In kind words.I will never show a cropped shirt with my torso on display haha. My touchstone is: “would I mind seeing this on the cover of a daily magazine”?And yes you are right, this green is not the best colour for me. I thought it was, but I need my yellow chain necklace to brighten it up. As I said in my first comment (top of the page) this was not a well-thought-through-combination. I can do better.The collar necklace I bought years ago and never wore (too preppy). Then I gave it to Anja to use the beads and forgot about it. This year those things were suddenly HOT and by accident I saw it hanging up at Anja’s. Borrowed it back haha. She is in Singapore now and won’t use it for 3 months.Thanks for your Style.com advice. I will have a look after February 7th.

      Reply
    3. Tanguera/Anja Avatar
      Tanguera/Anja

      No, no borrowing here. It was yours and is yours again;-)

      Reply
  31. josep-maria badia Avatar
    josep-maria badia

    Whenever I tell you, but I repeat, the jeans you feel great. I really like these boots, they are very beautiful and unsophisticated, I like that. I favor option 5: you’re wonderful. You know I like you a man’s jacket. The neck shirt and tight jeans, feminize the outfit. I love this mix of styles, in a mature woman can be stylish and attractive with a simple look.

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    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Wow, I did not expect this praize as you are more of a classic man. So I am very pleased.

      Reply
  32. Heather Fonseca Avatar
    Heather Fonseca

    You look wonderful!

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I will take your word for it. LOL

      Reply
  33. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    5 – I think you look great. Skinny jeans make you look curvier, which is great if you are slim, whatever age you are. Maybe not as great for those of us who are curvier.

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Would you be so kind to leave a name next time? Can be a fake name, but I like to recognize you.And yes, you are right, the skinny jeans make me curvier, which is the last thing I expected, haha.

      Reply
    2. Anonymous Avatar
      Anonymous

      My name is Andrea. The question is whether you *want* to look curvier. I generally don’t.

      Reply
    3. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      I look tall and skinny (but I am not) so I don’t mind looking curvier.

      Reply
  34. No fear of fashion Avatar
    No fear of fashion

    Spot on Marianne. I can do better with all separate things. You will see the jeans again.

    Reply
  35. No fear of fashion Avatar
    No fear of fashion

    Thanks Kate for stopping by and leaving a comment. I recognize what you are saying and agree. They did not have them any darker and sometimes I want denim in a denim colour, depending on my mood. This combinations is not the best I can do with the jeans. I had little time. And I think the colours of the combination wash me out a bit as well. You will see the jeans again with other combinations like dressier ankle boots and knee highs boots.

    Reply
  36. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    I say number 5! I agree that a tucked in top or very short top would not look right. Marie S

    Reply
    1. No fear of fashion Avatar
      No fear of fashion

      This is a bit of a surprise to me. I expected some criticism. Hope you all stay honest with me.

      Reply
  37. Marianne van den Berg Avatar
    Marianne van den Berg

    I think I am bad in multiple choice answers. So I make my comment nr. 6. I think you can easely wear skinny jeans, and your legs don’t look fatter. the length of the top is the right one I wouldn’t go any shorter. The colour of the top on the upper photo looks like kaki, but I think it is more green. But I must say it is not one of my favourite tops, you have nicer ones. The necklace is a little pale to me. Wearing it with a jacket is good too.

    Reply
  38. Kate Moore Avatar
    Kate Moore

    Greetje – There is no question that you can wear skinny jeans and look good in them. And you can carry them off both shorter and longer tops – thought not short tops that only come to the waist. For age appropriateness (I share your age group), I’d probably stick to a very dark denim for these with a knee high or ankle dressier boot. Darker looks a little more sophisticated – my opinion of course. Love the pearl collar!

    Reply

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