September 20, 2024

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We're here to prove that barrel-leg jeans are universally flattering. • The founder of the jewelry brand Tabayer tells us where she got her favorite things.

THE JEWELRY EDIT

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Mejuri Stacker Ring

If you’re new to the world of mixed metals, try this foolproof tip from Aureum Collective founder Cass DiMicco: “Choose one two-toned ‘anchor’ piece, then mix and match it with other gold and silver pieces.” This stacker ring makes a great anchor.

$88 AT MEJURI

Demarson Nadine Layered Two-Tone Necklace

This mixed-metal necklace will also make a fantastic anchor for your look.

$350, NOW $280 AT NEIMAN MARCUS

Heaven Mayhem Mini Knot Mix

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GETTING DRESSED

Yes, Barrel-Leg Jeans Are Universally Flattering

During each season, there comes a trend so undeniable that we have to try it. Is it timeless? Flattering? Will it bring us joy? This season, it’s barrel-leg jeans.

Characteristics of barrel-leg jeans include a fitted waist, flared-out shape around the mid-leg, and tapered silhouette at the bottom, which exudes the look of, well, a barrel. It’s the vibe of a cowboy ready for a showdown in the Wild, Wild West. At first glance, the curvy shape might seem a bit controversial. However, barrel-leg jeans are more flattering than you think.

Madewell The Darted Barrel-Leg Jean

As someone who is five feet tall, I’ve always struggled to find a pair of jeans. I bought a pair of barrels back in June that I could not stop wearing. Why? It’s hard to find a roomy pair of jeans that are also flattering. The pair I got from Madewell is a size 27 petite, and while they don’t touch the floor, they still puddle a bit at the end. I love being able to dress them up or down — just a T-shirt and flats for running errands — but I can also wear a nice blouse and my favorite kitten heels from Vagabond for a more elevated approach. —Maridelis Morales-Rosado, photo editor

$138 AT MADEWELL

Free People We The Free Good Luck Vegan Barrel Trousers

I’ve been a barrel-leg-pants girl for as long as I can remember. Yes, way before it was trending. Why? Because the shape is so flattering for my hourglass figure. The dramatic legs are a way to highlight my smaller waist and larger bottom half-stylishly. Free People’s barrel trousers fit me faultlessly (a miracle, because I must get everything tailored). While I have a few denim barrel pants, the leather ones add character and texture to my wardrobe. Plus, they’re so easy to style. I can wear them with classic pieces like a button-down and blazer, or I can wear a statement top to add to the statement of the silhouette. I’ll wear these pants in multiple ways all fall because they’re comfortable. They’re also not restricting like a lot of leather pants tend to be, and the length that they land at is perfect for heels and flats. —Asia Milia Ware, fashion and beauty writer

$128 AT FREE PEOPLE

Agolde Luna High Rise Pieced Taper

I wore my first pair of barrel jeans last year, and since then I’ve been converted. Yes, it was the We the Free Good Luck Mid-Rise Barrel Jeans from Free People. I’ve bought them in multiple colors since, and always opt to size up so they fall lower on my waist and puddle a bit around my choice of shoe, since they are a bit too cropped for my liking. I also bought the Luna High Rise from Agolde. They are perfect. —Bianca Nieves, senior shopping editor

$260 AT NET-A-PORTER

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WHERE DID YOU GET THAT?

Where a Jewelry Founder Shops for Vintage Cartier

The Beauty Sandwich Secret Sauce

I love the Beauty Sandwich oil and sometimes I put it on my hands.

$300 AT MODA OPERANDI

Ancient Greek Sandals Iro

They’re comfortable and I travel a lot, and as a mom with five kids, it’s easy to go with jeans, pants, and blazers, so I love it. It’s also neutral. I’ve seen another brand and they have jellies for 95 euros — they’re amazing beach shoes. I love the Row because it’s so simple, chic, and minimal.

$125 AT NET-A-PORTER

Tabayer Oera Earrings

I’ve been trying out our Oera 04 collection. It’s the conclusion of the Oera collection with color pieces and natural stone. I wanted our existing customer to see how the motif could be stretched in different ways. We added natural, carved stone into very easy, stackable pieces like bangles and chokers, you can see the Noguchi influence.

$3,200 AT TABAYER

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