Jeans that make your legs look a mile long!

So many women are looking for a jean that will give them that gorgeous, slim, long legged look. Who doesn't want legs that look they just walked off the catwalk? There are a few ways to add a few inches to your look, and we'll share a few of our favorites.

1. A higher waist- Jeans with higher waists like 7 FAM's High Waist Straight Leg Jean automatically trick your eye into thinking that your legs are longer. You could tuck a ruffled blouse into a high waisted pant to get the full effect. Throw on a jacket and you're set! (Avoid high waisted pants if you are naturally short waisted.)
   
2. Add heels- Pick a slightly longer length and pair it with a heel for an instant boost. This season, knee high boots with a heel are a good option to add length to your skinny jeans, like the Rising Starlet by !iT Jeans. Just keep the color scheme dark so that your legs are not divided visually into several sections.
3. Dark washes- Look for darker washes; they instantly slim you. A little fading on the thighs is ok, but washes with harsh differences visually widen your thighs.
4. Experiment with different leg widths to see what looks best on your body shape. Long wide leg jeans (like the Dream Diva by !iT), worn with heels are a great way to slim and lengthen a curvy figure. Slimmer body types look nice in a straight leg jean.

Now that you have a few ideas, it's time to get out there and find a way to get those model legs without diet, exercise or surgery!

Military Jackets Are Essential for Fall

Open up the pages of any of your favorite fashion magazines and you are sure to find a style spread or a celebrity siting involving one of this season's key fashion pieces, the military jacket. Largely inspired by the death (and more importantly, fashion) of Michael Jackson, the military jacket reemerged this season in a variety of forms.

It is easy to go overboard and look like you just stepped off of the bandstand, but with the right jacket, you can go from band geek to super chic. First of all, if you are going vintage with an old military jacket, look for one with simple, clean lines. Too much fluff adds bulk to your body and honestly, is hard to look at. What will make the biggest difference is finding one that really fits or altering it if needed. Wearing a military jacket that is too big is just awkward looking.

If you're looking for a new military jacket, our favorite jacket is the Military Jacket by Dex. What's unique about it, is that it is a soft knit jacket. It's like slipping on a sweatshirt. It has just enough structure to give you a true military look, but is soft enough that you'll want to wear it all of the time. The grayish green color is perfect with denim, especially darker denim.

No matter what type of military jacket you choose, you can be sure that you'll be in style this season!

Sutter's Jeans Offer a Great Fit and a Great Price!

At The Denim Shop we are always on the look out for jeans that provide the best combination of style, fit and value. Some of our bestselling brands include Big Star, !iT Jeans and Silver Jeans. Our newest addition, Sutter's Jeans, has developed a brand new line of jeans with hybrids of some of these well known fits.

Sutter's, who has been making denim for over a century, is back and is taking the denim industry's most tried and true jeans to find out what works and what doesn't. They've done the measurements and made adjustments to design jeans for your body type and all of the other types out there as well. Each fit is painstakingly designed to accentuate your best parts and camouflage the rest.

They have curvy body fits that will appeal to fans of the Diva by !iT Jeans and the Aiko by Silver or basic bootcut fits like the Tuesday by Silver and the Hollywood Hills by Paige. Sutter's also has a fantastic skinny jean that rivals all of your favorite skinnies.

Sutter's doesn't just have a proven fit, it also has a great price! They generally retail under $90 which is incredible in the current jean market! At The Denim Shop, you never have to compromise style to maintain your budget. Sutter's is a great way to get the fit and the style that you want at a price that works for most people! Check our our Sutter's page to find out more about the styles and fits.

Skecher's Keepsake- Blur is winter's coziest boot!

Good news for boot lovers- boots have never been hotter than they are this fall or winter! With this season's emphasis on leggings and skinny jeans, boots are the perfect accessory. Boots add warmth, comfort and are as varied this season as our personalities.

