BSC Mailbag: Am I Too Old To Wear Colored Jeans?

Hey Kim,

I'm a 24 year-old recent college grad, and I've just entered the work force. Even though corporate America is my home 40 hours a week, I still like to have fun. I was just wondering am I too old to wear colored skinny jeans? And if not, is it possible to make them look chic?

In utter fashion frustration,
Rayna

Hey Rayna,

First of all, congrats on graduating and finding a job in this economy. And 24 ain't old, girl! Of course you can wear colored skinny jeans and look chic! There are, however, a few style guidelines you should keep in mind in order to keep yourself from looking like an adolescent hipster.




1. Carmen Colorful Skinny Jean, $139.00 2. Stone Wash Color Skinny Jean, $19.80 3. Zip Ankle Skinny Color Jean, $15.50 4. Dollhouse Colored Skinny Jeans, $39.99

1. Pick the right color. Stay away from neons and other overly saturated colors. Instead, opt for a cool tone e.g. purple, blue, green etc. They're much more mature, and easy to take from day to night.
2. Never wear a single color from head to toe. No one wants to look like a crayon, so mix it up.
3. Add a neutral. Pair your jeans with a white tee, black leather jacket, or nude pumps, and allow your jeans to be the focus of the outfit.
4. Wear heels. In my opinion, the quickest way to up the glam factor is to "put a heel on it" so to speak. Throw on a pair of killer platform heels and you’re ready to go.

Here's a sample outfit to give you some inspiration...

Rocker Chic by HyperLuxe Media

In fabulous style,
Kim

Got a burning style question? Ask me anything at kimberly@thehlmn.com.