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Destroyed Denim: Fresh Fashion Link Up 31

Sydney Fashion Hunter: Fresh Fashion Forum 31 - Destroyed Denim

I’m obsessed with destroyed denim. And I mean seriously obsessed. I’ve stalked my regular online haunts for months trying to find the perfect pair of destroyed jeans. I thought my search was over when I stumbled on these slim boyfriend jeans while I was researching my recent Fashion Lane post and they were reduced from $525 to $112 to sweeten the deal! I was suffering a severe case of destroyed denim fatigue (I’m sure it’s a thing!) so I typed in my credit card details stat. I was on cloud nine for a week highly anticipating their arrival. And then they arrived in the post …




 

Destroyed Denim

As soon as I tried them on I was hit with a serious case of buyers remorse. They looked sooooo much better on the model than they looked on me. I turned every which way in the mirror and felt extremely deflated because even though I chose a size larger than I normally wear, they didn’t have the loose ‘boyfriend’ fit that I was hoping for. I had a major hating on myself fat moment, ripped them off in disgust, threw them on the floor in the corner and wrote ‘return jeans’ firmly on my ‘to do’ list. For the next week I glared at them accusingly every time I spotted them out of the corner of my eye. I was all set to send them packing when I pulled them on again and saw their strengths. Like how comfortable they were. There is a serious amount of stretch in these babies and your could do the splits in them if you were so inclined. I couldn’t because I haven’t been that flexible since I was 18, but the jeans would allow it even if the body won’t. I also took note of the ‘just right, not too light, not to dark’ colour which was so flattering. The distressing was just the right amount of destroyed and the hole placements were exactly where I wanted. Standing only 162cms, every pair of jeans I buy need shortening but these were the perfect from the get go. The list of ‘pros’ outweighed the ‘cons’ and I had an epiphany; so freaking what if the model looked better in them than I did. There was a lot going for these jeans so I swept my body image woes to one side and kept them. When I wore them for the first time to a family BBQ, I knew I had made the right decision, not least because the aforementioned stretch was very forgiving of my bulging belly.

The BBQ was at My Brother In Law and his almost wife’s new home which is a five minute drive to Stanwell Tops so we stopped in on the way home to take these photos. What was I thinking? The traffic, the crowds, the fading light and the gale force winds were all battling against us. I spent the whole time trying to get my hair out of my face and these were by far the least ‘scary hair’ ones of the bunch! With no time for a re-do, I had to run with it, so hopefully at least you enjoy the spectacular view.

I wanted to keep the rest of the outfit simple and dragged out a slouchy jumper I haven’t worn in ages. One element that turned out not to be simple was my earrings. They are in three parts so you have to thread the bar over the post at the back before you put the back on. My gorgeous 7 month old niece took a shine to them though because she kept trying to rip them out of my head whenever she got within arms reach. The good news is, that despite all this I still have a couple of photos to share. Nothings easy right?

Sydney Fashion Hunter: Fresh Fashion Forum 31 - Destroyed Denim

Sydney Fashion Hunter: Fresh Fashion Forum 31 - Destroyed Denim

Sydney Fashion Hunter: Fresh Fashion Forum 31 - Destroyed Denim

Sydney Fashion Hunter: Fresh Fashion Forum 31 - Destroyed Denim

Sydney Fashion Hunter: Fresh Fashion Forum 31 - Destroyed Denim - Nude Pumps

Jeans: Genetic Denim Alex Slim Boyfriend Jeans. Tank: Supre Thick Strap Tank Jumper: Witchery. Bag: Coach.  Earrings: Colette Metal Bar Earrings. Bracelet: Colette Multi Row Ball Chain Wristwear. Ring: Lovisa. Shoes: Kurt Geiger Bailey Pumps.

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So tell me, are you as obsessed with destroyed denim as I am?

 

 

Until Next Time …

 

Happy Hunting!

 

SFH

xoxoxo

 

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  3. These jeans look hot on you!!! I might need to check them out #thestoryofanotherjeanhoarder
    Thank you for linking up with weekend wear, have a great weekend 🙂
    Xo
    Melissa

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  5. While I love full on destroyed denim on other people, I’m more of a .. little rip here, little rip there kinda denim gal .. lol. I guess I like the illusion of distressed denim without too much skin showing 🙂

    Monica.

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    • I know what you mean Monica. This is about as destroyed as I like. Some I have seen are barely held together by a thread and that’s too much for me.

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  6. I love distressed denim! Especially in the warmer months! I live in the PAC NW and the weather will be cold in the morning and get hotter as the day goes on. Destroyed denim is perfect because I can cover my legs, yet show some skin off! Thanks for the linkup!

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    • Exactly where I am at right now Ruth. It’s Autumn is Sydney and while the days are glorious mornings and evenings are chilly! I’m planning to get as much use out if these jeans as I can before winter hits next month ?

