Fat Skinny Jeans?
wrenak
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Is there such a thing? My body is shaped annoyingly in that my stomach and hips are bigger than anywhere else. For years and years I've worn the "stretch jean" pants with the elastic waistband, but those wear out way too quickly when I'm walking 3 times a week. I recently managed to fit into a pear of size 22 jeans (they have some small bit of stretch, but not much and they are still button/zipper pants) that I've had hidden away forever and could never even get over my hips, let alone buttoned. The waist is now starting to get looser, but the legs are SO baggy on me. I'd love to find a pair of jeans that fit both my spare tractor tire and my legs. Any good suggestions? All are welcome, but I'm on a pretty tight budget so lower priced options would be fantastic! Thanks in advance. 
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I know Levis have plus sized jeans, so maybe check their site for ideas?0
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I love my jeans from Maurice's.0
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Is there such a thing? My body is shaped annoyingly in that my stomach and hips are bigger than anywhere else. For years and years I've worn the "stretch jean" pants with the elastic waistband, but those wear out way too quickly when I'm walking 3 times a week. I recently managed to fit into a pear of size 22 jeans (they have some small bit of stretch, but not much and they are still button/zipper pants) that I've had hidden away forever and could never even get over my hips, let alone buttoned. The waist is now starting to get looser, but the legs are SO baggy on me. I'd love to find a pair of jeans that fit both my spare tractor tire and my legs. Any good suggestions? All are welcome, but I'm on a pretty tight budget so lower priced options would be fantastic! Thanks in advance.
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What about jeggings?0
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Have you considered trying on maternity skinny jeans? They fit in the legs and have stretchy material in the waist that comes up high.
I've never worn them before, but I came across a pair while shopping over the weekend.
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smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
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In the UK the only jeans that fit me right are Dorothy Perkins ones, even when I was smaller. Theyre stetchy but have a proper waist band and they fit each part of me, hug my body right and im not pulling them up all day, theyre not baggy at the knees, ankles, back. Jeans are so stressful lol!0
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teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
A size 22 'has no business wearing jeggings'?
I'm not a size 22 - But I assure you, if I was - I'd wear whatever the hell I want!0 -
PinkPixiexox wrote: »teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
A size 22 'has no business wearing jeggings'?
I'm not a size 22 - But I assure you, if I was - I'd wear whatever the hell I want!
Absolutely right pink pixie!0 -
I would look at maternity pants.
Or get pants altered to fit you.0 -
Lane bryant. Stylish clothes in plus sizes. I used to love Lane Bryant and was actually sad when I couldn't shop there anymore.0
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teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
A size 22 can wear jeggings, a bikini, anything they want. As if people need more reasons to have anxiety about the way they look. I should think the last thing they need is body shaming transferring from others. Please reconsider how you perceive overweight people.0 -
SingRunTing wrote: »Lane bryant. Stylish clothes in plus sizes. I used to love Lane Bryant and was actually sad when I couldn't shop there anymore.
Another ++ for Lane Bryant.
OP, I just read in another thread that you've lost 50 lbs since April. I HIGHLY encourage you to buy whatever jeans you want and proudly rock them. Congratulations, and keep up your hard work 0 -
teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
Uh no . . . while you may not feel appropriate wearing them at a size 22 if she feels comfy in them why not? You have no business telling her what she can and cannot wear, no matter what your size is.
I know I personally don't feel comfy in certain things but I am a size 16 and I wear compression - that's right COMPRESSION - when I run my 5Ks and I love it. I don't wear skirts because I don't like my legs, but if someone else wants to wear a skirt at size whatever then go for it.0 -
Old navy has skinny jeans in size 22 and various fits like curvy and different lengths. The only jeans I'll buy since it's hard to find a good fit for me. They often have discounts and sales online.0
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rainbow198 wrote: »Have you considered trying on maternity skinny jeans? They fit in the legs and have stretchy material in the waist that comes up high.
I've never worn them before, but I came across a pair while shopping over the weekend.
Ah no...the problem with maternity jeans is that they're meant to highlight your growing belly. It's not particularly flattering if you want to lose weight and are trying to look good. Having said that, I have never worn jeans as comfortable as my maternity jeans. I wore them until my daughter was 10 months old
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Is there such a thing? My body is shaped annoyingly in that my stomach and hips are bigger than anywhere else. For years and years I've worn the "stretch jean" pants with the elastic waistband, but those wear out way too quickly when I'm walking 3 times a week. I recently managed to fit into a pear of size 22 jeans (they have some small bit of stretch, but not much and they are still button/zipper pants) that I've had hidden away forever and could never even get over my hips, let alone buttoned. The waist is now starting to get looser, but the legs are SO baggy on me. I'd love to find a pair of jeans that fit both my spare tractor tire and my legs. Any good suggestions? All are welcome, but I'm on a pretty tight budget so lower priced options would be fantastic! Thanks in advance.
I'm a much smaller size than you but I have the same problem! My darn butt is huge and so anything that fits me well around my bum is huge around my thighs and my waist.0 -
I have an odd combination of skinny legs and hips and a big belly. I frequently alter my slacks and jeans by increasing the side seams an inch or so then tapering into the original seams as I approach the waist.0
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teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
Sorry, but this is very offensive.
