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Keep White Jeans White: A Simple Guide

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Corrinne

How do you keep white jeans white? They are incredibly chic, timeless, fresh and effortless… until they’re not. One spill, one wrong wash cycle, and suddenly your once‑bright whites look dull, yellowed, or even gray. The good news? Keeping white jeans white isn’t altogether impossible. Because with a few smart habits and the right care routine, you can protect your new investment and keep them looking brand‑new season after season.

Keep your white jeans white with these steps

How Do You Keep White Jeans White?

Start With Prevention

The best way to keep white jeans white is to stop stains before they start.

Be mindful of where you sit. Park benches, picnic tables, grass, stadiums and bleachers are notorious for transferring dirt and stains.
Watch dark accessories. Dark handbags, shoes, belts, or jackets can rub color onto white denim.
Get dressed last. Put your white jeans on after breakfast, brushing your teeth, applying sunscreen, makeup, self‑tanner, perfume, and lotions to avoid accidental drips and spills.

A little awareness goes a long way when it comes to preserving bright whites.

Wash White Jeans Separately—Always

This may seem obvious, but it’s one of the most common mistakes people make.

Wash white jeans only with other white items.
Even light colors can bleed over time and dull white fabric.
Avoid overloading the washer to ensure thorough cleaning.

Keeping whites in their own load prevents dye transfer and helps the fabric wash more evenly.

Turn Them Inside Out

Before washing, turn your white jeans inside out.

Why it helps:

Reduces friction on the outer surface
Prevents fading and yellowing
Protects against detergent residue buildup

It’s a simple step that makes a noticeable difference, especially over time.

Choose the Right Detergent (Less Is More)

Use a detergent formulated for whites or one labeled “color‑safe and residue‑free.”

Tips:

Avoid using too much detergent. Excess soap can cling to fabric and cause dullness.
Skip fabric softener—it can leave a film that traps dirt.
If you want an extra boost, add a small amount of baking soda to the wash for brightness.

Harsh chemicals may promise “whiter than white,” but they can weaken fibers and lead to yellowing in the long run.

Treat Stains Immediately

When it comes to white denim, timing is everything.

Blot spills right away—don’t rub.
Pre‑treat stains with a gentle stain remover or a mix of mild detergent and water. I like Clean Mama’s Stain Spray.
Let the treatment sit for 10–15 minutes before washing.

Make sure the stain is out before you put jeans into the dryer; heat will set the stain permanently.

Clean Mama Strain Spray is one tool for keeping white jeans white — Clean Mama Stain Spray is one tool for keeping white jeans white

Avoid Chlorine Bleach

This surprises a lot of people, but chlorine bleach isn’t your best friend.

It can weaken fabric and cause yellow tones over time.
Bleach reacts poorly with sweat and body oils, making stains more noticeable.

If you want a whitening boost, opt for oxygen‑based bleach, which is gentler and safer for denim. I like Clean Mama’s Oxygen Whitener Bleach Alternative.

Wash in Cold or Warm Water, Not Hot

Hot water may seem like the best cleaning option, but it can actually lock in stains and break down fibers.

Use cold water for regular washes.
Choose warm water only if jeans are heavily soiled (and always check the care label).

Cooler washes preserve both color and structure.

Air Dry Whenever Possible

The dryer is one of the biggest culprits behind dull white jeans.

Air drying helps prevent yellowing and shrinking.
Lay jeans flat or hang by the waistband to keep their shape.
If you must use the dryer, choose a low‑heat setting and remove them while slightly damp.

Sunlight can naturally brighten whites, but avoid long exposure that could weaken the fabric.

Store Them the Right Way

Proper storage matters more than you think.

Make sure jeans are completely clean before storing—old stains can oxidize over time.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Avoid hanging next to dark clothing that could transfer dye.

If you store jeans folded, add acid‑free tissue paper between them to reduce color transfer.

Final Thoughts

White jeans are a wardrobe investment—and with the right care, they can stay bright for years. A thoughtful washing routine, quick stain treatment, and a little extra precaution will keep your whites looking clean, crisp, and confident. When you’re ready to buy some new white jeans, check out our How To Measure Inseam video and then shop Search By Inseam for the best fit.

