When it
comes to travelling, it is always hard to know what to pack. In this instance,
I knew that in the following weeks I was going to be doing quite a few trips
including a cruise and a couple of capital cities.
As the weather
in Europe can vary at this time of year, the big question was what to
take? Answer: a pair of jeans. (Of course, I was going to include a few
dresses for more formal events.)
So it was
off to Levi’s to check out its new Lot 700 jeans (prices from £85). The jeans
from this company always fit so well and last far longer than a lot of the
expensive labels that I have bought in the past. Well, this company has been
making jeans for men for over 140 years and has had over 80 years’ experience
in producing women’s. As this, reputedly, makes it the oldest brand for ladies
on the market, its jeans have to be exceptional to have stood the test of time.
As denim has evolved over the years, so has Levi’s.
This new
range offers something for women of all shapes and sizes. Sorted by leg
shape each style is given is own number. The range comprises Super
Skinny, 710, (tight straight down to the ankle), Skinny 711 (not as tight from
the calf to the ankle) and High-Rise Skinny 721,( close-fit with a highish
waist.) Slim 712 and Straight 714. If you are a fan of the bootcut jean, go for
715. All come in a variety of washes and colours that flatter your figure in
all the right places.
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| Super Skinny 710 |
There are
always advancements in the world of fabrics. This range uses material that has
superb stretch so that it holds its shape better than ever before as well as
enhancing your figure.
While
bootcut jeans are perfect for women that have curvy hips, the 721 is great for
petites. I find that the high rise skinny jeans elongate my legs. I also was
advised by Levi’s tailor not to have them shortened to the ankle as this can
make your legs appear shorter. Instead she suggested that I roll them up to achieve the same
effect.
I chose a pair in black as I
wanted a pair that was easy to dress down but to look smart for those occasions
where I wanted to look a bit more polished.
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| Slim 712 |
For
travelling I paired my jeans with
a T-shirt and trainers. They surpassed expectations and really kept their shape
despite having plenty of wear and tear.
To go out in
the evening, I changed to heels and put on a dressy top. Not only did I look
good, I felt good.
I am also
wearing them with a tailored jacket when I need to be more formally styled, a
leather jacket for more casual occasions and with ankle boots and a long
cardigan on colder days.
These jeans
are such a great fit, no saggy knees and so versatile, you never have the
dilemma of what to wear with a pair of these in your wardrobe.
By Daralyn
Danns
