Mr. Strauss and Co.

A few months ago, I posted about my newfound appreciation for Levi's jeans. I had never had much luck with them in the past, but I am eating my words. I finally found a pair of the low-waist skinnies on sale at Kohl's while shopping for my nephew's Easter presents. Kohl's! Not to be snobby or anything, but I just don't shop at Kohl's. (This is mainly because the only things that I ever think are cute are in the Vera Wang collection and they never fit me.) Anyway, the skinny Levi's are perfect, dark wash, supper skinny, and super comfy.


On another denim note, I also ran across a pair of high-waisted Guess jeans on major sale over the past weekend. The denim gods must be smiling on me as of late. The only slight downside to the Guess jeans is that they are waaaay too long, so a bit of hemming will be in order. After said hemming, I'm planning a white tank tucked in with some nude platform sandals for a slightly retro look. Stay tuned for outfit posts and for some fun happenings this weekend. (I've been a bit scarce lately due to academic endeavors that are now coming to a close. I do apologize, my lovelies.) Xoxo.

copyright Hiking in Stilettos

Denim Days

Although I am a devout Paige Denim girl when it comes to jeans, I decided that I'd like to give Levi's another try. I have found that Paige are really the only jeans that fit my frame will without making me look younger, but I am finding skinny leg Paiges to be few and far between. Unfortunately, it turns out that the Levi styles I like are a a bit hard to find as well, so I am contemplating ordering them from the online store. Here are the contenders:

1966 Skinny Jean (Re-issue)

High Rise Skinny

Skinny 531

Skinny 521

Of the four options, I would ideally only purchase one of the higher-rise pairs, and I am leaning towards the 1966 re-issue as they honestly look more authentic. I would pair them with a great strappy, chunky nude sandal for the spring. 

The other two lower rise pairs are in the running to replace my current pair of skinnys that have faded about fifteen shades since I bought them. I've been doing a bit of research to find a wash or dye that will renew my denim to its darkest shade without actually re-dyeing it. Any suggestions or opinions?? 

Xoxo.