Oh My, Oh Minnie!

I've been looking for my new favorite pair of pants for what feels like forever. Coincidentally, I'd also been hearing fantastic things about J.Crew's Minnie Pants for, like, ever. But I'd been so busy that I never had time to go shopping and so I was pantsless for a while. (That sounds really weird, sorry!) Normally, I just order my clothes online, but I'm very particular about my pants. Last weekend though, I finally got out to the mall to continue my search for pants. Of course, I ended up at J.Crew, and when I saw the Minnies all laid out on a table, I just couldn't resist...

Oh.

My.

Goodness.

If you have never tried these pants on, I highly recommend you get to your nearest J.Crew and do so immediately. They are honestly that great. They're comfy and stretchy, almost like a legging, but they have the polish and look of real pants. And don't even get me started on how much I unexpectedly can't get enough of the cropped leg that hits right above the ankle. Oh and the side zip. Basically a stroke of genius.

I bought them on Saturday, and I've already worn them three or four times. That includes Saturday and Sunday night to go out. I just love how versatile they are! You can just as easily wear them with a pretty blouse as you can with a cardigan and an oxford.

I got a black pair in the stretch twill, but I definitely want to make a return trip for the other gorgeous colors!

How great is that green?? And the purple! Swoon.

What's your go-to pant? Do you swear by the Minnies too?

XO

Friday Favorites: Pants

Good pants are hard to find. We've all spent hours searching the racks for the perfect cut, length, and fit. When I find a pair of pants that fits perfectly, I stay loyal to those pants. So, here we go. 


North Shore Prep's favorite pants.


Favorite Jeans
I could have divided this into even more categories. I could have gone into my favorite jeggings, my favorite boot cut pair, my favorite wash. And had those all been different brands, I might have. But I am totally loyal to True Religion Brand Jeans.


They're a bit pricey, yes. But I wear my pairs quite often and definitely have gotten my money's worth. They fit so well, it's like they were specially designed for me. I've had problem in the past with jeans having too low of a rise for my body, but even True Religion's lowest rise sits comfortably on my hips and doesn't give off the illusion of the dreaded "muffin top."


My favorite pair of True Religions is the Casey Legging Jean. Denim perfection. Seriously.

The dark wash makes them perfect with anything, and the skinny leg means I can wear them with boots, flats, and heels alike.

And did I mention they're super comfy too? Jackpot.


Favorite "Real" Pants
Hands down, this one goes to J.Crew's Bennett Chino. They're buttery soft, and the fit is just right. I ordered them online on a whim and was thrilled to see that they ran very true to size. I usually have trouble with pant sizing across brands, but no such trouble with Bennett. I. Love. These. Pants. 

I currently have them in Sweet Caramel (pictured above), aka the most perfect neutral ever, but can't wait to get another pair in Poppy.

My only complaint is that they don't come in more colors. I'll have to see what Scout, Waverly, and Minnie can do for me on that front. Suggestions, anyone?


Favorite Leggings
Okay, before I unintentionally launch a "Leggings Aren't Pants" Debate, I am going to come right out and say that yes, I do wear leggings as pants. Lazy days that aren't quite sweatpant days just call for leggings with an oversized cardigan or sweatshirt and boots. Sorry I'm not sorry. There are definitely things that should not be worn with leggings as pants. But, when done right, leggings can be very good pants.


My favorite leggings are from ECI, which, according to my research, are no longer available for purchase. Bummer. But for what it's worth, I found these babies by accident at Nordstrom Rack, so all bets are off.

I have, however, heard some very good things about LuLuLemon's Wunder Under Pant.

Maybe I'll try these out when I go through my ECI's.


Favorite Sweatpants
Continuing the lazy trend, let's talk sweatpants. As a personal rule, I try not to wear them out of the house. But, during my most stressful weeks, I give myself Sweatpant Thursday. Try it. It really works wonders for my mood.


My absolute favorite sweats are from an Adrenaline Dance convention. They're bright gold and so soft. But you can't buy them unless you go to an Adrenaline convention. Meaning that for most of my readers, they're pretty much impossible to buy. But I'm pretty sure that I really love them because they're from Adrenaline.


I am equally in love with my Campus Pants from Victoria's Secret PINK.

They're perfectly oversized, perfectly soft and cozy...all around perfect sweatpants.


Favorite Yoga Pants
It had to be done. Saying that I, as a high school student, didn't wear yoga pants would be a bold-faced lie. But I count yoga pants as sweatpants, and I avoid wearing them out of the house, except on select Thursdays, of course.


My favorite yoga pants are Dance Department Bootleg Jazz Pants from Discount Dance Supply.

They fit so well and retain their stretch and shape. I've had mine for over two years and they still fit like new. And they haven't faded!!


What are your go-to pants?


XO

North Shore Prep