Jeans.

Women, like wolves, have been known to travel in packs; to the bathroom, on the dance floor and certainly to gossip. Together, females swap funny, interesting and even embarrassing stories. For most women, hearing stories of hardship and discomfort relieve the “its not only me” syndrome. The strong feelings that women share with each other can range from something as serious as wanting a happier marriage or simply wishing that a size six will one day fasten comfortably.

The exhausting act of shopping for jeans is something to which most women can relate. I personally could write a book about my experiences. I chose instead to write a blog. Unless you are a twelve-year-old girl or a woman with no curves what so ever, jean shopping is no walk in the park. Whoever said slipping on a pair of skinny jeans was easy - was seriously disturbed.

Let’s start with the waist. Many jeans do not actually reach a women’s waist anymore. Yet if and when they do, they are considered to be “old fashion” or the untrendy “mom jeans”. OK, times change, and so do styles, understandable. The waistline went down… well so did the economy, be frugal with money people not the waistline of my pants!

The fact that most jeans on the market are uncomfortably low makes them truly unbearable to sit in. The constant act of pulling your shirt lower and lower in the back to make sure your panties are not showing is irritating, actually it makes my blood boil. On the other hand there are those lovely ladies who opt out of covering their bare bum as their jeans fall, Vomit! Yet, the problems do not end in the rear. The front zipper rarely lies neatly on a woman. While we are in this region lets talk about the infamous camel toe. Did I say vomit, yet? Gross. So you think, lets fix it. You buy the next size up. Now you are left with the very public crotch pocket that causes a dreadful sag that inevitably leaves you looking like you have a penis.

I understand I’m stating the obvious when I say that jeans are not as comfy as say - sweats, leggings or jeggings. Yet wearing these denim contraptions can sometimes actually be easier than purchasing them. The mental and physical battle of trying dozens and dozens of jeans on is exhausting.

My authority on the subject follows.

Since my fifth birthday I have been running around like a little soccer nut - indoor soccer, outdoor soccer, traveling soccer. Developing myself a perfect pair of soccer thighs. I cannot quite blame soccer for my tucus but I have one of those too. Thanks genetics, you are a doll.

Jean shopping was never fun, and it was certainly not an option to go with friends. It was more of a tedious chore. My life was changed when at eleven years old my dad and I came across Gap Curvy Jeans. They seemed to arrive on the scene at the same time as Jennifer Lopez. Gap sells a hand full of styles that cater to different body types: curvy, long and lean, and petite are just a few options.

Daisy Fuentes has become my Latino body role model with her curvy friendly clothing line sold at Kohl’s. Her line shows that the manufacturers are well aware that women have curves but at the same time, they still keep up with all the latest and greatest trends for a great price.

Not all women can get the perfect pair-o-pants from Daisy or Gap. No matter what your waistline The Perfect Fit Button can help. This additional button that you tack into your jeans changes the way your jeans fit, truly transforming them. Whether you want to add an inch or pull your pants in tighter, The Perfect Fit Button helps to make the jeans fit your body. This made for TV thingamajig is a great option as a quick fix to your denim.

I learned young that jean shopping was not easy and no fun. I think I have cried so many times out of frustration when jean shopping that it has somehow turned into a comedic performance. Very often the dressing room is filled with twenty-three pairs of jeans again no options. So either embrace jeans and keep your eyes open for the right brand and style for you, or don’t and ditch them for leggings, dresses and sweats.