the wide leg pant roundup

March 11, 2024

the pant that’s here to stay!

for the last year or two, wide leg pants have been IN. my own collection of wide leg pants also grew and lately, i find myself reaching for them over jeans or dresses (shocking, i know since i am a total dress girl). jeans are a great bottom option, but there’s not many colors to pick from. with wide leg pants there are endless colors and materials to pick from! and ahem, they are more forgiving than denim jeans - extra handy when the food baby kicks in 😆 the tricky thing about wide leg pants, for me at least, is the length. i’m short at 5’2” and hemming usually needs to happen which deters me from purchasing a lot (guess this is good thing). i rarely do alterations unless it’s something i just can’t live without. the good news is that wide leg pants can be cropped (whoo!) and there are retailers that offer short/petite sizing to help with this!

in this post, i round up my favorite wide leg pants that i wear over and over. they are staples in my closet and it’s really hard not to buy all the colors! more after the jump.

side ramblings: #SXSW kicked off last week and it does feel a little strange to not participate this year. there’s always next year! i’ve been watching Golden Girls and i love how the show (aired in 1985) is still hilarious and relevant in 2024. a true classic! and similar to Modern Family, there’s a nugget of wisdom in each episode 😊 also, can we take a moment to discuss daylight savings? what is it about the one-hour time change that can really screw with you?! 🫠

currently on my playlist: good thing going on by Mat Kearney (another solid hit by my all time favorite artist)

currently reading: about to finish hook, line, and sinker by Tessa Bailey and start my book club read the island of sea women by Lisa See

wearing the Aritzia the effortless pant in light birch (runs small, so size up! wearing size 6)

01. Aritzia the effortless pant

these pants are LUXE and dressy. they are made from a japanese crepe material and they are probably my favorite. i own two pairs and the shorts too 😉 unfortunately, even though these come in a short length, they’re too short imo. so i purchase the regular length and get them tailored (so that tells you how great they are). they are also high-waisted so perfect with crop tops!

sizing: runs small, so size up! i usually purchase a 6 regular.

great for: a night out with a dressy top with low strappy heels or for work with a button down or sweater.

02. Abercrombie & Fitch sloane tailored pant

these pants were all the rage in 2022 and 2023. so much that it still remains a staple today. they were viral on tiktok when they first came out so it was hard to find sizes. i have them in three colors? i love that they’re easy. but i have read that they pill which is sad. i haven’t run into this issue yet. the material of the sloane is not as luxe as the Artizia’s but they are a great alternative when you’re looking for fun colors! i purchase these in a short length and they are perfect! these are also high-waisted.

sizing: runs small, so size up! i usually purchase a 27 short.

great for: cool girl brunch vibes with a casual crop top or tee with white sneakers or flat strappy sandals (add a baseball cap for good measure!)

03. Ann Taylor the kate wide leg crop pant

these are my OG intro into wide leg pants. of course, they are cropped but still, they count! i have these in over 8+ colors. it’s so hard when they come out with new colors every. season. they’re a great casual-cotton-cropped pant and literally go with everything. these are also high-waisted. each year they refine the design a little more and they’ve really perfected it.

sizing: true to size. 2 petite.

great for: casual friday, with a t-shirt for errands when you want to look put together with sneakers.

rock all the wide leg pants!,
JD

how to style the sezane will jacket

March 4, 2024

the jacket for all seasons

luckily, my partnership with Sézane continues I decided to go with the Sézane will jacket #gifted that i’ve been eyeing for a while now and it comes in so many colors to choose from! i wasn’t sure how it would look on me due to length. turns out, i had nothing to worry about 🙂 it reminds me of a utility jacket but more sleek and structured. BTW, the utility jacket is my go-to travel jacket. i take it on every. single. trip. with me because honestly, it goes with EVERYTHING and it has functional pockets. i was hoping the will jacket would do the same in a more elevated way and it did not disappoint. the pockets are very deep and i love how the material keeps its structure since it is denim-like.