How to Measure Inseam Video

Posted on August 2, 2023 by Corrinne

I’ve been wanting to make a how to measure inseam video for months now, and finally got around to it! Since it’s summer, both my kids are around during the day and I needed their extra hands to film and edit this video. My husband also helped with the editing, so it was a whole family project. 🙂

So, why does inseam matter? Knowing the length of your legs is one of the most important measurements that will help you find a great fit. Just like waist and hip measurements, inseam length determines whether you’ll wind up with highwater pants, hemlines that drag on the ground, or a perfect fit. While you can buy jeans and pants that are too long and take them to the tailor for professional hemming, shopping for your exact inseam length will save you time, energy and money. Who doesn’t want that?! If you’d like more information about tailoring, check out this post about how to find a good and inexpensive tailor. But if you’d like to find the perfect length for you without dealing with a tailor, keep reading.

As this how to measure inseam video shows, you want to start with a pair of jeans or pants that fit you well in length. You’ll also need a measuring tape. Any kind will work, but the flexible sewing measuring tapes are easiest for this task. Here’s a cute pink sewing measuring tape on Amazon, if you don’t already have one. Now take the jeans and lay them flat on a table or the floor. Smooth them out and turn them so you can see the inside seam on one of the legs. Use the measuring tape to carefully measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the leg. This number (in inches) is your inseam length. After you know this important number, use it to shop for your exact inseam length at SearchByInseam.com.

Let us know what you think of the video in the comments below!

Tall Women-owned Small Businesses

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Corrinne

Corrinne Henderson runs Search By Inseam, a tall woman-owned small business specializing in hard to find inseams. Photo by Bellevue, WA Photographer Ling Ling Zheng

Search By Inseam is a tall woman-owned small business, and I try to support other women in business as much as possible. Here is a list of women entrepreneurs we love to work with – and either have direct experience with and/or have a reciprocal relationship with. I highly recommend all of these!

First up is The Elevated Closet. This tall woman-owned small business is run by Jordan Smith, who is a 6’4″ former WNBA player and women’s college basketball coach. She really knows how to make clothing for tall women! You’ll be impressed with women’s jeans in extra long inseam lengths like 35″, 36″, 37″ and 38″ in sizes up to 20-22. There is such a need for tall women’s plus size clothing and Jordan is doing a great job in this space! You’ll also find tall maternity jeans in 37″ inseam lengths as well as tall tops, swimsuits, dresses and shoes, as well as some tall kids’ clothing. Use this affiliate link for The Elevated Closet and code SEARCHBYINSEAM for 10% off your first order. You’ll also find The Elevated Closet’s jeans and pants available on Search By Inseam.

Second on the list is TJL Collection, where fashion, fit and length meet. This is a Black tall woman-owned small business run by Tiffany Jones-Lewis. Tiffany designs beautiful and colorful tall women’s pants and jumpsuits in inseams that go up to 38.5″! If you are a tall woman, you know how hard it is to find a jumpsuit that is long enough in both the legs and the torso! TJL Collection also has tall bodysuits, dresses, and great slogan t-shirts. You’ll find tall women’s plus size clothing up to a size 3XL. The pants and jumpsuits are available on Search By Inseam as well. And if you’re in the Dallas, TX area, check out the periodic Tall Girls Meet Up events sponsored by TJL Collection, where you can make lasting connections with fun, food and fashion. I’d be in if I lived closer! 😉

Thirdly, Sassy n Tall is a tall woman-owned small business started by Canadian Corina Taylor that specializes in tall women’s t-shirts made of sustainable eco-friendly bamboo and cotton. These shirts are designed for long tall women, but lots of women who aren’t tall and are just looking for a long shirt to cover their rear ends are also fans of these. They are soft and luxurious and I own three of them in different styles and colors. 🙂 You can check out my full review here. Corina has designed and manufactured them in Canada and ships worldwide. When I ordered mine, she put them in the mail on the same day!

Sassy n Tall carries tall women’s sustainable cotton bamboo t-shirts

The fourth woman entrepreneur I love working with is Bellevue, WA Photographer Ling Ling Zheng. Ling Ling is a very talented photographer and has done beautiful work for me personally and professionally. You can check out some of her photos in this Tall and Sustainable Clothing blog post. If you live in the Bellevue/Seattle/Eastside area and are looking for business, family, maternity, or newborn photos, check her out! She is super organized and also laid back, which is a great combo in a professional photographer.

