Jeans are a staple of every wardrobe. When you’re out shopping, men’s options generally seem relatively simple contrasted with the huge number of styles on offer in the women’s section – from bootcut to high waisted – and deciding which way to go can be tough. However, there is little doubt that there is only one style of denim which can truly be crowned the fashionista’s favourite: the skinny. At least for the time being anyway.
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With fans such as Kate Moss, Eva Longoria, and even unlikely names like Carol Vorderman, the skinny jean has been a must-have since 2005, but more and more, the men now seem to be getting in on the action.
Justin Bieber, Canada’s most famous export besides maple syrup, has hit the headlines in the fashion sections recently by sporting a look totally different from his usual style. Bieber, now infamous for his slouchy denim-ware, recently posted a picture on his Instagram account showing jeans so tight they could have been painted on.
However, this look has split the opinion of his legion of “Beliebers”, with many horrified that Justin could have turned his back on his usual style. However the star seemed adamant that the skinny jeans were a one-time thing, despite a positive response from some fans.
But what is it about the skinny that has kept us hooked for so long? Sarah Niblock, a professor of Visual Culture at Brunel University says, “They were the first British fashion movement to use fashion to be subversive. That narrow cut is very much about the outsider, about singling yourself out as somebody different.”
Maybe Justin has it right, then? We should just be going for what we like instead of what is fashionable, making that huge selection of jean styles available for women less overwhelming and more of a joy. Replay jeans are a great place to start, with a number of fantastic stylish cuts available.
March 15th, 2013 
bonz 
