Yesterday we introduced you to three Street Style pics from our trip to John Lewis in London earlier this year. We’ve got heaps more photos from the trip so without further ado, here are three more looks today.

Pictured left to right:

What: Nizzagirl

She: Nadia Nizzagirl

Wears: “My pants are LTB. All my friends (in France where I live) have bought the same pair; it’s our basic for the season. The shoes are my absolute favourite shoes right now – they’re Ash. The leather jacket is Levis would you believe, a gift from Levi’s France. The shirt is brand new from Topshop, bought the day before the John Lewis Christmas press show. Luckily our hotel was ‘round the corner from Topshop on Oxford Street! ”

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What: WWIWT

She: Aideen Finnegan

Wears: “I love colour and these Vivienne Westwood for Lee Jeans are right up my street. The shoes are United Nude and can be found in Buffalo. I got them on sale. They were marked down to €80 from €200. I really couldn’t afford them at full price, so when I wear them I take victory steps! I just love the heel and everyone comments on them but I won’t lie, you do need access to a bar stool at some stage!

The grey top is from Whistles and that too was on sale. The chain I don’t think came out that well in the photo but I love it and I wear it day in day out. My cousin told me I looked like a gypsy and my mam has told me I look like a bouncer. You’d think that’d put me off, but no. This heavy linked silver chain from American Apparel is my best thing!

The big studded bangle was a purchase I made when I was living in Barcelona a couple of years ago. I know the whole studs thing has died out, but I still wear it. Studs still rock my world. My Casio watch is another staple. I wear it most days. When I don’t wear that one, I have a gold version of it instead.”

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What: Thischicksgotstyle.com

She: Yara Michels

Wears: Yara is addicted to clean, white COS tees & stocks up whenever she’s in London (as COS has not yet reached Amsterdam, where she’s based). The lace skirt is a timeless piece to dress up or down in any season – here she’s paired it with Pour la Victoire platforms and added a House of Harlow cocktail ring and Club Manhattan necklace.

What do you think of their outfits?

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By AnnMarie Proudfoot

If you had to think of one item in your wardrobe that you couldn’t live without, that you’ve had in many shades over the years and that you’ll have for many more, I am sure you would say your Jeans. They are a staple item in our wardrobe so why do we find it so hard to find the perfect pair?

Before we get straight to trying to find the perfect pair for your body type, remember the two Fs when you’re on the hunt for Jeans - Find a pair that Fits and Flatters.

Fit

No cheating now when trying on the dream pair – sucking in and holding your breath before closing the top button doesn’t mean they fit! Equally, letting them rest on your hips will probably end up with you having a builder’s crack after a while when they stretch out!

Be sure to get the correct waist fit, this can be tricky enough so try on several brands and styles to get ‘em just right. The rise (crotch length) is also key to the fit. Make sure they are not too tight or they will end up pinching, and excess fabric will end up looking bulky around the crotch area.

www.designerdenim.com is a great website that lets you choose from a variety of styles and gives you the measurement detail of each brand. The Diesel range, for example, is available in 1 inch increments for anyone who is in between the standard sizes.

Flatters

When we talk about Jeans that flatter, this covers a variety of areas from the length to the cut (bootcut, straight, flared) and finish. So if you’re thinking you weren’t gifted with “Gisele genes”, you can still make it into that perfect Jeans category by following some rules of thumb.

Jeans to suit your body type

Tummies

Go for mid rise Jeans as low rise and hipsters will just push your tummy up and over the waistband, creating the muffin top. Choose Jeans will lycra; they will also help suck you in a little.

Not Your Daughters Jeans do a tummy tuck range. They are available from Pamela Scott. They recommend you buy a size smaller than your normal for a really supportive fit.

Hippies

For the ladies with wider hips choose a style with a flared leg to balance out your proportions. The problem you find is usually that in order for them to fit your hips the waist tends to be too big. Firetrap Jeans are one of the better brands to cater for this.

Bigger Booties

Flared styles suit your figure best, again helping to balance out proportions. Avoid small pocket detail, this is just going to make you bum appear bigger. Heavy embellishment and distressed detail on the back also draws unwanted attention. Be sure the pockets are proportional with not a lot of added detail.

Low rise can also work well for you, making your rear appear shorter. Be sure they fit comfortably to avoid the builders crack with your g-string peeking out! Not Your Daughter Range will also suit your figure.

Flat Bum

If you have a flat bum don’t panic: there are jeans that can give you that lift you need. Look for Jeans with embellishment or flap pockets; they can give the illusion of a fuller behind. River Island’s – ‘sexy bootcut Jeans’ with flap pockets is a good style to go for.

Larger Thighs

Go for bootleg or flared styles, this gives width to the hem helping balance out your proportions. Avoid Skinny Jeans; they are just going to end up hugging you in the wrong places.

Gap has a good wide leg Jean with distressing around the knee area drawing attention away from the thighs.

Long and Sleek

Go for the skinny style, they will compliment your long legs. You can also wear low rise to show your midriff and slender hips. River Island has a good range. For the extra tight look, go for skinny with lycra in them. Pepe Jeans do a great range with lycra and also cater for long legs.

Short Legs

Slim fits with a little flare (but not too much) will make your legs appear longer. Avoid cropped and turn up jeans, they will just make you look smaller. You can also wear the skinny Jeans style, just be sure to get the fit right. Topshop have a petite range of bootcuts and skinny Jeans.

Key tips for choosing jeans

• Dark washes will make you appear slimmer.
• Avoid the distressed look in areas that you don’t want to draw attention too.
• Bootcuts will balance out your figure.
• The hemlines should sit at the end of your heels.
• You are better off with a little excess than Jeans that are too short.
• For your flats, you need to get yourself a second pair with the shorter length.

So are you ready? – Let’s get jeans shopping!