Bellevue, WA photographer Ling Ling Zheng has done beautiful work for me personally and professionally

Fifth on the list is Gi Wear, a Black woman-owned small business specializing in tall girl approved athleisure wear. Gi Wear was founded by 5’10” Sheree Hudson. Sheree had a hard time finding activewear leggings that were long enough for her legs, so she decided to create her own! Gi Wear carries 36″ inseam leggings, athletic skirts, crop tees, gym bag and more. Leggings and skirts come in sizes small to 2XL.

Gi Wear specializes in tall girl approved athleisure wear

I hope you’ve enjoyed this list of tall woman-owned small businesses! We are always looking to add more to our list, so please comment below if you have any to recommend!

Best Stores for Men’s Shorter Inseam Lengths

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Corrinne

A friend of mine said she was shopping for a 28″ inseam jean for her 14-year-old son recently, and had a hard time finding something short enough for him that also had a small enough waist. Since my son is 13 and topping out of kid sizes, I started looking for the best stores for men’s shorter inseam lengths for him, too. A good portion of our sales at SearchByInseam.com are for men’s jeans in 26-28″ inseams. Besides teenagers, there are also plenty of men with shorter inseam lengths because the average American male is just under 5’10” tall. Although someone with below average height doesn’t necessarily have a below average inseam length, it is often correlated. No matter what your height, it’s important to know your inseam length, and we tell you how to measure your inseam length here.

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted about the best brands for shorter mean’s inseams (this post first appeared in 2018), so here’s an updated list with the best stores for men’s shorter inseam lengths:

SearchByInseam.com. We may be biased, but this is the best place to shop for shorter inseam lengths – or any inseam length, for that matter. The site allows you to search multiple sellers for your exact inseam and waist size, saving you time and money. You can also select your favorite brands and price range, as well as shop for jeans, pants, shorts, or workout pants.
Men’s Shorter Inseam Lengths Available on SearchByInseam.com
Express.com. While there is a small selection of men’s 28″ inseam jeans and pants, Express does usually have them. You can search by waist, inseam, and style. This store offers free shipping on orders over $50 and free returns.
Express Extra Slim Navy Wool-Blend Performance Tuxedo Pants
OldNavy.com. Old Navy’s shortest men’s jeans and pants have a 28″ inseam length. Shipping is free on all orders over $50 if you are a rewards member (it’s free to join) and $9 on orders if you’re not a rewards member. It pays to sign up! Returns are free on all orders. You’ll often see sales from this seller as well.
Old Navy Loose Non-Stretch Jeans for Men
Gap.com. Men’s short jeans at Gap start at a 28″ inseam length. Like Old Navy, shipping is free on orders over $50 for rewards members (it’s free to join) and $9 on orders if you’re not a member. So, it pays to sign up! Returns are free on every order.
Straight Jeans in GapFlex with Washwell
BananaRepublic.com. Banana Republic also starts their short men’s jeans with an inseam length of 28 inches. You’ll get free shipping on orders over $50 for rewards members (it’s free to join) and $9 on orders if you’re not a member. Therefore, it pays to sign up! Returns are free on all orders.
Banana Republic Straight Legacy Jean
Amazon.com. Amazon just recently got into the clothing market, and even more recently launched their own clothing brand! Amazon Essentials is a great brand for men with shorter inseam lengths because the jeans come in a 28″ length. In addition, you’ll also find the reliable Lee and Levi’s brands, some styles with 28″ inseam lengths. Look for free Prime shipping and a free 7-day try-on available for some products. Free returns.
Amazon Essentials Men’s Slim-Fit Stretch Jean
Lands’ End. Lands’ End has the shortest men’s jeans I’ve ever found! Their inseam lengths start at just 26″ and go up every half inch – for example 26.25″, 26.5″, 26.75″ and so on. They also carry a men’s 27″ inseam, which is super rare. Shipping is free on orders over $99 and returns are free.
Lands’ End Men’s Traditional Fit Comfort-First Jeans
Nordstrom. While you don’t often find men’s jeans in inseams shorter than 30″ here, the store offers free alterations so you can hem jeans as short as you want. Nordstrom has free shipping and returns, plus an awesome rewards program that gives you free alterations and Nordy Notes. It’s a free program and totally worth signing up for here.
Men’s Mavi Jeans Matt Relaxed Fit Jeans Available at Nordstrom.com

Hopefully this list helps you find men’s shorter inseam jeans in 26-28″. Let us know in the comments if there are any other stores you’ve found that carry these shorter lengths. Happy shopping! Post contains affiliate links.

