Finding a pair of good
fitting jeans these days is like bathing suit shopping, frustrating with diminishing returns. Our maven of fashion Vanessa Reyes has laid out the best picks for all Moms with
real bodies, curves, lumps, bumps, sugar, spice and everything nice!

CJ by Cookie Johnson Jeans - These jeans are
fantastic and are worth every penny. The secret to the amazing fit is stretch
and a sweet silk waist band that makes them so comfy. CJ Jeans are made for
ladies of all shapes and sizes, starting
at a size 24 (US size 0) and go all the way up to a size 38 (US size 18).These
are one of the few designer denim labels that carry a larger size usually they
stop at 32 (US size 12) which can be quite annoying for us voluptuous gals.
Simple, cool, figure flattering and fabulous, they also happen to be Oprah’s
favorite jean, and you know whatever O says goes! 

Paige Premium Denim – "You don't have to be a size zero to look great and feel
great in a pair of designer jeans",
says Paige Adams Gellar founder of Paige Premium Denim. Starting out as a fit
model for practically every designer denim label in the U S of A, she decided
to take all of her expert knowledge and create her own "perfect fitting
jean" and she has! These jeans make your butt look incredible and I
can say that from firsthand experience, and my butt is a size 14. These Jeans
come in so many styles and washes. They also start at size 24 (US 0) and select
styles do go up to a size 34 (US 14). They also have wonderful and super comfy
maternity jeans for Mommy to be's!

Levi's Jeans - Good ole Levi's, what
can I say, these are truly a classic. The company has been around since
1873, and they have definitely mastered the art of the blue jean. They are as
American as apple pie and are certainly as old. I'm sure at one point in your
life you had a pair in your closet. Levi's now has a nice range of denim starting from
$20. They have also launched Levi's Eco which are jeans made of 100% organic
cotton for all of you green gals out there.

Lee Jeans Slender Secret - Lee jeans always
seemed like Levi's un cool step sister in my opinion but they are now
back and better than ever with their Lee Jeans Slender Secrets line. Super
stretchy denim, will make you look 10 pounds thinner without making your wallet
10 pounds thinner! Available at JC Penny's, this super comfy denim won’t
stretch out and sag

American Eagle Outfitters – AE has great fits
for all body types. Truly the best way to buy trendy, of the moment, jeans without
breaking the bank. American Eagle is
the new Gap. They also go up to size 18 online, (voluptuous gals you know I'm
lookin’ out for ya!) My favorite styles from AE are the Boyfriend jeans.

Honorable mentions:

Tummy Tuck Jeans, AG Jeans, Mossimo for Target, Bandalino, Miss Me Jeans,
Jones N.Y Jeans, Blank & J Brand Jeans

Trends to look out for:

Gray Jeans, Denim Leggings
also known as "Jeggings", the initial necklace, and studded
accessories.

Things to Know:

When Buying jeans take
your time, and watch out for "whale tale" (the gap in the back
that shows your goodies). Look for jeans with a lot of stretch.

Buy for the body you
have now, not the one you may have a month from now.

Be kind to yourself and
remember if you are not comfortable in your new jeans, you will never ever wear
them.

Good Luck ladies and may
the fashion force be with you!

Vanessa