BREAKING A FASHION RULE AND WEARING DENIM ON DENIM

We know that rules are made to be broken, and today I’m breaking one about wearing denim on denim. Denim on denim has been a hot style trend, a faux-pas pairing, and everything in between. While wearing denim on denim can be classy and chic, it can also look like a hot mess. So, today, let’s talk about how to wear denim on denim the right way.

Tips of Wearing Denim on Denim

1. Wear a different shade of denim on top and bottom. I like to wear darker denim jeans on the bottom half and a medium to light-colored denim item on the upper half. You could also change the color of the denim if you want and add gray or black denim jeans instead.
2. Add an item with visual interest. You can add a pop of color or a solid black or white tee, which creates a separation between the two denim looks. I like adding a print or a graphic tee to steal some attention from the fact that I’m wearing denim on denim.
3. Accessorize!!! I love adding accessories, and I think of it as the icing on the cake. Statement earrings, necklaces, or even pins added to a denim jacket will take your outfit to another level. Jewelry always makes your outfit look complete, so don’t leave home without it. Lol! (Sorry, American Express, for using your slogan) Haha

Before I get around to the denim items I’m wearing, let’s start with my striped button-up shirt. This polyester and spandex blend shirt is really nice, and it comes in a ton of different colors. It has over 15,900 reviews, so I decided to try it. This is from Amazon, and you never know with them since you are usually ordering from 3rd parties. Generally, I try to check out the reviews before I order, and I’ve only been disappointed in a few things. Amazon has a pretty easy return process, making ordering online less painful.

I generally will do a half-tuck so you can see the details on the pants that I’m wearing. Also, I hope that this view helps you gauge the length of the tops I’m wearing and let you know if you can wear them with leggings. I’m wearing a large button-up shirt because I don’t like my buttons to gape open. However, if they do, I add a small piece of Hollywood Fashion Tape, and everything stays closed nicely.

I didn’t add BOLD jewelry to my look since I thought the striped shirt was bold enough. Instead, I added a pair of goldtone geometric hoop earrings that I’ve had for at least a year. I love this pair since they are lightweight and not too bold, so I bought them in silver.

For necklaces, I added the gold vermeil Elisa pendant necklace that is monogrammed with TANIA and a gold vermeil cross necklace that I wear daily. The gold bangle bracelet is a new one c/o of Kendra Scott, and I love the open filigree design. I’m wearing the m/l to ensure that it wouldn’t fit too tight. I usually wear a 7″ bracelet, and the large fits great.

Now, for the denim on denim items that I’m adding. I have several denim jackets, and each one is a tiny bit different. I’ve had most of mine for years, and since they are a classic clothing item, you will be able to wear your jacket for years to come. I generally wear a medium or a dark wash jacket instead of the extremely faded ones. I’m not sure if I’m wearing one from Talbots, Old Navy, Chico’s, or who, so I’ll link to some similar ones since mine is out of stock.

Now, for my lower half. These dark wash flare jeans fit me fabulously, and they may be my new favorite pair. Lol! I only have to say one word, and you will understand why…SPANX! We all know SPANX as the undergarment company, but they have expanded into the clothing arena, and I am so happy they did. I don’t like to be compressed, so their undergarments haven’t been a product that I used. However, I swear by their Bra-llelujah, and it is the only bra I wear now.

The faux-leather leggings were the first clothing item I tried, and I like them, but they also compress you. I’ve found that I need to size up in clothing from SPANX to keep from them being too tight, so I am wearing a large in these jeans, and they fit like a glove. These jeans look great, fit great, and have just the right amount of stretch to them. SPANX products are of excellent quality, but they aren’t cheap. They fall under the category; you get what you pay for. I still like getting a good deal, so I make sure to check out the sales page too. Of course, sizes are limited, but you might be able to find something and save a lot of money.

Pointy toe boots and shoes help elongate your legs and make you look long and lean. Every year I buy a new pair of pointy-toe boots during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. This pair is almost completely sold out, so I linked a few others instead.

TODAY at 9 am ET, the sign-ups begin for the diet program I’ve been doing. If you haven’t read about the diet program that I’m following, you can read about it in this post. This is a FaceBook online group, so you must have a FaceBook account to be part of the program. If you want to JOIN ME IN THE NEXT ROUND, which starts on Jan 3rd, then click on the link! This is the first time they will be asking who referred you to the program, so please put Tania Stephens and not 50 Is Not Old in that area.

This is an 8-Week Challenge virtual weight loss-based program for adults. The program runs in 8-week segments and provides you with a workout plan and meal plan that changes weekly. The workouts are designed to challenge all fitness levels and can be done at home or in the gym whenever is convenient for you. The meal plan is supplement-free and consists of whole food options you can get from your local grocery store to make each meal. (We do have plans for vegetarians, vegans, and postpartum moms.) All information for the program is shared through our private Facebook group, where you can find live workouts that can be watched at your convenience any time afterward–including Zumba, HIIT, spin, weight training and yoga. You’ll also get live question and answer sessions and accountability from the tens of thousands of other members in our group to help you reach your goals. All of this is available for 8 payments of $40. After 8 payments, you’ll have access to the program for life at no additional cost.

Comment if you joined the program, and send me a Facebook friend request. It is more fun if you have an accountability group.

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