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  7. I’ve made a very recent return to distressed denim for the first time since 93 and I’m happy with it! Wearing them today in fact.

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    • I’m hearing you. It was probably about 88 when I wore them last but at the time I didn’t buy my jeans like that it’s just the way the ended up lol

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  8. Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous jeans! You look amazing in them even with the wind about to knock you over!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    • Thanks so much Shelbee. It was absolutely blowing a gale! How I didn’t go off that cliff is a miracle!

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  9. Very cute look. Also that is such a great location for a photoshoot. I’m always on the lookout for neat and scenic places to shoot photos.

    Nina
    aworldofdresses.com

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    • Thanks Nina! I’m pretty blessed in Sydney with lots of spectacular locations and I don’t get out as much as I should ?

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  11. I like the trend and have a pair of jeans and overalls with the distressed look – however now that I think of it, I dont wear them that much.. gonna have to work on it.

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    • I don’t own any overalls at all but now you have me thinking maybe I need some lol

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  13. I wear my distressed boyfriend jeans so much, and they are so versatile. I wear them with boots, heels, ballet flats, trainers and flip flops! I love how you’ve styled yours, the neutral heels and sweater look really chic!

    Emma xxx

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    • Thanks Emma. I’m betting these will get a lot of wear now I’m over my initial hesitation!

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  14. I love them on you! You made the right decision. They look like they fit really nicely, and I don’t know about you, but I am all over it if I can find a good pair of jeans. I kind of had the same dilemma recently on my outfit post! Haha!

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    • Thanks so much Cammi! I’m really glad I kept them not least because they are so comfy. It’s like wearing PJ’s and they are so soft! It’s just they were not was I was expecting!

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  15. I love my destroyed jeans but I tend to wear mine with biker boots ! I think they suit you & I’m glad you reconsidered. Also fab wearing in colder weather with tartan or fishnet tights underneath.

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    • Thanks Linda I can defo see these with boots and I love the idea of tartan tights underneath! Will be looking for some this weekend now lol

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  16. Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style last week. I had a similar “disappointment” with distressed jeans. They looked so much better on Glenda than me. LOL.

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  18. I’m loving these jeans paired with the delicate jewellery and those classic nude heels!

    https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

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    • Thanks so much Alecz! The heels are a little higher than I would normally wear but I think these jeans needed the height!

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  19. I love the denim! You look FAB! I love this post, and that you rocked them with your self confidence. I’m also short and the holes in destroyed jeans are never in the right places! Haha! Thank you for hosting!
    –Roxanne
    Http://Glassofglam.com

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    • Thanks so much Roxanne! I’m hearing you so when these were I had to keep them right lol

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  20. You look great in the jeans! I’m glad you decided to keep them! I like the entire outfit! And, yes, babies and jewelry can be very dangerous… Great earrings, bracelet & ring!

    Have a great week!

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  22. I’m still searching for that great pair of destroyed jeans! Sadly my favorite pair from last year got ruined :(! Love your look today!! You look fabulous! Thank you so much for inviting me to link up! Appreciate it!

    Have a great day!

    Xo, Erica
    www.casuallystyled.com

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    • I still find myself looking lol There may be some more in my future. Thanks so much for stopping by ?

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  23. Allison- love how you paired distressed denim with neutral pieces, so casual-chic, I love it!! Thank you so much for the feature! Xoxo

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  24. I love wearing distressed denim as well. Love this look!

    Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

    Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.

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  25. i have one pair of distressed, but somehow I still feel “silly” wearing them. Maybe I’ll get more into it—we’ll see (I’m blaming it on the age thing…ha ha).
    I’m glad you kept these those because I actually think they look better on you—especially with this outfit!
    Thanks for hosting
    jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    • I know what you mean and it does take a bit of getting used to. Possibly why I have obsessed for months before I bought some. You are just way too kind ?

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  26. I love these distressed jeans! They are my go-to jeans for the weekend. And how gorgeous is your jewelry?!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde’s Moment

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  27. Yes I am!!! Come check out my latest collab with CHICWISH & let me know what you think about the LBD – Happy Wednesday!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  29. ahh those look great on you! I understand about returning them – I have a pair that I almost returned, but got so many compliments on them!!
    elle
    Southern Elle Style

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    • I glad I didn’t in the end! I can’t see me wearing them through winter though as my knees were feeling the cold lol

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  30. I’m sorry but those look AMAZING ON YOU! What were you thinking, throwing them into the corner and threatening them with return? Those first two photos? They are a perfect sexy fit. I’d buy ten pairs if I looked like that in jeans! xx

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    • Thanks so much! I’m glad I kept them! I actually have them on agin today so they are getting lots of love to make up for my despicable treatment lol

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  32. I love deconstructed denim as well, it adds such a edge to a regular pair of jeans!

    xo Sheree
    http://poshclassymom.com
    IG: @poshclassymom

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