OP, you wear whatever you want.0 -
teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
What size is appropriate? Where is this rule book that I've never seen? I'm a pant size 12 and I'm told that I can't wear this and then that. I'll wear whatever the hell I want!0 -
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These by LL Bean should fit the way you want. They definitely have tighter legs than other jeans. They fit me better than Lane Bryant jeans: http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/72403?feat=622-GN1&page=comfort-knit-jeans-straight-leg&productId=1218006
These women’s straight-leg comfort knit jeans may look like denim, but they’re as comfortable to wear as your favorite sweats.
LL Bean has a great guarantee policy and if you find them wearing out sooner than you think is reasonable, you can return them.
They are not cheap, so maybe put on your Christmas wish list or whatever.
I need a size smaller in these than I do in other jeans.0 -
rainbow198 wrote: »Have you considered trying on maternity skinny jeans? They fit in the legs and have stretchy material in the waist that comes up high.
I've never worn them before, but I came across a pair while shopping over the weekend.
Ah no...the problem with maternity jeans is that they're meant to highlight your growing belly. It's not particularly flattering if you want to lose weight and are trying to look good. Having said that, I have never worn jeans as comfortable as my maternity jeans. I wore them until my daughter was 10 months old and I miss them!
Ah I see. Thank you for taking the time to clarify!0 -
kirgarrison wrote: »Old navy has skinny jeans in size 22 and various fits like curvy and different lengths. The only jeans I'll buy since it's hard to find a good fit for me. They often have discounts and sales online.
I second this! I have so much love for Old Navy jeans. They have a plus-sized section on their website that goes up to 22 and beyond with different cuts of skinny jeans. And don't worry about rocking 'em at that size. Skinny jeans and a tunic type top looks great on anyone. As long as you have personal style, you can look great at any size.
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When_Bears_Attack wrote: »kirgarrison wrote: »Old navy has skinny jeans in size 22 and various fits like curvy and different lengths. The only jeans I'll buy since it's hard to find a good fit for me. They often have discounts and sales online.
I second this! I have so much love for Old Navy jeans. They have a plus-sized section on their website that goes up to 22 and beyond with different cuts of skinny jeans. And don't worry about rocking 'em at that size. Skinny jeans and a tunic type top looks great on anyone. As long as you have personal style, you can look great at any size.
Even the curvy shape doesn't help with my big bum! I have to buy the smallest size that fits my bum, wear a belt around the loose waist and wash it constantly so the shape looks decent around my legs. I don't know if I'll ever find curvy jeans that fit me properly
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teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
A size 22 can wear jeggings, a bikini, anything they want. As if people need more reasons to have anxiety about the way they look. I should think the last thing they need is body shaming transferring from others. Please reconsider how you perceive overweight people.
I knew I would get slammed for saying that and that's ok, its just IMO. I am NOT body shaming anyone! Its just IMO. IMO you should dress for your body type, no matter what it is. Just because a person can wear something doesn't mean they should, I am not putting anyone down or body shaming or hating on anyone, it is just my thoughts, it is MY truth. Look at my profile picture I was no small girl, I was aware of my size.
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Wth are jeggings? Off to google...
A-ha! For old people who aren't in the know, they're leggings made of denim (jeans.)
If a size 22 wants to wear them, more power to her.0 -
teresadutton wrote: »teresadutton wrote: »smotheredincheese wrote: »What about jeggings?
please don't take offence to this but size 22 has no business wearing jeggings. Sorry but it is true, I was once a size 22 so I know from experience. Try lane Bryant, catch a sale and you can get some amazing deals and their stuff is great!
A size 22 can wear jeggings, a bikini, anything they want. As if people need more reasons to have anxiety about the way they look. I should think the last thing they need is body shaming transferring from others. Please reconsider how you perceive overweight people.
I knew I would get slammed for saying that and that's ok, its just IMO. I am NOT body shaming anyone! Its just IMO. IMO you should dress for your body type, no matter what it is. Just because a person can wear something doesn't mean they should, I am not putting anyone down or body shaming or hating on anyone, it is just my thoughts, it is MY truth. Look at my profile picture I was no small girl, I was aware of my size.
The fact that YOU don't feel comfortable wearing jeggings at size 22 has nothing to do with whether or not others should. If you meant this as your opinion for yourself, saying that ANYONE at size 22 has "no business" wearing them was poor communication. People shouldn't be expected to hide their bodies until they reach the size that matches your opinions of what they should wear.0 -
Wth are jeggings? Off to google...
A-ha! For old people who aren't in the know, they're leggings made of denim (jeans.)
If a size 22 wants to wear them, more power to her.
Wow, my brain read jeggings as leggings in three posts, lol.
There's a pear shaped reviewer who loves these jeggings: http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-2241162/lc-lauren-conrad-jeggings-womens.jsp?color=Dark Wash Denim0 -
Thanks for all the input, all. I'm in the US (Alaska to be specific). I'll pop into the Old Navy here and try a few things on (one of my least favorite things to do is try on clothes) to see what fits and go from there. Not sure if we have Lane Bryant around, but will definitely look!0
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