More trouser envy

Milla Jovovich channeling Jane Birkin

In the spirit of Tuesday's post, we're continuing our tribute to trouser jeans. Today's trousers are a bit lighter in color and has an exaggerated hem finish. We have a similar pair, the Found Denim Abilene Jean -- one of Found's best-sellers. To complete the look, we suggest the black Vanessa Bruno fine knit cotton cardigan (available in-store) tucked in and wedge sandals. It's an inspired 70's look made modern, while adding a bit of romance back into the way we dress.

Trouser Envy

This outfit is styled to a T. We really like the wide-legged silhouette with the a-line of the peacoat, and the platform wedges -- love. Get the look with our Found Denim Agatha Jeans on sale now. Use promocode: extra10 for an additional 10% off your entire purchase. Promocode expires on 1/31/10.

Photo: jakandjil.com

All the Rage

Found Denim Founders Lana Cretz and Sara Watson

Found Denim's 'Sew and Destroy Party' (taken from the Los Angeles Times by Melissa Magsaysay)

Found Denim designers Lana Cretz and Sara Watson set out to “destroy” jeans last night during a party held at the Revolve Clothing store in West Hollywood. The duo worked behind sewing machines and a table full of gadgets that looked like medieval torture tools, custom nicking, ripping and slashing jeans for anyone who bought a pair of Found jeans during the event.

For those who turned to the pros at last night’s event, there were plenty of soft tacos fresh from a taco truck and Champagne to keep them occupied while waiting for their jeans to get wrecked.

If you don’t know Found, it’s a denim line to watch or try on, if you’re in the market for a new pair of jeans. Cretz was the creative director at AG and Hudson before launching the Found label with Watson two years ago, and they’ve nailed a great fit, especially with the Symone skinny jean and Abilene wide leg. Nicking not required, but judging by the hip crowd at last night’s party, it’s clearly what the cool kids are doing.

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These are our picks here at Josef

Abilene Wide Legs

Ellie Super Skinnies

Blythe Straight Legs

Recent Press for Found Denim

When we discovered this line in 2008 it was love at first fit. They're a little different from your run-of-the-mill mall denim. To start they have back darts above the back pockets that make your behind look awesome. We also enjoy the clean pockets -- clear of any embroidery, patchwork, and sparkle. So far we've gotten the black Juliettes in the shop and are eagerly awaiting the denim leggings. Check back soon for more Found Denim!

We want trouser leg jeans!

Found Denim Abilene Jeans available in store

These are the jeans we've been wanting for Fall. As we're getting closer to our trip to NYC, these are the jeans we're imagining wearing to the showrooms with a Steven Alan navy on white striped tee, Wren khaki anorak and the perfect pair of brown suede moccasins. When it gets colder, how cute will they look with chunky sweaters. They were great in the summer with little cami tops and they're going to transition beautifully into the cold months. Since they're Found Denim, they're going to make our behinds look amazing. The wash is between dark and super faded. They run long, so call on your alterations expert and give them a heads up.

Found Denim and Block Party

Thank you to all those who stopped by our table at the Menlo Park Summer Block Party last night. We had a blast meeting you and sharing a table with our friendly neighbors at Milana C.

In other news, the Found Denim Juliette high waist skinny jeans in black just arrived! They're made from Japanese denim, and as always, they fit like a glove and are super soft and lightweight.

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Gwyneth Paltrow in Grey Ant Denim

For Spring and Summer we brought in a pair of Grey Ant Denim Jeans, and over the weekend while reading GOOP we spotted Gwyneth Paltrow in the same pair. We love how she wears them hemmed exactly to the ground with a cute black jacket. If you're setting your sights on Fall, these jeans can definitely take you through the season. Grey Ant Plain Front Bell Jeans (187) available at Josef Boutique, Menlo Park, CA.

Warm fuzzy sweaters - oh my

I've been thinking about my sweater display in the shop for some time now. I got this suggestion and decided I'd try it today. I definitely like it better than the old display (folded and piled in the jewelry nook). At least now each style can be seen without having to move another. I just have to remember to keep the drawers open. Without thinking, I want to close them due to my hider tendencies, but have to remind myself that these are meant to be seen. As a bonus, they're situated right under the jeans. Viola, instant outfits!

Sweaters left to right: Wren black cashmere turtle neck on sale ($139), Twinkle striped cardigan on sale ($183), Dorothy Lee grey/navy ruffle v-neck cardigan on sale ($108), and Dorothy Lee lace panel cardigan on sale ($115).

Paul & Joe Sister colored jeans for spring

Winter blahs getting you down? To brighten up your wardrobe try adding one pair of colored jeans into the mix. These are Paul & Joe Sister's take on colored jeans from their Resort 2009 collection. They're available at Josef now ($139). Wearing colored jeans is easier than you think. Just keep it simple. Pair bright colors with neutrals: greys, tans, white/creams. I'd actually try to stay away from black because it's too predictable.

On the streets last summer I saw one girl wearing yellow-golden jeans with a white top, cream sweater, and earthy brown heeled sandals. A combo that surprisingly looked great! For the sky blue jeans pictured above, I'd pair it with the Dorothy Lee heather grey t-shirt I have in the shop and a warm fuzzy over-sized cardigan. Then for summer wear the jeans with a cute cotton short-sleeved blouse and flat sandals. Easy as pie.