here, i decided to style it a couple of different ways. it’s all about versatility #amirite! i’ve always wanted to belt something like this and i love how it turned out. you can layer it (even over a dress which i have always wanted to try), belt it, and wear it as a top itself like a button down. you can dress it up and you can dress it down. check out all four looks after the jump!

side ramblings: 2024. it’s been a slowwww start here full of self-care. i’ve been enjoying spending time at home working on my paint-by-numbers, upgrading the home office, reading, playing mah jong, watching Modern Family with my parents, going down reddit thread rabbit holes about mechanical keyboards (new hobby) and trader joes (of course). it’s been a grand time!

invites + on the radar //

with this timely post, Sézane’s Austin pop-up opens on Friday, 03/08 at 1011 S. Congress Avenue Suite 130 (between Everlane and All Birds at Music Lane)! i was able to preview the store this past weekend and it is gorgeous. makes me miss Paris! i hope it becomes a permanent boutique in Austin🤞 hours of operation: Open Monday to Saturday: 10 am to 7 pm and Sundays: 11 am to 6 pm. stop by and check them out! it’s also a great way to try on their sizes if you are unsure and feel all their luxe fabrics and textiles!
i was invited into The Guest House // @welcometgh earlier this week and i gotta say, it was an AMAZING experience 💯 i loved all. the. dishes., the service, and the ambiance was 110% swanky. i’ll be returning soon! dishes ordered: complimentary brioche (OMG LAYERED GOODNESS), steak tartare, traditional caviar service, parmesean truffle crusted filet, miso mushrooms, the garden dessert (a must), and the tres leches x tiramisu dessert! they will be opening the take away section soon (and i hope they have that brioche available!) and the little outdoor wine garden! so happy to see this space filled on 2nd street!

other notable eats lately //

@mysweetishfriend — the swedish tosca almond cake is life changing i tell ya
@kpotbbqandhotpot — finally a korean BBQ and hot pot place down south!!
@tareaustin — omakase for life. slowly trying all the omakase offerings in ATX, next on the list is @craftomakase
@yuki.atx — yes, it’s known for its handrolls, but the nigiri is where it’s at
@uchibarestaurants — a diff uchi-vibe but i’m here for it!

currently on my playlist: headlights home by Mat Kearney

currently reading: hook, line, and sinker by Tessa Bailey

LOOK 1 - layered over a t-shirt or layered over a t-shirt and belted

LOOK 1: layered openly over a graphic t-shirt

LOOK 2. as a top itself. for good measure, just three buttons only + an ever so slight pop in the collar

jacket c/o | Sézane will jacket in khaki (sized down to a XS)
dress | Old Navy eyelet midi dress (very old) — similar but a maxi with classy cut outs!
denim c/o | Everlane kick crop jeans in white (very old) — similar by Madewell // similar by J.Crew Factory // loving these wide leg ones!
top | J.Crew Factory le weekend t-shirt (so old) — similar Paris one! // this striped one would go so perfectly too!
belt | Ann Taylor waist belt (old) — similar and love the one by Sezane
leggings | Athleta salutation stash 7/8 tight in black — similar on Amazon for $29
sports top | Amazon high neck sports bra crop top in white

until next time,
JD

the sezane barry cardigan

November 20, 2023

thankful.

howdy friends! gosh it has been a while and i can barely believe we’re here. Thanksgiving week already!!!! it’s so shocking. this year flew by a little too quickly - maybe a sign of age 👵side ramblings after the jump.

i’m thrilled to continue my partnership with Sézane! here i’m kicking off sweater weather (feels so good and normal to wear these now!) with the barry cardigan. while i own the iconic gaspard cardigan, i picked out the sister style; the barry cardigan in this beautiful lilac color. sometimes lilac can be tricky but the tone (not too cool) on this one is perfect for my fair skintone. the only difference between the gaspard and the barry is the neckline, the barry has a v-neck button front — which can also be worn backwards as well for a subtle sexy v-back look. i did try it and while no photos, i can ensure you that it’s a good look to try! i opted to pair this with some navy wide leg pants (looks black in the photos though) and really love the contrast of the colors together — def give this color combo a go sometime! if you’re feeling bold, i’d style it with green or light pink pants as well! as always, picking the one color in this cardigan was H A R D. because there are so many pretty ones for all the seasons! #lifedecisions ya know?