Where to Buy Women’s Plus Size Jeans

Posted on September 30, 2022November 25, 2023 by Corrinne

Jeans are a staple in every closet, no matter the size or shape of a body. While it can be tricky to find cute plus size jeans that fit well, more and more online retailers are carrying good options today. Keep reading for recommendations on where to buy women’s plus size jeans.

Here are the best websites we’ve found for women’s plus size jeans:

1. Search By Inseam is great because the site allows you to search multiple online stores at once, saving you time and money. You can select your exact inseam length, favorite brands, high/mid/low rise, and price range, and easily compare the results. Inseam lengths typically range from 24 inches to 37 inches, with new inventory being added all the time. You can also sign up for new product alerts so you know as soon as something gets added that meets your criteria. Don’t know your inseam yet? Check out the page on how to measure your inseam.
2. Silver Jeans Co. allows you to search by waist, inseam length, leg style, rise, color, wash, style and fit. Waist sizes are generally 12-24 and inseam lengths are typically 27-35. Silver offers free standard shipping and free returns within 30 days.
  Silver Jeans Plus Size Avery High Rise Slim Bootcut Jeans
3. Old Navy sells women’s plus size jeans in sizes 12-30, and in inseam lengths up to 36 inches. Shipping is free on all orders over $50 if you are a rewards member (it’s free to join) and $9 on orders if you’re not a rewards member. It pays to sign up! 🙂 Returns are free on all orders.
  Old Navy’s Plus Size High-Waisted Wow Flare Jeans
4. Avenue carries plus size denim in sizes 12-34 and in inseams of 26-34 inches. Everything on the site is made to fit plus size women, so you won’t need to hunt around for a subsection of plus size clothing. Get free standard shipping on orders over $100, and $7.95 for orders under $100. Returns are free at select Happy Returns bars in the United States within 90 days or $5.95 by mail.
  Avenue’s Knit Plus Size Pull On Jean in Black
5. Nordstrom.com has a good selection of plus size clothing, with jeans commonly ranging from size 16-28. Check out Nordstrom’s house brand Wit & Wisdom in plus sizes here. You’ll find a good selection of well made denim styles under $90. Nordstrom has free shipping and returns, plus an awesome rewards program that gives you free alterations and Nordy Notes. It’s a free program and totally worth signing up for here.
  Nordstrom’s Wit & Wisdom Plus Size Itty Bitty Bootcut Jeans
6. Long Tall Sally is based in the UK and has plus sizes up to 28 and inseam lengths up to 38″. The whole site is designed for tall women, so you won’t find inseam lengths shorter than 32″. You will pay for shipping and returns, based on the weight of your order.
  LTS Tall Indigo Blue RAE Bootcut Jeans
7. Gap.com offers jeans up to size 35 (waist) and the ability to see products on a model wearing a size 16 or a size 4. Shipping is free on orders over $50 for rewards members (it’s free to join) and $9 on orders if you’re not a member. It pays to sign up! 🙂 Returns are free on all orders.
  Gap Mid Rise ’90s Loose Flare Jeans with Washwell
8. Alloy Apparel has tall plus-size jeans up to size 20 and inseam lengths up to 37″. You’ll also find tall plus sized pants, jumpsuits, leggings, dresses, tops, blazers and more. Shipping is free when you spend $100.
  Alloy Apparel Tall Anderson Side Slit Plus Size Jeans for Women in Medium Wash
9. Express sells women’s jeans in sizes up to 25, but the selection isn’t great at the larger sizes (especially sizes 24 and 25). There is a good selection of trendy denim in sizes that are smaller than 24. Express also has longer inseams that can reach up to 36″ at times, depending on the style of the jean. This store offers free shipping on orders over $50 and free returns.
  Express Mid Rise Light Wash Ripped Raw Hem Skinny Jeans
10. Lands’ End offers a large selection of women’s plus size clothing, including tall plus and petite plus. Jean sizes go up to 26 and inseam lengths are typically between 28″ and 32″. Shipping is free on orders over $99 and returns are free.
  Lands’ End Women’s Plus Size Recover High Rise Bootcut Blue Jeans

What other online stores do you like for women’s plus size jeans? Please tell us in the comments! 🙂

It’s Time to Shop for Shorts!

