Let's Talk About Jeans

I hate jeans. Hate, hate, hate jeans! I find them stiff and uncomfortable. This is not a new occurrence, I have always hated jeans. For the most part I have always worn whatever "other" pant has been in style ie leggings or chinos. However sometimes you just gotta wear jeans! I have a ton of shirts that are too short to wear with leggings and that would just look best paired with a great jean.

I received an email in the mail from Madewell - owned by J.Crew (by the way, I did not know that until like a month ago). They say they have created an awesome comfortable jean and now I'm wondering... should I drop the $120 to try their jeans?

Please note, I don't look anything like this in jeans. Add about 20 lbs and a lot more "Mom" and you've got me.

So readers....thoughts? Have you tried Madewell's jeans before?

- Grace

His and Hers Christmas Wish List Part 2

28 days until Christmas and here are this week's picks for His and Hers gift ideas. I've even added a hostess gift option 'cause lots of us are traveling this year and it is just so tacky to show up empty-handed.

Hers Pick #2: Hepcat Shades by Madewell.

My awesome friend Alissa showed me these sunglasses and I think they are just. the. best.  

They are currently on sale for just $39! Now that's a price even I can afford. 

His Pick #2: Ditty Bag by Best Made Company.

My husband has a thing for unstructured bags---it puts a real strain on our marriage---and this bag would hit the spot. 

Priced at $118, the man in your life can stuff all of his crap in it without folding a thing, and be ready to go. I especially love the oversized lobster claw clip on the end. 

Hostess Gift Pick #1: Swedish Dream Sea Salt Soap.

Great packaging and priced at only $6 through CB2, this gift is chic, thoughtful, and inexpensive enough that you can buy one for yourself. 

See you here Thursday for my musings in art, and check back here on Tuesday for my next Christmas List Picks---I've got some great ones in store. 

- Grace