lately i’ve been going for tops over dresses at Sézane for some reason! i’m a total dress gal. but i’ve been gravitating towards their sweaters, shirts, and jackets lately. some others i picked out include, c/o Sézane:

betty cardigan (in black/ecru, size S) — HELLO CLASSY LADY. that’s what this cardigan screams! i also have this cardigan in rosewood… so that tells you something 😁
will jacket (in khaki, size XS) — this is such a unique and versatile jacket (with DEEP pockets which i LOVE). i wore it out this weekend with white jeans + white graphic tee, and i can see it draped over an athleisure outfit or even belted over a skirt or dress (will be trying this soon!). it comes in all sorts of textures, colors, and patterns. so again, good luck choosing! i did size down to an XS on this one though :)
tomboy shirt (in ecru/camel stripes, size 4) — one of the Sézane reps wore this when they were in Austin this summer and i loved it on her. it’s such a classic button down that i’ll be styling with white jeans!

also, check out the Sézane parisian gift shop here!

#blackfriday: alright alright alright. here we go with some black friday sales. i think i’ll continue to update this section as the week goes on but lots of sales have already started, much earlier this year if feels like?! i’m keeping it pretty slim this year, there’s not a ton i really want (or need; but that’s a fine line right?!) so here are some that top my list:

Abercrombie & Fitch — 25% off everything. would love to finally try the YPB neoknit line with these joggers and half zip hoodie combo in the prettiest evergreen
Ann Taylor — 50% off everything. eyeing this feather cuff mock neck sweater! haven’t seen a mock neck and feather combo yet. this is going to pair so well with some festive red pants for the holidays!
BIOSSANCE — 30% off everything with code: GIVE30 at this point, i use almost the whole line it feels like! also, with orders over $85 you get a 8-piece gift with purchase (sizes are great for traveling!). ☀️ staples: squalane + vitamin c dark spot serum, squalane + copper peptide rapid plumping serum. 🌙 staples: squalane + 10% lactic acid resurfacing serum (1x a week), squalane + retinol night serum (every other night), squalane + marine algae eye cream
gorjana — $25 off $175, $50 off $300, $100 off $500
H&M — 30% off everything: no code needed. this pile coat looks so cozy & neutral to match everything
J.Crew — up to 50% almost everything: no code needed. i’d pick up another emilie lady jacket (similar to Sézane betty cardigan but without the collar). also the perfect time to pick up the lady coat (or anything labeled as “lady” for that matter) look at the FUN colors!! that purple!! the buttons are hidden in this year’s design and i’m kind diggin’ it
MEJURI — 20% off with $150 purchase: no code needed. i’ve been eyeing the charlotte hoops in 14K solid gold since my charlotte bold hoops in vermeil are already rusted 😒 #realgoldera
Quince — 5 days of savings that change daily for 5 days!

currently reading: something wilder by Christina Lauren

currently on the playlist: times like this by Mat Kearney ft. Devon Gilfillian (there is always a Mat K song for every season on life!)

side ramblings: life has been a little rough lately, not gonna lie. everything kind of piled on top of each other all at once it felt like. hence, my absence. in fact, when i look at the blog posts for 2023, it’s an all time low for me and slightly disappointing. i know life/things get in the way, but this year i really let this piece of the internet slip away; by my own doing. this weekend i spent time making a list of small changes i’d like to make to change my circumstance. not that things change overnight, but i find that if i show up and hold myself accountable for something on my list (like publishing this blog post), i’ve made some progress. and progressing we are! 💗this is timely as it’s Thanksgiving week. the past couple of weeks were a good reminder of the support system i have and the people who have come thru for me during this time (thank you). i am pretty dang blessed beyond words. really. and hey, what would life be without ebbs and flows right? #cantstopwontstop actually it’s funny my dad reminded of this hashtag recently. he just knew 😉

top c/o | Sézane barry cardigan in lilac (wearing size S) — similar but the gaspard style (link to blog post on how to style it here)
pants | Ann Taylor wide-leg kate pants in navy (old)
necklace | gorjana diamond cluster necklace in 14K solid gold
watch | Michele 29 mm deco diamond watch in gold and silver
rings | gorjana diamond row ring in 14K gold // gorjana diamond stacking ring in 14K gold

until next time (but not too long 🙂),
JD

the coral & chartreuse combo

August 21, 2023

cue the ‘watermelon sugar by Harry Styles’ for this post.

