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I saw this AWESOME article on WalletPop.com! 2 major designers give us ladies the best tips on wearing Skinny Jeans!!

Joie Rucker, designer of CJ by Cookie Johnson — the jeans that Oprah wears and recommends — says:

• Keep your shape in mind. Those with pear-shaped figures should look for a traditional skinny jean without too many details or pockets. They should stay away from skinny cargos. Those with boy-shaped figures can get away with more detail, colors and pockets. Skinny cargos may give the appearance of a more shapely silhouette. Boot cuts balance out the hip area, just don’t go getting all Popeye-like with bell bottoms.

• Avoid large back pockets. If you have wide hips or have a bit more booty, large back pockets will appear to increase the size of your back side. (You know, the part where you ask your loved ones whether something makes your behind look fat … ) Ideally, back pockets should be strategically placed and fall no lower than the crease where your thigh and booty meet.

• Avoid a muffin top. Make sure the waist of your denim isn’t too tight. Not only will this be uncomfortable, it will draw attention to the wrong place. (In some circles, this is known as re-positioning belly fat — a situation not unlike the re-positioning of back fat that occurs when you buy a bra that is a size too small.)

• Darker washes are more flattering and slimming. The old rule of thumb about you can never go wrong with black still applies.

• Make sure the inseam isn’t too long. Skinny jeans shouldn’t be baggy at the ankle. Be sure the jean breaks at your ankle and isn’t loose. Helpful hint: Nordstrom’s will hem your jeans for free.

And from Jerome Dahan, founder and creative director of Citizens of Humanity jeans line:

• Consider buying denim leggings. Citizens of Humanity has a a line with 35% stretchability, which means the jeans will hug your body, never lose their shape and always feel comfortable.

• Try on different washes. Dark washes flatter some body types while lighter, more distressed washes flatter others.

• The perfect pair of skinny jeans should hit just below the ankle so it can be work with heels, flats, sandals or tucked into boots without the fabric bunching around the ankle. Aim for a smooth silhouette for an overall lean look.
• Skinny cargos are the current “on-trend” look.