The new Keepsake - Blur by Skechers is one of this year's comfiest boots. It is like wearing your coziest knit socks with a rubber sole that allows you to wear your favorite "socks" anywhere. The heels and toes are trimmed out to keep your feet dry and to help your boots last longer. Fur trim and drawstrings add style.

Not only do these Skecher's boots add a little burst of style to any outfit, but they also can make a skinny pant look more flattering on rounder figures. Because they add volume below the knee, they tend to balance out fuller hips. The contrast in size from your hips to your ankles is not so sharp when you wear boots over your skinny jeans and leggings.

This style comes in gray, black and chocolate brown so if you love them, you can collect them all! Click here to find out more!

Vests are a fun accessory for fall!

Fall's arrival brings with it a rich pallette of changing leaves, cooler nights, hayrides and bonfires. These are just a few of my favorite things since fall is the season in which I thrive! I love layering sweaters, jackets, knits and vests both for fashion reasons and just the pure comfort of being completely covered in soft cottons and wool.

This season, one of my favorite layering pieces is the vest. These adorable zip up styles are perfect for layering over a light sweater or thermal to wear to a football game. They're light enough to wear over a tee to go shopping or to school.

Another great thing about choosing a vest is that it is an easy way to try out another trend like faux leather, denim accessories, plaid or menswear. Vests are as much an accessory as they are a piece of clothing so your look gets an injection of your favorite trend in a small dose.

The faux leather style shown here is a bomber type jacket with knit trim by Jolt. It's only $36, so you can definitely afford the matching black knee boots and skinny jeans! The buffalo check vest is a hooded flannel style by Jack for BB Dakota. It is lined, and trimmed in black. Because of the neutral color palette, you could wear this with just about any color top.

Try a fashion vest or a timeless style to add a little warmth and a fashion boost to your wardrobe! It's so simple and incredibly affordable.

New for Fall from The North Face!

The North Face is one of the nation's leading brands in performance gear for backpacking, hiking, mountain climbing and just plain outdoorsy folks! Although The North Face Collection is designed with performance in mind, they strive to give their clothing the most fashionable and streamlined fit possible.

They make a variety of qualities, styles and weights to fit any budget or lifestyle. Jackets like the Inlux to the left are performance pieces. Although the Inlux is only a midweight jacket, it is insulated and waterproof to keep you dry and warm on the snowy slopes. It is lined with a super soft, silken fleece so you'll want to wear it even when you're not on the slopes! The removable hood is a great addition and increases both the form and function.

The men's Apex Bionic Jacket is has a soft shell jacket completely windproof, lightweight and is fleece-lined. With an added hood, it's perfect for those windy fall and spring days. In many southern states, this jacket would make the perfect winter coat. The stretchy slim fit can be layered with other North Face pieces for added warmth in cooler climates.

The North Face jackets and boots make the perfect Christmas gift for the outdoor enthusiast or the teenager who needs a jacket that will keep them warm and in style.

Click here for more information on The North Face.

Lucky Brand Jeans Lowers Their Prices for Fall!

One of our favorite brands just got a little better for fall! Lucky Brand Jeans listened to their customers suggestions and lowered their prices this season! Many of their fall denim styles now retail for under $100 and have all of the details that you loved about them when they were more expensive! What could be better than your favorite fits, fabulous washes and fun pocket treatments with lower prices?

Lucky Brand has always been known for its free spirited look and its variety of fits that really do flatter nearly every body type. Their Easy Rider Jean is their most relaxed fit and is ideal for a woman with fuller hips and thighs. If you like the relaxed look, but want something a little more fitted, you might like the Sweet-n-Low Jean. It was a lower rise that the Easy Rider, but is still relaxed through the knee. The Lola is the classic bootcut jean that most women have in their wardrobe. It has a lower rise and a slimmer leg opening. For the more junior customer, Lil' Maggie is a better choice because it is the slimmest fit and is ideal for the junior body.

Lucky Brand is not just known for their jeans. They also make some of the best looking vintage tees that we've seen. They take a retro screen print and bump up the bling factor with studs and embroidery. You'll find fun "pops" like studded peace signs and embroidered butterflies.