Size Matters

That is, when it comes to getting the proper fit for your jeans. Wait, you didn't think I was talking about .... Uh, nevermind.

Anyway, getting the correct fit for your body is essential when it comes to wearing denim the right way. Unfortunately, it can get a little confusing as most premium jean brands (such as True Religion, J Brand and many others) utilize the European system of sizing ... meaning sizes range from a 24 to a 32 and beyond. For Americans used to buying their brands with sizes in the lower digits, it can be a bit baffling.

From personal experience, I know it's frustrating to walk into a store and be unaware of your size ... and even more frustrating to try on sizes that are too big or -- worse -- too small. But fear not, the trusty team at The Planet Pulse is here to help.

Below is a conversion chart from European to American sizing. Oh, and this is IMPORTANT! Do not be alarmed if you go up a size when you try on a pair a premium denim jeans. Designer sizing tends to run smaller than Classic Apparel Sizing. So cancel your crash diet and don't worry, it's not you, its the jeans. REALLY!

Classic Apparel Size 00 = Designer Size 24

0 = 25

2 = 26

4 = 27

6 = 28

8 = 29

10 = 30

12 = 31

14 = 32

Here's another helpful hint from the experts. If your jeans fit tight -- but not cutting into your skin tight -- the first time you try them on, then that's the right fit for you. Denim tends to stretch, not only throughout the day, but throughout its lifetime and -- in order to avoid the dreaded saggy butt -- this is important to note before buying your new jeans.

If this sounds a little difficult to take in or remember, just ask your resident experts at The Planet Pulse for help. The staff is well-versed in all things denim and we'd be happy to hook you up with the right pair of jeans today!

The Planet Pulse at Zen Social Club

For the second time in as many months, The Planet Pulse sponsored a fashion-related event at Zen Social Club in Station Square. This time, it was "The Headliner," hosted by DJ Digital Dave on Aug. 20. A set also was performed by "The Dream Team,"aka DJs' Nino Nice and DJ Endless, who were there to celebrate the release of their new CD, Kicking It Poolside.
The night was a blast and four lucky winners were given gift certificates to The Planet Pulse. The staff also made a splash by handing out glow stick necklaces to club goers. A big thank you goes out to our models, especially Andrea, who made us -- and the entrance to Zen -- look good! Thanks for sending everyone our way girls!
Above are Planet Pulse staffers Jaymie, Doug and Jessica at the big event. Between transforming clubbers into Planet Pulse converts, we also were entertained by Doug's (awesome) dance moves. Go Dougy!

Armed and Fabulous!

First of all, how adorable is the above artwork? The hand-drawn fashionista was created by Kara (with the words provided by yours truly), one of the many talented people we have -- or rather had -- on staff at The Planet Pulse. Kara recently returned to art school in Chicago and we'll certainly miss her creativity. However, we won't get a chance to miss her artwork as we have a poster-sized version of this very drawing on display at The Planet Pulse.

But back to why you're really reading this missive, the fashion. While the military look has been popular since it debuted on runways everywhere this spring, like any good soldier, it keeps marching forward ... right into fall!

Of course, The Planet Pulse has the hottest label in the game when it comes to this particular look and that is Houlihan cargo pants from celebrity fave, J Brand Jeans. Spotted on the likes of Rihanna, Gwenth Paltrow and other luminaries, Houlihans are far from your boyfriend's cargo pants of yore. Fitted and sexy, these pants -- which come in a variety of colors from navy to olive drab -- are meant to embrace a woman's curves. Paired with a camisole, a tight T-shirt or some other token of femininity and the combination is a lethal weapon.

So what are you waiting for? Go to The Planet Pulse now and try on a pair! Now, how's that for marching orders?