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skinny jeans for those of us who are not skinny

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OK---one more post! :)  Can I, as a size 12 and 20 lbs overweight, wear skinny jeans?  If so, do I wear a long shirt over the top to cover my huge thighs and rear?   
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Re: skinny jeans for those of us who are not skinny

  • sweetdreams2000sweetdreams2000

    I vote yes, depending on the type of jean.  Darker wash jeans are better - and I like to wear mine with boots b/c I think it balances the proportions.  I dont think I could go out in public just in skinny jeans and flats. . .

    I like wearing longer cardis to cover my butt, or a long sweater/tunic.  I'm a size 10 , super curvy, and short for reference . . . Joe Jean skinnies are my favorite (found on sale at Nordstrom Rack!).  I also like the ones from Gap, but ended up with Joes instead.

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  • userdeleteduserdeleted member
    I am about a 12 and had a pair. IMHO they looked awesome. I wore them with boots though, and definitely had a long-ish shirt to cover my "problem" areas :)
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  • FireChiefsBrideFireChiefsBride member
    Yes. Get well-structured skinny jeans-- not the super-stretchy type that don't help anyone.  Don't have a too-oversized top, or it will give you an apple shape.  I would do a longer shirt, one that hits probably mid-butt or a little higher.  Maybe something like a tee or tank layered with a thicker sweater.
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  • bluestreetbluestreet
    I would look for a pair of high-waisted skinny pants and treat them like leggings. Wear a beautiful sweater wrap and some riding boots and you'll look like a million bucks. As long as you've got generous length and fabric up top, you're good to go. I also think boots provide a good counter-balance, whereas little flats can make me feel like I've got pig hooves in contrast with my thighs and waist. Do it!
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  • el_twirpoel_twirpo member
    i love this post and am eager to hear the responses. recently, i bought a pair of straight leg jeans, which feel like skinny jeans to me since i've basically worn bootcut for the last 8 years. i don't feel 100% comfortable in them yet because i think they make my thighs and butt look huge.
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  • cookie1and2cookie1and2

    imageFireChiefsBride:
    Yes. Get well-structured skinny jeans-- not the super-stretchy type that don't help anyone.

     

    FCB, where would I buy well-structured skinny jeans?  I'm shopping challenged.   

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  • rssnlvrrssnlvr

    Definitely. I'm the same size and found some for cheap at Target.

    I even wore 'em for our family pics, if you want to see how they look. Link.

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  • ditzydi_2000ditzydi_2000
    Yes.  I think anybody can pull them off if you pair it with the proper top and shoes.  I too despise skinny jeans with flats.  So I wear them with boots or heels if I want to dress them up.  I honestly don't think I can ever wear regular jeans ever again because I just love my skinnies.
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  • JARS2010JARS2010

    This!!! I was very reluctant for a long time until my fashion savvy friend suggested I get some!!! I love em! 

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    I am about a 12 and had a pair. IMHO they looked awesome. I wore them with boots though, and definitely had a long-ish shirt to cover my "problem" areas :)
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  • FeistyFilleFeistyFille

    You described my size as well, 12 with 20 lbs to lose.  I agree with this totally, especially the bold.

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    I vote yes, depending on the type of jean.  Darker wash jeans are better - and I like to wear mine with boots b/c I think it balances the proportions.  I dont think I could go out in public just in skinny jeans and flats. . .

    I got mine at Old Navy.  They're the Sweetheart Skinny jeans.  I like them when I first put them on, but they do stretch a little too much  after wearing them all day.  But I'm not willing to spend more money on skinny jeans since for me they have limited wearability.

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  • FireChiefsBrideFireChiefsBride member

    Funny, this was just posted over on the F&B board :)

    https://community.thenest.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/61054611.aspx

    (re: where to buy skinnies) 

    I prefer Lucky, and I have some Joes that are incredible, but I'm not the same shape. 

    I have some JAG skinnies (via TJMaxx) that are too stretchy and make my ass look like a whale. 

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  • AustinAggie01AustinAggie01
    I also have the Sweetheart Skinny jeans from Old Navy.  They were recommended here last year and fit the budget.  I also wear them with boots.  I personally think my body shape would look silly with skinny jeans and flats.  I have wide-calves and thin ankles so it just doesn't flow right to have big legs and small feet, IMO.
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  • A&R2006A&R2006
    I have this pair from Lands End Canvas and love them.  Based on the reviews, I ordered up one size, and they fit me really well.  They are slim fit, so skinny enough to tuck into boots, but they aren't skin tight.  Bonus - they're on sale for about $17 right now.
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  • FeistyFilleFeistyFille
    imageA&R2006:
    I have this pair from Lands End Canvas and love them.  Based on the reviews, I ordered up one size, and they fit me really well.  They are slim fit, so skinny enough to tuck into boots, but they aren't skin tight.  Bonus - they're on sale for about $17 right now.

    Wish they had some taller options.  :(

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  • userdeleteduserdeleted member
    I don't know if they qualify as structured, but I got mine from Target and I like them :)
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    imageFeistyFille:
    imageA&R2006:
    I have this pair from Lands End Canvas and love them.  Based on the reviews, I ordered up one size, and they fit me really well.  They are slim fit, so skinny enough to tuck into boots, but they aren't skin tight.  Bonus - they're on sale for about $17 right now.

    Wish they had some taller options.  :(

    The best pair I found were way too short, but you can't tell since I wear them with boots :) 

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  • FeistyFilleFeistyFille
    imageEmer:
    imageFeistyFille:
    imageA&R2006:
    I have this pair from Lands End Canvas and love them.  Based on the reviews, I ordered up one size, and they fit me really well.  They are slim fit, so skinny enough to tuck into boots, but they aren't skin tight.  Bonus - they're on sale for about $17 right now.

    Wish they had some taller options.  :(

    The best pair I found were way too short, but you can't tell since I wear them with boots :) 

    Good point!  Duh.  

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  • mrsmazmrsmaz
    I say yes, because you sound like you're about my size :) I have the Old Navy Maternity Jeggings and they're insanely flattering. I wear 'em with boots and a longish top, usually one that comes to either mid-butt or just slightly below.
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