Colored Denim for Summer

My general rule on trends is the following -- if I was around the first time the trend was popular then I'm not allowed to wear the trend when it comes back. However, there just has to be some exceptions to any rule. Such is the case with the colored denim trend. I remember when I was around 13 or 14 (when colored denim was trendy last time) I think I owned a green denim jacket (ewww). But I just couldn't resist all the delicious colors that I'm seeing everywhere now -- coral, turquoise, sea foam... I broke down and bought a pair of Joe's jeans in "cobalt". At first I wasn't sure if I was able to pull them off (they're bright!) but now I see that they're actually quite fun and versatile for work and weekends.

Here are some totally fun colors from the store window at Mario's downtown.

Here's my Joe's jeans ($99 from Nordstrom), black light blazer ($50 Nordstrom Rack), white v-neck t-shirt ($28 Caslon) and Kooba bag.  You can't see in this picture but I'm wearing Cole Haan black strappy espadrille wedges ($119).  The only piece that's new this season is the jeans, everything else is recycled from previous seasons.

Birthday Wish List

Shopping has not been fun since my self-imposed ban. The good thing is that my birthday is coming up and my BFF asked me for a wish list of things I'd like. Oh... There's so many things that although I don't need, I would just love to have.

Lululemon deep V-tank - It's a bit pricey for workout clothes but I have one of these and it looks great and is functional. And I always need motivation to work out.

Banana Republic trouser jeans - A great business casual look for the office.

Victoria's Secret long jane pajamas - These are so cute! I love to have warm PJs in the winter that I can lounge around in all day.

Miz Mooz 'Amber' Boot - I was eyeing these during the Nordstrom's anniversary sale but couldn't pull the trigger then. But these are fantastic with a thick heel for comfort.

Shu Uemura false eye lashes - Almost every girl at Halloween was wearing eye popping false eyelashes. Next time I go to a big bash, I'm definitely giving them a try. Maybe for New Year's?

Nars super orgasm blush - My Nars orgasm blush is running out, and what's this? Super orgasm!

Straight Leg Stretchy Jeans

Finding the perfect pair of jeans is a challenge. Everyone's shape is a little different so it's hard to find a pair of jeans that show off your assets and hide your flaws. My latest want is a pair of nice straight leg jeans that I can wear to work and for going out. I have quite a few pairs of boot cut jeans already so I want a pair of straight leg jeans to wear with cute heels. I usually have better luck with stretchy jeans because they fit better. My other criteria is that I don't want pay $200 for jeans. I decided to bite the bullet and look for a pair that meet my requirements around $150. My friend suggested that I go visit Aritzia, a Canadian boutique that has recently expanded to the US. I tried on a few pair of jeans before deciding on the J Brand pencil leg.

J Brand '912 The Pencil' Stretch Jeans (ink wash) - $158. This is the pair that I ended up with. They fit tight but the stretch makes them comfortable. The wash is dressy enough for work and evening.

Womens Melrose - Dark Resin Rinse - $169. These are also very nice. The wash is a bit more casual than the J Brand. They're not as stretchy (only 2% spandex), so they may stretch out and lose its shape later. They're also made of a stiffer material than the J Brand.

I also tried on Proportion of Blue which also had a more casual wash and very flattering fit. I can't seem to find them online. The girls at Aritzia really knew their jeans and it was so much fun to just walk into the store and have them bring me what I wanted. It was almost like a Pretty Woman moment.