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What style leg in jeans?

miminana — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 17:29:29 GMT

I'm 5'2", nearing 70 yrs. old and wear XL or 1X. Just not sure which jean leg style is most flattering. Awhile back, the hosts all said that bootcut were good for everyone, but as short as I am, I feel totally silly in them (and reminds me of the bell bottoms I wore in the 70's). I wear straight leg most of the time, but have bought some tapered legs (not really leggings or skinny jeans) and like them. Ideas?

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lolakimono — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 17:32:24 GMT

What is your height?

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Kathlen — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 17:35:51 GMT

I'm a couple of years older than you. And, a few inches taller. I think the style depends on your body shape. We all can't wear every style - no matter what the "experts" say. You need to try them on and see how you look, and how you feel about how you look.

I have a narrow body (no hips/thighs/waist)... so bootcut pants look really awful on me. Tried them ... didn't like them ... gave them to my curvier sister.

I only wear wide or trouser leg, or narrow/straight leg. That's the look I prefer.

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Trix — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 17:46:58 GMT

Your confidence level helps whatever you wear look better. Even if you look great in bootcut, your mental perception that they are 70's bellbottoms will reflect in how you carry yourself, and tarnish your appearance. Listen to YOUR mirror ... not the experts.

Most women who are said to be able to wear a burlap sack and look good -- give off that impression because they believe in what they walk out of the house in. I know some older women who are plus size, and they rock short dresses and skinny jeans better than size 2s, who are half their age due to their confidence.

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millieshops — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 17:56:39 GMT

A little older, a very little smaller (just regained to a L), same height, and also just dug out an old pair of jeans - boot cut. If I were buying new, I'd look for a straight leg, trouser leg, whatever they want to call it.

Straights are always my favorite although I do remember wearing these bootcuts very confidently before and intend to do that for a few weeks now - in hopes that I get control of my portion size again and get back into jeans hanging in my closet. I own enough jeans to start a store and would rather buy new bottoms in other fabrics right now.

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pattypeep — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 18:23:22 GMT

I believe that a straight leg would be best for you.

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Kitlynn — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 18:24:41 GMT

Straight leg and a slight boot cut.

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wilma — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 18:28:13 GMT

On 9/27/2014 twopeas said:
I believe that a straight leg would be best for you.

I agree.

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LilacTree — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 18:38:33 GMT

I used to be 5'4", but now I am 5'2". I always wore and still wear Levis. I have never worn boot cuts. I look horrible in them. I have long legs for my height, and straight legs and even very tapered to the ankle jeans look best on me. I also have a couple of pair of jeggings. And I still wear my boots, but only the ones with the lower heels. I can't wear my cowboy boots anymore and that hurts.

I do admit I did wear bell bottoms in the 60s, but only the summer ones. I still wore jeans in the winter.

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eddyandme — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 18:55:27 GMT

I'm you height and close to your age. Size-wise we differ though (usually sm or 4, 6 0r 8). I think you should go by your body type which you didn't mention. Having small hips and a large waist (kinda an inverted triangle shape body), I live-in skinny jeans. I'll wear straight-leg in dress pants. If I were pear-shaped, I'd wear straight or trouser legged pants/jeans. IMHO, we're too old and short for bellbottoms or flares.

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kate2357 — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 20:31:52 GMT

On 9/27/2014 wilma said:
On 9/27/2014 twopeas said:
I believe that a straight leg would be best for you.

I agree.

I agree as well. Straight as in the ankle and the knee are very close in width. The really nice thing about RIGHT now ... is that there is no ONE jean or pant style that designers are forcing you to buy. I hated the low rise era ... not overly fond of the wide flare from knee down ... always liked slight boot or straight leg on myself for jeans.

Good luck. Jeans and bathing suits ... hardest dang things to find a good fit for.

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IShopQ — Sat, 27 Sep 2014 22:21:44 GMT

I think Petites generally look best in a narrower, straighter leg. I am a little under 5'4 and the only way I feel good in a boot cut is if it's a slight one and I wear shoes or boots with a two to three inch heel. I don't want to have a lot of jeans that are limited that way so now days most of my jeans are on the skinny side...I feel I get a longer line with them and have more choice about what footwear I put with them.

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Colonel Meow — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 18:57:58 GMT

I'm your height, and wear size 14-16 at this time. You didn't mention your body type, though, so I'm unsure of how to advise you(?) IMO your body type is the determining factor in how clothes fit, rather than height or weight.

I carry my weight through my mid section and hips, and I personally think that wide or trouser leg jeans look best on me. Additionally, I just like the more polished look of trouser legs, particularly if I'm wearing them to work on Casual Friday.

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151949 — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 19:06:08 GMT

I carry weight in my hips so I like straight leg jeans to balance that - wide hips tapering to narrow ankles is not a good look - emphasises the hips.

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peachesncream — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 20:55:39 GMT

On 9/27/2014 twopeas said:
I believe that a straight leg would be best for you.

I agree.

I'm a couple of inches taller than you, and the straight leg looks best on me. I like a slim straight leg best.

It may be true that most shapes and heights can wear a bootcut jean, but if you don't like them, don't wear them!

I'm phasing out the bootcuts in my wardrobe, because I find that I rarely wear them. I feel like there is just too much material in them, for someone my height. I don't like extra material pooling at my feet.

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Pickwickpapers — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 21:14:09 GMT

I have all types but skinny leg are my new favorite.........but for dressier jeans dark denim boot cut are best. I am an apple shape but have longer legs and a short torso. Try on different types and see what works for you...........

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lovesrecess — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 21:18:26 GMT

I don't like bootcut on anyone regardless of their body type; I think they look frumpy....I am 5'4" and look best in slim, straight leg jeans. Tapered leg ones just emphasize hips, not my goal!

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luvingit — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 21:44:20 GMT

On 9/27/2014 wilma said:
On 9/27/2014 twopeas said:
I believe that a straight leg would be best for you.

I agree.

Yes, and not too loose. Try to get it fitted. Not tight, not loose.

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mgkl1 — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 22:36:17 GMT

I agree with sticking with straight leg or tapered leg. I too am an XL/1X and 5'6 and I find boot cut does not look right on me unless I am wearing a shoe with a little lift to it; (kind of an odd triangle hanging below my knees.) I do think it depend on what you feel confident and comfortable wearing. I think straight leg pants are really classic, more versatile with tunics and such, and can be dressed up or down. I look at boot cut as more casual. I like the Denim & Co. How comfy pants (but the waist is sometimes big), and Dream Jeannes are great too. I hope you find a winning look!