Posted on March 21, 2022 by Corrinne

It’s rainy and 42 degrees here in Seattle right now, but it’s time to shop for shorts! 🙂 Early spring is the best time to shop for shorts because stores are stocking up for Spring Break and have a great selection. Some stores are even running sales on their shorts to get their inventory moving! I’m seeing lots of colors and trends, and wanted to share those with you. I’ll also tell you how to figure out which shorts inseam is best for you.

I love all the colors I’m seeing in shorts right now, and I wanted to see if I could make a rainbow of shorts for this post. It was tough to find purple, but red through blue was pretty easy. 😉

First up, we have a red bike short from Old Navy. Bike shorts are great for biking (duh), but they also work well for yoga, running, or wearing under a skirt. Bike shorts tend to have a longer inseam length, and this pair comes in 3 different lengths: 7.25″, 8″ and 9.25″. They are often made from compression material and are great at holding you in. Look for features such as tag-free and moisture-wicking.

Old Navy Bike Shorts 8" inseam — Old Navy Bike Shorts 8″ inseam

Athletic shorts have also been a trend in recent years. Wear these for anything athletic, or simply to hang out in when the weather warms up. I wear shorts like this daily in the summer because they are so lightweight and comfortable. These bright orange shorts from Buckle are a bit longer in the back, which is super nice for extra coverage when you’re active.

Buckle Orange Shorts 3" inseam — Buckle Orange Shorts 3″ inseam

For yellow , I found this cheery pair of Juicy Couture Yellow French Terry Sweat Shorts from Nordstrom. These shorts show off the high waist trend we’ve seen a lot in the last couple years. Sweat shorts are also making a comeback, with their soft lining and laid back vibe. With a 7″ inseam, these shorts fall in-between Bermuda knee-length shorts and short athletic shorts, which might feel too modest for some, but perfect for others who want a bit longer coverage.

Juicy Couture Yellow French Terry Sweat Shorts 7" inseam — Juicy Couture Yellow French Terry Sweat Shorts 7″ inseam

Green is my favorite color, and I love the tie waist on these paperbag shorts from Buckle. To wear the paperbag shorts trend well, it helps to have a defined waist and be comfortable tucking your shirt in. Tucking your shirt in allows you to really show off the cute waist details. Many shorts in this trend feature very short inseam lengths, like this 2.25″ inseam below.

Buckle Green Paperbag Shorts 2.25" inseam — Buckle Green Paperbag Shorts 2.25″ inseam

These teal shorts from Eddie Bauer are great for outdoor adventures or casual pursuits close to home. They offer sun protection and are made from stretchy nylon with a little bit of spandex. The regular inseam length is 7 inches; the petite inseam length is 6.5 inches; the tall inseam length is 7.5 inches, and the women’s plus inseam length is 7 inches. This is a good length for casual shorts and hiking shorts.

Eddie Bauer Teal Shorts 7" inseam — Eddie Bauer Teal Shorts 7″ inseam

Jean shorts are always in style, and this year is no different. This medium indigo wash jean short from Silver Jeans has a shorter 4″ inseam that’s perfect for hanging out. It features a mid-rise which is good for either tucking your shirt in or leaving it out. Distressing is fairy heavy on these jean shorts, making them good for casual days.

Silver Jeans Suki Short 4" inseam — Silver Jeans Suki Short 4″ inseam

And finally, we make it to the end of the rainbow with purple shorts! 🙂 These high waisted purple shorts from Express have a short 3.5 inch inseam length and look best with a tucked-in top. Their shape and tailoring make them a dressier option, and they’d be great with heels or wedge sandals.

Express High Waisted Purple Shorts 3.5" inseam — Express High Waisted Purple Shorts 3.5″ inseam

Which colors and styles are your favorite shorts to wear? If you’re not sure about what inseam length would be best for you, follow the steps listed in how to measure your inseam length and just use shorts instead of jeans. The same rules apply. Now that you know early spring is the best time to shop for shorts, get shopping at SearchByInseam.com where you can find the exact inseam length you want!

