Have you been trying to find a pair of jeans that fit like a glove, look great and don't break the bank? When jeans were invented by Levi Strauss in 1853, they were not made with fashion in mind, they were made to endure the hard lifestyle of the working man in America. This is no longer the case and jeans have become a "high" fashion item and in recent years were the "uniform" of youth. Now men and women of all ages wear jeans.

 Some years ago there was a wealth of "jean" shops, dedicated to selling only denim. These are few and far between. It is no longer the proviso of brands such as Levi and Lee to manufacture jeans. Every fashion house has its own brand from Marks and Spencer to Diesel, ranging is price from? 0 to? 50 plus for some designer labels.

 Now there are so many variations on the "jean theme" and I don't just mean price. There are boot cut, boyfriend jean, skinny leg, low rise, mid rise, high rise, high waist, flared. Then what about colour? Even if you just opt for denim rather than coloured jeans, there is dark, washed, stoned washed, bleached. The list is endless. It is a mine field out there! Here are some things to consider when you shop for jeans.

 Colour. If you are looking for coloured jeans, then make sure they are a colour that suits you and goes with tops you already have. Think about your hair, skin and eye colour. If you are dark go for dark colours, light haired, light colours. This applies to denim too. Try to match your natural colouring to the depth of dye. A medium stone wash is great for mid to moncler jackets  light blondes.

 Length. Jeans often come in different leg lengths and some even available un- hemmed so you can get the length exactly right for your legs. If your height is less 5'3" or you have proportionally short legs, I would recommend you avoid turn-ups. Try wearing heels under longer length jeans to give the impression of long legs. Cut. There are lots of different styles available, and different cuts will be more flattering and comfortable on different body shapes. If you have an hourglass figure, buy jeans with a bit of lycra in them. The jeans will show off your curves better than heavy duty straight legged jeans. Skinny jeans should only be worn by the young and skinny. Boot cut are flattering on most body shapes. If you don't have much of waist, then opt for low waist or "boyfriend" jeans. They will feel more comfortable and look much better. Before shopping for jeans decide on your budget, your body shape and colouring. It is worth taking time over this as it will save you time and money made on mistakes you never wear. If you live in your jeans, it is a good investment of your time. Comfort and a good fit are essential. Remember just because the jeans are expensive it doesn't mean they are better for you. Buy the best quality you can afford in the right colour and style and you will look a million dollars.