this color combo was so fun to put together! originally i wanted to style the coral pants with a white or cream top. at the last minute i decided on a more bold color combo and BAM! it all works out in the end amirite?!

the Ann Taylor kate wide leg cropped pants are a closet favorite of mine. the design continues to improve and launches in FUN colors ALL. THE. TIME. tbh, it’s hard for me to restrain from buying every color (me, hiding from the fall colors). there have been improvements over the years with these pants and i think this year is perfection. it’s finally a high rise (past my belly button) and the pocket placement and opening are perfect — before they would bulge out a little too much. i love that they come in a petite length because they fall just right on my 5’2” self. the material and amount of stretch is perfect. since they are high rise so they go so well with crop tops like this fun chartreuse one here. on the flipside, for safer-not-as-bold looks, i’d pair chartreuse with navy or white!

side ramblings: it’s crazy that summer 2023 is coming to a close. it only feels that way with school in session, but other than that, it’s still summer to me until i can put on a jacket (at the very least — and that… in TX is late OCT)! watching my niece & nephew go to school was bittersweet. they’re growing up so fast and with that means changes to our family time schedules due to all their extra circular activities! we spend SO. MUCH. time. together. but i wouldn’t have it any other way! #beyondblessed

currently on my playlist: watermelon sugar by Harry Styles

currently reading: the seven husbands of evelyn hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

top | Line & Dot v-wire top in chartreuse (old) — love this new tank from Madwell in artichoke (similar tone) // similar w shoulder ties // similar in terms of color // similar in terms of cut // similar
pants | Ann Taylor the kate wide leg crop pant in deep coral (wearing size 2P)
earrings | Mejuri charlotte bold hoops in gold vermeil — similar for $49 by Quince // also available as huggies
bag | lulu's essential style natural woven knot handle clutch bag — similar on Amazon
shoes | Target A New Day basil mule heels in cream — also available in a platform style // newer version // also love these new strappy ones!
watch | Michele 29 mm deco diamond watch in gold and silver
rings | gorjana diamond row ring in 14K gold // gorjana diamond stacking ring in 14K gold

until next time,
JD

photo credit: @janeyunphoto

the green & navy combo

May 29, 2023

green + navy combo

staying true to more color i picked out this beautiful green embroidered button down from Sézane! the details (and quality) are so good - as expected from Sézane. from the delicate ruffle to the scalloped hem of the sleeves. YES. i LOVE a kelly/bright green and navy pairing so these pants were perfect. what’s too many wide leg cropped pants? asking for a friend. i finished this outfit with standard timeless pieces such as tan cut out sandals (a hermes dupe) and a tan everyday bag. here are some other ways i’d style the Sézane dalhia shirt:

white straight or skinny jeans
tailored white wide leg pants
tailored white shorts

side ramblings: this hiatus was unexpected. work took over all aspects of my life, leaving me feeling exhausted at the end of the day. too tired to get on socials or write a blog post or connect with friends which in turn made me feel more disconnected from everyone and my passion = dark place. the good news is that the end is in sight. thank goodness. it’s also ironic how when it rains it pours right? life is about the peaks and valleys and sometimes the valleys can be hard. those are the times i’m reminded that so much of life is out of my control. that life is easier when i just let it flow and lean more into grace & gratitude — or at least i try; i am only human after all 🙂

currently reading: the soulmate equation by Lauren Christina - a really cute book about opposites attracting! since the last post i managed to finish the unhoneymooners, it ends with us by Collen Hoover and beach read by Emily Henry. so happy about this re-kindled hobby!

