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So, remember when I told you I ordered the Hudson “jeggings”? You thought I was kidding didn’t you….
Well, they’re here!! First, I’m not sure you can call them “jeggings” as they’re not denim – they’re 90% cotton 10% spandex – they’re more like a pant-like legging. But they’re totally shaped like jeans, and they fit like jeans – including the little bit of waist-gap LOL. Honestly, I’m not sure what jeggings are supposed to be – are they just super-skinny jeans? or are they like these Hudson’s? Jean-styling, without the denim material? Whatever…
Those of you who follow me on twitter probably saw my “they’re here” tweet; the package from Shopbop arrived just after I had finished eating a TON of chips & salsa (and half a chocolate chip cookie), so I was not looking forward to trying these on. And D’uh, I HAVE to try them on the moment they arrive!!! The kicker is, that even though I was bloated and stuffed, they still fit me wonderfully, and didn’t make me feel like a sausage stuffed into a too small casing. They may make me LOOK like that, but that’s another story LOL!!
I like them a lot. I have a hard time getting past the fact that they’re so comfortable…but they’re also a great fit. I love that they’re better at “holding” everything in than regular leggings, and I feel like the heavier material makes them look a bit more appropriate as “pants” or for wearing under tunics. BUT, I still have some issues with my legs. I mean, my legs are my legs, they’ve always been very difficult for me to deal with, and now, they’re especially flabby. Leggings/tights/Jeggings do not leave anything to the imagination (like denim does) so all my curves are out for the world to see…
And I think I might be getting okay with that 🙂
What do you think?
Hudson Collin Leggings from Shopbop
James Perse deep-v tunic
Details on sizing/fit/etc., for the Hudsons: I took a 32, which is my normal denim size, and they fit me perfectly except for about an inch gap in the waist – which I can handle. They’re also VERY long, I have them tucked under here, but may decide to get them hemmed. Oh, and they do have the signature Hudson flap pockets, which are a little much for my already big butt, but I don’t planning on showing it at all, so I think it’s all good…
In comparison, I tried on these Joe’s Jeans leggings yesterday at Anthropologie and can’t really say they’re any better or worse than these – I think they would be a great substitute actually. They were a little shorter, no flap pockets, and they are about $20 cheaper. They have less cotton in them also…which I think makes them more snug.
I think you look great! Your outfit is uber-casual, but very polished and chic. I love your style and your confidence. Oh, and I also like your hair pulled back.You have a heart-shaped face!
My big concern with leggings is that they’ll shine like a freakin’ disco ball when I wear them if they have too much spandex in them. How do you find ones that don’t shine?
thank you 🙂
do these shine?? i don’t see it…they have 10% spandex. you’re thinking of the leotards/tights we wore in the 80’s…weren’t those like 90% spandex or something? didn’t we love the shine back then LOL
Sorry-no-didn’t mean to imply that! I just meant that the LAST time I tried leggings, I experienced the “shine factor” and I don’t want to go there again! I’m a girl with big German bones(OK,realistically, covered with a bit of meat : ). I love the way the Hudson’s look on you, esp. with the JP tunic top. Amazing how his stuff makes everything we wear with it look good, isn’t it? lol
Grechen–You talked me into trying on leggings. I am still not sure that I’m young enough for them (altho’ the TODAY show says otherwise) and they didn’t shine! You’re right, they’re not my 80’s leggings!! LOL
yay!! i actually wore leggings (the H&M dress/leggings combo from an outfit post several days ago) yesterday and felt kind of so-so about them. i think once the weather gets cooler, i’m going to really like these hudson “jeggings” better than leggings – i just prefer more coverage i guess. they feel more like wearing pants than tights…
I tried these on with a white boyfriend shirt and a long black cardigan over them. I can picture wearing it with my black scrunchy boots. What do you think? Enough coverage? My daughter is freaking-out at the thought!
sounds like a great outfit! and the coverage is fine…your daughter should be proud to have such a stylish mom!!
Oh, I am definitely copying and pasting this one!!! lol
You look so cute!! The top is perfect with the pants! Love it, want it!!