After the great break-up of 05 -- I was living with a boyfriend, moved out, long story -- I lost 20 pounds. While some women reach for comfort foods (ice cream, chocolate, the works) and gain weight, during troubled times I lose it. Food just doesnt taste as good when Im sad.
I recovered, of course. I met the man of my dreams (fingers crossed) eight months ago, and were still going strong. But there was one snag: I gained 15 pounds.
A month ago my wisdom teeth had to go. I have a high pain tolerance, honest! Even still, I had a tough recovery from the extraction and couldnt eat solids for two weeks. Living on milk shakes and coffee caused my weight to drop 10 pounds.
So where am I going with this? Ive had to buy 40 pairs of jeans to uphold a decent wardrobe amidst weight fluctuations. Im sure youre all familiar with the denim tale -- so many jeans varying in lengths, shapes, sizes and styles. Where do you turn? How do you choose?
When I was heavier, I went with the flares and bootcuts. They were perfect for accentuating the positives (my rounder booty) and downplaying the negatives (my thicker thighs). Now that Im lighter, Ive been sporting skinny jeans and straight-legs. Just last week, I went to American Eagle to buy the Straight 77 Jean (pictured below). Im not even kidding -- best $40 I ever spent. Plus, the sales gal gave me a ticket, which will be valid for either a free pair of jeans or $10 off my next jean purchase. For more details and to get in on the good deal, surf www.ae.com.