currently on my playlist: 13 by LANY

top c/o | Sézane dalhia shirt in green (wearing size 4)
pants | Ann Taylor cropped wide leg pants (old) — similar and i have these in so. many. colors
bag | Senreve mini maestra in chestnut — avail in a medium and large version
shoes | Shein cut out sandals (old) — similar on amazon // similar by Steve Madden
earrings | Mejuri charlotte bold hoops in gold vermeil — similar for $49 by Quince // also available as huggies!!
watch | Michele 29 mm deco diamond watch in gold and silver
rings | gorjana diamond row ring in 14K gold // gorjana diamond stacking ring in 14K gold

until next time,
JD

photo credit: @janeyunphoto

how to wear hot pink pants

January 24, 2022

well, howdy 2022!

my word this year is COLORFUL. for so many reasons. color isn’t something i wear much of or gravitate towards. i love neutrals. because neutrals are easy to wear and my love for black is infinite. color on the other hand is… different. it takes some thinking to combine color combinations that complement one another without being loud or clashing. this year, i want to embrace and add more color into my wardrobe whether it’s mixing colors with neutrals or mixing them together and wearing them boldly. i’m pretty excited about it! like a little re-invention of JDC. it’ll be a challenge for sure. but i’m okay not-playing-it-safe this year. plus, there’s something about color that just makes people happy. and we can all use more of that in our lives, i know i can!

yes, you saw it right. i, janna doan am wearing hot pink LOL. here, i’m going to showcase the color combinations that i think go with these hot pink pants (you’ll surely turn some heads). for this post i choose to pair it with work appropriate tops. these pants are one my favorite fits: high-waisted, slim ankle fit — i own them in three or four colors. they run slightly small so size up! more after the jump!

side ramblings: before the world was taken over by the depressing omicron, i celebrated my 37th birthday with all the shenanigans. it was the best. i really am blessed to live this life. i re-visited @redash and can’t figure out why i keep forgetting about that place?! speaking of FOOD, guess what?! by now i’ve written a two food-related posts as a contributor for @thesavvylife.co! check them out here: 1. Cavatelli Cravings and 2. Matcha Madness 😊 more coming soon!

currently on my playlist: easy on me by Adele

combo 1 with pastel — feels like a watermelon to me! haha. but nonetheless, i do like the colors together. maybe if the mint was a little more pastel (but hey this is all i had!). this is a brighter mint so it’s a pretty bold look. i’ve been loving mint lately and here’s another cute blouse in mint i’ll need one day! combo 2 with a dark color — navy!, ah i consider it a neutral but i goes so well with the hot pink for some contrast. combo 3 with patterns — similar to combo 2, i really like the prints to break up the color and this striped button down did the job! the bright blue complements the hot pink perfectly. combo 4 with a bold color — wear it boldly with RED! i think this might be my favorite combo. the pearl button detail adds a touch of elegance too. combo 5 with good ol’ black — when all else fails, good ol’ black has got your back!

combo 5: and if all fails, there is always trusty ol’ black!

combo 1 //

top | J.Crew cashmere classic-fit crewneck sweater in wintermint (wearing size small, such a great capsule top since the style goes with everything!) — similar for $50! (just discovered this brand and love the ethical pricing)

combo 2 //

top | J.Crew ruffle sleeveless top in navy polka dot (ancient) — similar on Amazon

combo 3 //

top | J.Crew striped button down (ancient) — similar // similar from J.Crew Factory

combo 4 //

top c/o | Sezane gaspard jumper in red (runs large, wearing size XS and could’ve done down to XXS)

combo 5 //

top | Express jewel embellished faux button puff sleeve sweater in black

everything else //

pants | Ann Taylor high waist ankle pant in razzle dazzle
earrings | Mejuri pave diamond bold hoops in 14K solid gold — similar from Quince and $99!
necklaces | gorjana wilder necklace in gold // gorjana venice mini necklace in gold with extender
rings | gorjana diamond row ring in 14K solid gold // gorjana diamonds stacking ring in 14K solid gold // GLDN twist aire ring in 14K solid gold
watch | Michele 29mm deco diamond watch in gold/silver

hope y’all enjoyed this bright post!,
JD

amazon sweater dress round up

November 22, 2021

welcome to #sweaterdress season!

