A Sabbatical from Designer Denim
When the economy sucks and gets suckier, sacrifices have to be made in all areas of life. Maybe we can’t afford ten dollars in Pinkberry each day. Maybe we also need to let go of one of our usual splurgy poos…at least for the time being.
The first one to go? Designer denim. Buh. Bye.
Look brand snoots, I feel you. I used to consider jeans that cost less than $150 an insult to JAPs everywhere. This was before I discovered Forever 21. Unlike GAP, Old Navy and the like, Forever 21 denim is virtually unrecognizable as such. When worn with a white-hot shirt (this one Anne Fontaine, stolen from Mommy’s Closet), they look like they cost a hell of a lot more than $24.99.
If you can’t bring yourself to buy jeans from Forever 21, get off my blog. Now. Just kidding ;). If you must, must have brand name denim in your life, don’t add insult to injury by paying full price.
Hit sample sales, Loehmann’s, Century 21, outlets, designer re-sale shops, whatevs. Anything you buy, be it a crazy leather handbag or an H&M dress, can always be found for less than its retail price; jeans are NO EXCEPTION to this rule.
I’ve had serious success with denim of the designer ilk at Beacon’s Closet.
I’m also a big fan of Beacon’s’ no-name stuff; this fantabulous, high-waisted, wide-legged pair was $16.95.
The front of the jeans is good.
The back of the jeans is GREAT. Must be that gold shooting star patch.
Or maybe it’s just my ass!
Tagged: Beacon's Closet • Forever 21 • Shopping • Vintage
