To skinny or not to skinny? (LINKS À LA MODE)

DSC_1229

leather jacket – Next
silk vest – River Island
demi boot jean – Gap
sandal – Autograph @ Marks & Spencer
scarf – Boden (gifted)
necklace – old (gifted)
leather belt – New Look
cuffs – Boden (gifted) & M&Co
bracelet – Warehouse
leather clutch – House of Fraser

 

That is the question.  If you follow me on Twitter you’ll know that the other night  a comment was left, by a man no less, on this post which got me to thinking – I’ve noticed that you don’t tend to do much of the ‘skinny jean’ look, particularly tucked into boots, is that a personal style choice or has the trend changed?

I don’t know that I’m entirely trend savvy enough to say whether the trend has changed but I sure still see a vast amount of girls wearing that look.  Having said that I do feel the trend is changing or at least that there are a lot of other options coming to the fashion fore.  I came to the conclusion that, although maxi skirts, mega flares, wide leg pants, etc. are great style choices, they’re not always practical for a UK winter.  Soggy hems anyone?  But while I sport skinnies in boots for my fair share of dog walks, it’s not a look I’ll choose to share with you every time.  I don’t think it’s anything new or exciting for my readers and, likewise, it’s not new or exciting for me to wear.

So here’s what I wore out for the friend’s birthday drinks last Friday.  A reworked version of my day look and, notably, not skinny.  It appears I am enjoying cuffing everything of late – jean hems and sleeves alike.  I like it.  Am I on trend?  I don’t know and I don’t care.  I am influenced by trends and love fashion but interpret it in my own way.

You’ll have to excuse the husband’s photography today but at least they didn’t all turn out like this.  These were shot at the end of the night when there was no light, it was cold and his model had enjoyed more than a couple of cocktails.  She may have also taken her bangles off in order to remove her jacket and left them on the kerb.  She may have forgotten all about them and perhaps when she went out to fetch them a little later there might have been a dog t*rd sitting next to them.  Scoop that poop peeps, m’kay?!

This post was selected for IFB’s Links A La Mode weekly roundup which also includes

DSC_1235DSC_1239DSC_1224DSC_1232DSC_1228DSC_1230DSC_1290

SPONSOR:
New at ShopbopUgg BootsChan LuuRachel Zoe BagsRachel RoyVix3 Dots,SwimwearVera WangKelly BerginTory Burch BagsAlexis Bittar, Ballerina Flats & Pelle Moda.

You already know I love Shopbop – here’s why!

Follow:
Share:

22 Comments

  1. 25 Nov / 2:53 pm

    you look so lovely Fifi..
    I love your BLOG! 🙂

  2. Lindsay Mclennan
    26 Nov / 4:26 pm

    Hmmm… skinny jeans…loads of people wearing them, who probably should not be wearing them if you know what I mean! I think its just become the norm now, not a style choice!

    • Wendy
      27 Nov / 9:25 pm

      You have said what took me lines and lines in one concise sentence – it’s become the norm, not a fashion choice. Exactly!

  3. 27 Nov / 6:36 pm

    I like the light in these pictures! And your look of course!
    I’m your new follower, your blog is so new but I think is really cool!
    xoxo
    Mónica

  4. 28 Nov / 6:38 am

    I love your writing style. I definitely agree. Once the majority wears a certain trend, I tend to go off it too. I adore your gold heels!
    Come follow my blog darling! xx
    http://cecylia.com

  5. 3 Dec / 4:37 am

    Great pictures, you look very nice ! The outfits are great!
    Thank you for sharing

  6. 5 Dec / 9:18 pm

    I know what you mean about certain styles becoming so ubiquitous that they don’t seem fashion-forward anymore. But I think even with a very common style like skinnies tucked into boots, there’s a lot of room for experimentation. If we’re talking basic jeans with Steve Madden boots (no offense to SM, but they’re everywhere) and a boring top, then no, there’s no real style there. But more interesting boots with some fun layering and accessorizing on top can still make for a really interesting outfit.

  7. 10 Jan / 9:22 am

    I’m right with you Lady!
    Also a nominee of the award – so a BIG congrats from me!

    Being one of the 25 Fashion Bloggers chosen is Fantastic!
    Good luck – and hopefully we’ll both be at the awards (where you’ll be looking insanely stylish, loving your looks on Thank FiFi)

    X
    J
    http://dressmeblog.me/?p=7546

  8. 27 Mar / 2:05 pm

    Hey would you mind letting me know which hosting company you’re
    utilizing? I’ve loaded your blog in 3 completely different web browsers
    and I must say this blog loads a lot quicker then most.

    Can you suggest a good web hosting provider at a fair
    price? Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!

  9. 6 Apr / 2:58 am

    I absolutely love your blog and find many of your post’s to be exactly
    I’m looking for. can you offer guest writers to write content available for
    you? I wouldn’t mind publishing a post or elaborating on a number of the subjects you write related
    to here. Again, awesome site!

  10. 13 Jun / 4:47 pm

    If your pet is on a special diet use caution as to the amount of food you
    leave(If your pet is going to die if it doesn’t have a certain food,
    medication, or whatever, my advice is this: don’t leave the
    pet in the house during a hurricane. Miss Dorstovitch went out about
    noon, no other calls or messages sir. ‘ Take precautions that
    your laptop will not be dropped or fall, especially onto another hard surface.

  11. 17 Aug / 6:16 am

    Can I simply just say what a comfort to discover someone who truly understands what they are discussing on the
    net. You actually realize how to bring a problem to light
    and make it important. A lot more people should check this out and understand this side
    of the story. I was surprised that you are not more popular since
    you most certainly possess the gift.

  12. 19 Oct / 12:04 am

    This is my first time pay a quick visit at here and i am in fact impressed to read all at single
    place.

  13. 5 Mar / 7:10 pm

    Most of the time, the problem is with the relationship and not
    necessarily with you. Think in the shoes of
    the guy, how will he have the courage to talk to you, when you appear cold.
    When you like someone and you see that he is by himself, take it as a nice opportunity to let him know about you.

  14. 15 May / 1:00 pm

    Users can create a profile and meet singles in their area.
    You should know what a experiencing diabetic concerns mellitus can eat
    to keep your program all kinds of sugar
    amounts within the wide range. It hosts a camera and multimedia
    capabilities as well as a great and sleek design.

Leave a Reply to The White List Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *


Looking for Something?