OT: JEANS?

So I headed to the Chandler Mall today to find a pair of jeans.  I have a couple of pair of Old Navy jeans already (love them) and a couple of pair of matronly type jeans I picked up at Costco.  But......being unable to buy anything but stretch pants for years, I haven't really learned the art of buying jeans yet!  LOL!

So, I went to the places that I used to go with my daughter.  I tried jeans on at Gap.....OK and even though their sizing made me feel sooooo teeny...I didn't like the manufactured "worn" spots on the jeans.  I tried Aeropostale (bought a fun hoody) ....looked at Sears (Yikes!)....headed to Forever 21!  Well.....A group of sales girls gathered to help me with my shopping.  They had fun bringing me things to try.  I'll admit that I was having fun too! ...However much they chose to flatter me, I finally left WITHOUT the "SKINNY" jeans that they had tried to talk me into buying!  ....  Seriously, if you have to peel off the jeans then they are way too tight!  Tights are cheaper if one wants all creases to be shared

I came home with some new purchases but NO jeans!!!

I need jean advice!  Which jeans do you like best?  Where do you buy them?  Which cut?  How much?

I've heard that the "not your daughter's jeans" have tummy panels that could help postpone someone's tummy tuck (just kidding Dr. Mazaheri!  ha ha!) ......Advice appreciated!

Good Morning Joyce, I just was trying to update my calendar with dates. When is the group date in I believe July that you got Oh to co-sponser? I wanted to make sure I had that date down. and where are you having it again?(It was the one that you had cancelled and was suppose to be around Feb. I think)  Hope you are doing well.  I am still swelling a little but doing ok.   Gail

Hiya itty bitty adorable girlfriend!

NOT going to happen:  Event with O.H. on July 31st

Scheduled, Confirmed, and definitely happening:

April 10th, 8:30 to 3:00:  Bridges St Luke's Graduate Seminar - "Make TODAY Your Day"! RSVP,s required.  Guests are welcome with an RSVP as well.  Dr. Fang, Dr. Mazaheri, Plastic Surgeon (offering mini complimentary consultations), Jenel the Dietician, Dr. Bell (mental therapy), Motivational Speaker:  Bette Sue Berkland from Biggest Loser "Overcoming Obstacles", Post Op Success, B. Eden,  400 lb Loser & from ReShape the Nation:  David Smith, Live Makeovers, Photography Shoots, Vendors with protein tasting, Post-Op FASHION SHOW,  Door Prizes and Complimentary Light Lunch!!!!
RSVP to Sandy at 602-251-8863  email me (Joyce) if interested in participating in the fashion show:  [email protected]


June 5th, 12 noon to 6 pm:  Super Saturday Seminar (hosted and planned by the Westside Supprot Group) Banner Estrella Hospital Conf Rooms
FREE and open to everyone.  RSVP required and seating is VERY limited (1/3 is filled already).
Dr. Keshishian, well known DS and Revision surgeon from Los Angeles, Vitalady, world renowned post-op & vitamin-supplement guru is with us for just a few days on her 2010 Vitatour!    www.vitalady.com , Self hypnotist and relaxation therapist,  Author of Bariatric Cookbooks with presentation and demo,  Live Makeover, Mental Health Specialist & post-op,  Motivational Speaker/Post-op, Snacks to share and Dinner following at a local restaurant.  A Huge pkg for a support group event!  Soooo much FUN!!!

June 12th, 9-12 noon:  FREE OPEN HOUSE & last chance to mingle with Vitalady in 2010
Vitalady and Protein Sampling with Dr. Mazaheri and Botox!  “Beauty begins within…..!"   
5725 N. Scottsdale Rd, Suite 150, Scottsdale
RSVP required to attend [email protected]
Mini appt required for discounted Botox offered throughout the Open House.
Short Presentation on Plastic Surgery following Your Weight Loss,
Short Presentation on Selecting Proteins for a successful journey,
FREE makeover with the aesthetician, (Door prize drawing)
GRAD panel with successful post-ops for a support group style Q & A from 11 to 12:00. 

C U!  Joyce

 I love Lucky Jeans and DKNY Jeans, Lucky are really expensive, I think you can get the DKNY way for $40-$50.  They fit me the best since I've lost all of my weight.  I also really love my Gap Long and Lean jeans and I can wear a 2 there which is super fun!!

Rebecca

I love lucky jeans too. I have a pair of their cropped jeans. I havent figured out their sizing though. They are a 31. What that translates into sizing I havent a clue! I do know that they are a bit loose and I think I need to go in for a 30 though!
I remember when I was in high school the brand of jeans I got were a size 31 and that translated to a junior size 11. I was also 20 pounds thinner so I doubt this 31 and the 31's of the past are really the same size!
This sizing thing now that I am out of the women's section confuses the heck out of me!

I actually bought Denim & Co. jeans from QVC.  They have a classic waist.  I hate the modern waist because I always feel like they're going to fall down.  The jeans have just a touch of spandex.  They're not too tight but fit well in the butt where other jeans bag unless you buy an extremely small size.  I think I paid about $36 for them. 

This is going to sound really cheap..but.. Walmart.. LEVI Red label boot cut mid waist 20.00. love them.

Head over to the Saks Off 5th store at the Arizona Mills Mall.  They have Not your daughter jeans for a very reasonable price, and they are so cute!!!!

I love that store.  That's why I picked up a part time job there- need to feed my clothes habit.

Oprah loves Cookie Johnson's (Magic's wife) new line.  They were designed for women with curves to be both comfortable and flattering.  Definately a spluge though, they run $100 - $200 and are at Nordy's and Neiman's.  I really want a pair.

But I was at Stein Mart 2 weeks ago and got 2 pairs of Sevens for $6.47!!!!  Of course, it's costing me $12 to get them shortened-- that brand runs so long.

Have fun  with your shopping!!!

Michele

Thanks Ladies for the JEAN recommendations!

They all sound great and I haven't tried any of the recommended styles or brands.  $200 is a little pricey for me though....that's like 8 pair of Old Navy's!  LOL! 

Some morning soon I'm going to get to the mall as soon as the door opens and make my way through the mall trying on jeans!  (I'll pack protein!  LOL!)

Til then....I'm headed to Last Chance to check out their deals!