The rebirth of ...denim

Published: Monday | January 5, 2009


Tanya C. Ellis, Freelance Fashion Writer


This claret brocade jacket is perfect for the woman on the go in the world of business. Forget casual Fridays, these jeans have been kicked up a notch to be corporate friendly. - Winston Sill/ Freelance Photographer

Denim is the epitome of everyday chic and very often believed to be the Holy Grail of style versatility. As the crown jewel of the closet, finding the perfect fitting pair is especially essential.

The mystique in the fit of such an abrasive fabric adds to the excitement of a great find that is both fashionable and flattering with the bonus of having the all-important hip-whittling properties.

The enduring appeal of the jeans means that it is the only wardrobe staple that can be dressed up or down for almost every occasion imaginable. It is usually customary to see different trends of jeans coming in and out of vogue, each rotating the style wheel at an alarming rate.

Wider variety

For this season, however, the selection offers a wider variety for the many body shapes. From flares to boyfriend-fit and embellished pockets, to slim fit and the coveted high-waist fit, many will find it a fashion challenge to decide which cut to invest in, as all styles are competing to be the major must-have for this period of rebirth. The plus side? Everyone should end up happy.

Promising some flashbacks

Lighten up, it is not encouraged to pack away the indigo jeans but the current denim revolution is promising some flashbacks from the '80s. Yes, the bleached and stonewashed versions are making a subtle return to the front rows but don't scream yet because they come with a uniformed upgrade from the patchy ones we thought we couldn't live without back then. Whatever the jeans personality, there is one to suit everyone - straight and fabulous or bootleg and skinny fit, the reincarnation of the pale denim presents the opportunity to be the cool kid on the block, once again.

The options are unlimited with the perfect pair of Jeans. If your wardrobe in outfitted with a fade and dark hue, the possibilities are endless. So, the must-have foundation piece to kick off 2009 and a great start to a fashionable wardrobe is a great pair of jeans!



No matter the occasion, there's a pair of jeans to fit it. - Winston Sill/Freelance Photographer