Thursday, June 16, 2011

Black Skinny Jeans Are Stylish and Cheap

If you always like to stay on top of all the fashion trends, then it makes sense that you would want to have a pair of black skinny jeans. They are essentially perfect for all situations, whether you are trying to dress up for something formal or just hanging out in a casual setting. The fact that they are better fitting than other types of pants is also a plus. When you wear them, you will look a lot more put together and professional and you will be more comfortable at the same time. The best part though, is how cheap you can get them.

A lot of people don't realize the fact that skinny jeans are actually quite a bit more affordable than standard types. You would assume that because they are so popular they would cost more, but the truth is that since they are designed with less material, they are less money to buy. The black colored options are even less money because there are so many of them. It is much easier for manufacturers to make them with a black color than it is to design them in grey, acid washed slate, or some other color. And they look fantastic on guys, girls, and even kids.

Another reason that it is smart to buy skinny jeans is because they are better fitting than standard types, which means that you can get any brand you want. Ordinarily, you would have to spend quite a bit of money to get pants that fit will, and if you didn't you would be stuck with a loose, baggy pair that would make you look a lot younger than you are. However, since the whole point of these types of jeans is to be thin and hug the legs, they are all made the same size. You can literally shop anywhere you want and all the different pairs will have the same fit, so you'll never need to worry about spending more just to feel and look good.

So whether you want to get black skinny jeans or a different color, you will enjoy how great they look on just about anyone and how comfortable they are. If you are buying your first pair, avoid the designer types. There is really no reason to spend that much money and you can get the exact same effect by shopping smarter. No one else will be able to notice the difference, and you probably won't either.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Where to Buy Second Hand Designer Jeans

Designer jeans are usually very high quality and are therefore designed to last season after season. There are two main types of buyer of designer jeans, the first buy a pair of denim jeans they like and wear them practically all the time, whether they are in trend or not. They tend to keep jeans until they wear out and then throw them away. The second type of jeans buyer will buy a pair of designer jeans every season, following the current trends. They then only wear them for that particular season before moving onto whatever trend is next. The eco-conscious of these buyers will then either sell or give away their old designer jeans. So if you're looking to buy a pair of jeans and want a designer label but can't afford to buy them new, look for a second hand pair of jeans.

There are a number of different places you can look to buy a second hand pair of jeans, among them are charity shops and auction websites.

Thrift Stores or Charity Shops
Charity shops and thrift stores make money by selling items that have been donated. So those wishing to discard their designer jeans at the end of the season may well donate them to one of these stores. The pricing of clothing varies between stores but generally a pair of jeans will cost no more than £10 - that could be as little as a tenth of what you would pay for a brand new pair of jeans.

When looking for a pair of jeans in a thrift store or charity shop, the clothes generally tend to be laid out by size and not by style so look for the jeans rail and then for your waist size on the hanger. Check the label inside the jeans to confirm the brand and the size of the jeans, then check the ticket to see how much the store is selling them at. As with any other store, try the jeans on before you buy to ensure that they will fit. Unfortunately if they do not fit, the store are extremely unlikely to have the same jeans in another size.

Auction Sites
The rise of auction sites in the late 1990s has provided another platform for buying and selling second hand items, including denim jeans. These types of website usually have a search facility so you can enter a search work such as 'jeans' and the size you are looking for. If you are looking for a specific brand of designer jeans, enter the brand in the search box too.

You will be presented with a list of items matching your search requirements. For each pair of jeans, check the brand, the size and the entire description to ensure the jeans are not damaged in any way. There is not usually a set price on these types of websites and you have to submit a 'bid'. Enter the maximum price you are willing to buy the jeans for and then wait for the auction to end. If you were the highest bidder, you will need to pay for the jeans and then wait for them to be posted to you. The disadvantage of buying jeans in this way is that you are unable to try them on before you buy and if they do not fit when they arrive, you are unlikely to be able to return them for a refund.

The beauty of buying second hand designer jeans, is that most people won't know they are second hand and will assume you have paid full retail price for them.