Kid too tall for children’s jeans?

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Corrinne

Is your kid too tall for children’s jeans all of a sudden? It sneaks up on you for sure! We are just starting to hit that point with my 12-year-old son. For years, he always wore the same size clothing as his age. But at some point, he started moving through the sizes faster than that, and now he’s needing jeans and pants that are in the 14-16 size range. And I think another growth spurt is just around the corner! 😉

My husband and I are both tall, and he’s on the taller end of the growth chart, too, so it won’t be long before our kid is too tall for children’s jeans and pants. What then? I’m a planner and I like to shop sales and buy ahead whenever I can. So I started looking around online, and found that there were actually some retailers that went up to a kid size 20! Whew! We have a few more years (I hope!) until we need to start buying him adult jeans and pants.

Currently, we shop at a few online stores for children’s clothes. Hanna Andersson has been one of our favorites for hand-me-down quality, but they usually only go up to a size 12 for pants. Sometimes you can find 14-16, but usually that is just for tops. We like the boys’ pants and fleece at Carter’s and Eddie Bauer – and both of these stores go up to a children’s size 14. The Children’s Place carries sizes up to size 16, and that’s been a good place for kid ski pants, athletic pants, warm fleece pants, and sherpa hoodies. (Both my boys are crazy for sherpa hoodies!) We buy kid sizes up to 18 at Stitch Fix, Gap, and Old Navy. And Nordstrom, Macy’s, Amazon, and Lands’ End actually go up to a kid size 20!

Oh and in case you are looking for footed pajamas for bigger kids (both my boys still want them!), we have several pairs from Footed Pajamas and like them. After you top out at a kid size XL, you can easily go into adult footed pajamas that are based on height.

So what happens after a kid’s size 20? You enter the brave new world of adult sizing! For joggers and some other types of pants, you just start at an XS size. If your kid is skinny, get pants that have a working drawstring. For jeans, you’re going to need to measure your inseam. Once you know your inseam, shop at Search By Inseam for the exact length you need. Where are we getting our shortest jeans? With ankle length styles being so popular right now, it’s easier than ever to find a shorter inseam for your teen or kid who’s too tall for children’s sizes. You can read our blog post on Short Men’s Jeans or check our buying guide for women’s petite/short inseams.

When your kid is too tall for children’s jeans anymore, don’t panic. Yes, you can grieve that your little one is growing up – that is normal. But after that, you can move on into the adult section, where XS sizes are often on clearance! 😉

Photo by Rogério Martins from Pexels

Wearing a Shift as a Top Works Well for Tall Frame

Posted on May 21, 2017August 19, 2026 by Corrinne

Who else knew that wearing a shift as a top works well for a tall frame? I just learned this to be true, and it feels like I stumbled across an incredible tall girl secret!

I’m wearing a shift as a top instead of a dress – and it actually works for me! I’d normally nix the idea of wearing such a short mini dress because I’m so tall it would be super short. But I’ve been following Tanasha of Pretty Tall Style for a few weeks now and she pulls it off so well! I never thought of this idea until I saw her do it. She is 6’4″ (which is 4″ taller than me) and I love how she wears this blue mini dress as a top. I’ve never thought of wearing a short dress as a top before, but it works so well with skinny jeans! (See my post about how long skinny jeans should be here.) I’m sure it would be great with leggings too, and I have the perfect $10 pair for you.

I don’t think the look would work well with a bootcut or flared leg jean. You need something slim on the bottom to balance the top. So, after seeing Tanasha nail the look, I decided to try the trick of wearing a shift as a top for myself. I ordered this Corey Red Kendra Shift from Rent the Runway as part of my Unlimited subscription.

Wearing a Shift as a Top Works Well for Tall Frame

This shift is the best, brightest color of orange. I love it how pops! It has a perforated pattern that is really fun and has handy side pockets. There is lining from the shoulder to the hemline. The three-quarter-length sleeves aren’t lined, so your skin is visible through the holes on the arms. I received a lot of compliments on the shift and I liked how it looked with my Hudson Nico Elysian Mid Rise Skinny Jeans and my Earthies nude flats that have amazing arch support (and are available in sizes 5-12 on Amazon).