amazon fashion… can be tricky. for me, it’s mainly been returns and.. well, returns. let’s just say i’ve had better luck with athletic finds and…. sweater dresses! as we enter sweater season in TX, one of the things i like about sweater dresses is that they offer some warmth vs regular poly dresses. and for the most part, they’re soft. here are a couple i found on amazon that are good quality, soft, fit well, and easy on the wallet. a downside of sweater dresses is that they are often on the fitted side. but nothing some shapewear can’t fix — i’m always reminded of the Spanx scene in The Heat with Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCartney 🤣

side ramblings: my gosh i have missed events! a couple of weeks ago i attended @hotelgranducaaustin’s long table dinner as a plus one with my PIC @wanderlustanita. it was so beautiful, from the weather to the views and tablescape. i had a GRAND time, #punintended. i also checked out @neighborhoodsushi — OMG yes, and you cannot lost wih 25% the food menu from 4:30-6PM. you heard me right, the whole food menu. most places just offer a couple of items at a discount on HH. so yep, head on over there soon, reservations highly recommended. leaving y’all with a couple to-do’s/eats in ATX next weekend: 1) check out @fiercewhiskers (also need to mention it’s asian-owned! & the most interesting yet beautiful location. you must also check out the @char.atx food trailer there — they do some mean yakitoris, #protip: ask the chef for omakase!), 2) start your xmas shopping by supporting local vendors at @bluegenieartbazaar!, 3) check out the robotic serving thing-a-mag-jig at an all you can eat korean BBQ place @KBBQAUSTIN, 4) ghost kitchen @prepatx (Taste of Home Handmade Dumplings were amazing esp the pork, shrimp & chive dumplings! and they also have Brooklyn Sandwich Shop there too, the sweet heat buttermilk fried chicken sandwich hit the spot!)

#blackfriday: alright alright alright. here we go with some black friday sales. i think i’ll continue to update this section as the week goes on or separate this out into a different post depending on time this week. but so far here are some good ones on my list:

Abercrombie & Fitch — 30% off everything
Ann Taylor — 50% off everything with code: FRIDAY50
BIOSSANCE — 30% off everything with code: EXTRA30, #protip: you can use it on gift sets which makes it a deal on top of a DEALLL. at this point, i use almost the whole line it feels like :D
Dermstore — 30% off select brands including R+CO!
eleve* — 25% off everything, the Lip Luv is my fave hydrating lip product!
Everlane — up to 40% off select styles
Frankie Jean* — 40% off all hats with code: JANNA40 (good until Black Friday)
GIR (silicone kitchen tools/utensils/reusable straws) — 30% off everything
H&M — 30% off everything
gorjana — $25 off $150 or $50 off $250 or $100 off $450
Phlur — 50% off fragrances & bodycare with code: HOLIDAY50, Ameline is my everyday go-to!
Puracy — up to 60% off, i really like their hand sanitizer and the refillable foam & gel hand soap
SpaceNK — up to 25% off select brands. you should def pick up some Drunk Elephant or De Mamiel (huge fan of the elixir). #protip: there’s no tax!!

*shop local / shop small businesses!

currently on my playlist: shivers by Ed Sheeran

sweater dress 1 cliff notes: love the color and side slits on this one (both sides). it also has a v-back as well! while it comes with a sash i also liked it styled with skinny waist belt. neutral snakeskin print pumps to tie this classy dress together.

sweater dress 2 cliff notes: the button detail is super fun on this one, and you can button and unbutton as many as you want so that means you can also wear it as a cardigan as well = double duty! this is a more casual dress option and i love it with the neutral snakeskin print booties. i’d even wear it with knee high boots too or sneakers!

sweater dress 3 cliff notes: simple mock neck sweater dress. dress it up with a neutral print like snakeskin and layer it with a black moto jacket. absolutely yes, mix black and brown!! to style it more casually i’d wear pair it with sneakers!