WHAT WHITE JEANS TAUGHT ME

Hi! I hope you’re having a great week!

I know I’m spotlighting a really simple and casual outfit, but I had to share because of the internal struggle that I had with these white jeans. Recently, my boyfriend Eddie suggested that I add some white jeans to my wardrobe. Because they “pop” and “stand out,” he said. And it’s true…white jeans really do catch the eye, and my god…they are a basic wardrobe essential! So even though I haven’t worn a pair of white jeans since the third grade I hastily ordered a pair online and could barely wait for them to be delivered.

When the jeans finally arrived, I was happy that they fit nicely, particularly at the ankle…which is a very special occurrence when you’re only 5’1″. I immediately felt that they were a keeper (ie, didn’t need to send them back). But the problem arose when it came to styling them. I had been inspired by other blogs and Pinterest, and envisioned myself pairing the jeans with a cute flowy rose quartz top with some lace-up flats, or a bright-colored blouse and heeled sandals in celebration of spring. But when I tried on the outfits I looked terrible in them. The outfits themselves were pretty cute and well put together, but it was me who looked weird, awkward, uptight, and not like myself. It was strange. I started to think that I had to return the jeans after all.

But no, we don’t give up that easy. And short girls are never allowed to blame jeans that fit perfectly at the ankles. I realized it was me who was overthinking it all. Or not thinking at all. I’m not really much of a bright-blouse girl; I’m probably not much of a fashionable girl in general. But I remembered what I like wearing most and what types of pieces make me feel best. I like my outfits simple, comfortable, and kinda cool looking. So when I threw on a black top and black sneakers and grabbed my favorite black crossbody, I felt so much better! Less can certainly be more.

So this black shirt/white jeans ootd isn’t the most “blogworthy” outfit, but in a personal way, it is.

You know I love split-back tops, especially when they have a cute semi-sheer detail.

The bag that never lets me down.

Dear White Jeans, you are the perfect ankle length and I will never doubt you again. Love, Jenny P.S. Vans, you are pretty great too.

Thank you so much for reading my story! Embrace your own unique style, because nobody looks better in it than you.

Top :: Forever 21

Jeans :: 7 For All Mankind (on sale!)

Shoes :: Vans

Bag :: Chloe

Necklace :: Emma Winston (on sale!) || Watch :: Michele

Sunglasses :: English Laundry