Other Rent the Runway reviewers wrote that they wore this as a short dress. I think I’m the first one to wear it as a top with jeans! I’m going to have to try this again! No more ruling out short dresses; I’ll just re-purpose them! Thanks to Tanasha of Pretty Tall Style for letting me in on this fashion secret for tall women. 🙂

Photo by Jason Henderson.

What to Wear Under Tight or White Denim

Posted on October 9, 2016 by Corrinne

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I try not to notice these things, but they pop up in my browser and on the covers of magazines at the store and salon. I'm talking about celebrities who get caught going commando, and it seems to happen with some regularity… While most of us don't have paparazzi ready to shoot our every fashion faux pas (thank goodness!), there is no reason YOU need to risk similar embarrassment. Some of our readers have asked if they should wear a thong under tight or white jeans or simply forgo undies altogether. I'm here to tell you that you can keep your panties on, people! If you don't find a thong comfortable (and I've only met 2 whole people in my entire life who claim they actually do), there are some great options out there that are perfect for tight or white denim. Your first option costs around $20 and is an Assets by Sara Blakely Mid-Thigh Shaper in nude. (Get the nude for white denim or white pants; black is fine for other colors of jeans and pants.) Maternity Assets shapers are also available. I've worn these mid-thigh shapers under white linen pants, white shorts, skirts, and short dresses as well, so they are really versatile – and inexpensive. Sara Blakely is the creator of Spanx and knows what she's doing. These shapers eliminate panty lines; you can wear them alone or with underwear underneath them.

Your second option, which has more shaping and control, costs around $35 and is a SPANX Power Short. Like the Assets, there's also a maternity option called the SPANX Mama Short.

Spanx are available at Spanx.com, Nordstrom.com and Amazon.com. If you want tummy control, go for a higher shaper vs. a low-rise shaper. Remember to buy a nude or taupe shaper if you're going to wear white denim or pants. If you're buying the shaper for blue denim or dark pants, feel free to purchase black. And if you want to shape your legs the whole way down, go for a footless or capri-length shaper. Whatever option you choose, you'll be saying goodbye to visible panty lines when you're wearing tight or white denim and pants – and avoiding your own embarrassing fashion faux pas!

3 Tips for Wearing Boots & Booties with Skinny Jeans

Posted on October 1, 2016August 18, 2026 by Corrinne

Wearing boots and booties with skinny jeans is super cute in the fall. After reading the post How Long Should Skinny Jeans Be? Reader Julia emailed to ask for advice on how to wear different types of boots and booties with skinny jeans. Julia, I’m glad you asked, because I’ve certainly been thinking about this topic a lot lately! 🙂 It’s October and we have our annual family pictures coming up. The photoshoot will be at a tree farm in Snohomish and I think it would look cute if the whole family was in boots. My husband wasn’t too keen on wearing his black rubber boots, but I think I convinced him it would look good. Anyway… Boots and booties with skinny jeans! I’ve been people watching and reading online articles and have come up with a few pointers. Here goes:

Tall boots pair best with a skinny jean. This is because a skinny jean fits tight around the knee and there’s no extra fabric to pool around the top of the boot. You need a skinny pant or jean to get that smooth sleek profile that comes with wearing a tall boot. Before I got skinny jeans, I tried rolling my bootcut jeans at the ankle and stuffing them into tall socks, but the jeans were just too sloppy on top to wear with tall boots. Learn from my mistake, and pair your tall boots with skinny jeans or pants for the best fall look.
Booties are super cute with skinny jeans. However, you do have to be careful. Jeans should hit at your ankle bone or be rolled up to the ankle bone UNLESS the bootie hits above the ankle bone. Then you need the jean hem to hit just above the bootie. You need to see a sliver of skin between the jeans and booties when you walk or sit. Wear a short sock with booties that you can’t see. Get a good pair of short athletic socks that won’t fall down and drive you crazy. If this has ever happened to you, you know what I mean.
Watch the contrast between jean and boot color – you don’t want too much contrast. If you’re looking for a classic and slimming look, you can’t go wrong with black on black. If you want to wear a gray or tan boot or bootie, go for a lighter wash jean. A dark brown or black boot or bootie is going to look best with a darker wash jean (medium blue or darker). Keep the contrast to a minimum for the best look this fall.

And there you have it! 3 tips for wearing boots and booties with skinny jeans this fall.

Wearing Boots & Booties with Skinny Jeans