Hello from Hong Kong! Nick and I are here for a few short days visiting family, snapping our way around the city as we explore. This is one of my super casual tourist outfits for strolling around, comprised of simple yet classic pieces. The denim jacket around the waist not only serves as a backup layer for places with chilly AC blasting, but also adds interest to the outfit, and bonus – protects the bottom of white jeans from getting dirty when you sit down!
Since white jeans have proven to be so versatile in my wardrobe year-round, I wanted another pair (my basic white skinnies have been these Article of Society ones) but with distressing. I love a thicker white denim, skinny fit and with minimal sheerness. I probably tried on no less than a dozen options, and found two styles at Nordstrom that were good quality and fit the bill. As a bonus, they are both ankle or cropped styles so no hemming even needed!
The material on these J.Brands has that thicker denim with good “hold” that I look for in higher-end denim. The distressing is almost patched on and feels sturdy, not like my knees will bust through it after just a few wears. Other potentially petite-friendly similar white jeans include these J.Brand distressed skinny jeans in a 27″ inseam and these AG The Legging cutoffs with a 27.5″ inseam, both of which I haven’t tried personally.
The other style I tried on and liked were these Hudson ankle jeans. A few notable differences between these and the J.Brand ones: In comparison, Hudson’s length is about an inch longer, bottoms are frayed hem, there are slightly more distressing patches throughout the jeans, the rise is a little higher at mid-rise, and the back pockets are bigger.
Leaving you guys with a little story from behind the scenes of this post…while shooting this outfit yesterday amongst throngs of people on a busy street of Hong Kong, a ruggedly handsome British man approached us to introduce himself (also a Nick!). I’ve been so into my Soludos shoes lately, so imagine my gleeful reaction when he said he’s the founder of the brand! He was staying at our hotel and just happened to spot their striped espadrilles on my feet. We ended up chatting for quite a bit about the styles and my fit & comfort feedback which Nick said he appreciates hearing – love a company that listens to customers with open ears!
Thank you Nordstrom for partnering on this post!
Just a regular bra, but I safety-pinned the bra straps to the camisole straps. It's a Calvin Klein wireless bra I mentioned in a prior post.
Small world indeed! I loved the hotel…hope she enjoys her stay as well!
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Hi Nicole – stripes are almost like a neutral, so I suggest not overthinking it! You could wear them with almost any outfit made of solid colors (like jeans + a tee) or even if you're wearing other patterns that don't conflict with the stripes. The bow tie just tucks under my jeans, but I wouldn't worry about concealing them since they look cute when exposed.
I got the xs for a slouchier fit, also because the cotton shrinks a little in the machine dryer. The neckline is lower cut as the sizing goes up.
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Love the outfit on you. Casual and chic. What the name of your lipsticks?? That's a great color.
Love the laid back look! How awesome you met the founder of Soludos. ^_^
Hi Jean! This is probably the oddest question, but may I ask what bra (brand and style) you were wearing in the ig pic where you were standing in a dress with a glass of wine? Thanks!
amazing look & place
i live in HK and have been following your blog for the last few years….welcome to the land of the 852….small world my very good friend who lived in HK until a few years ago is in HK on a business trip at the moment and staying at the same hotel as you !
I love this outfit! It's so casual, yet, effortlessly stylish 🙂
Cute look! =)
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So brave to sit on the ground in white jeans! Love the outfit 🙂
LOVE the outfits! Casual but cute!
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Love the outfit and the story! I've been eyeing both pairs of Soludos you have. Just struggling in size as I don't have any available locally to try in store.
Question for you regarding the striped Soludos. I'm struggling in what I would wear them with. I find that you have made them seem very versatile, but wasn't sure if you had a rule of thumb of pairing the stripes with particular outfits. Also, how do you conceal the bow/tie when wearing them with jeans?
Thanks,
Nicole
This is beautiful!
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I have lots of love for this white jeans, I really need a pair of lovely white jeans.
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This is such a gorgeous post, Hong Kong looks so vibrant in the background! Love your outfit!
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I love how easy-going these outfits are!
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I love your simple outfit! I always love wearing basic pieces that are perfect for everyday wear. I used to live in Shanghai, China a few years ago and one of the cities I visited was Hong Kong (also for family) and I just love the way the streets are…horrible for walk 😛 I hope you have a wonderful rest of your week!
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Love your outfit! Hope you are having an amazing time on your vacation!
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Love your outfit! So simple and chic!
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Awesome – I looked into Soludos and saw they had shoes with donuts on them…ordered! 😛
I've been having so much fun following along on Snapchat! You and Nick have had some really special food experiences this trip 🙂 great post as usual!
That's so freaking lucky! Love that you met Nick, that must have been so surreal.
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Great story!!
So how come Nick, the founder of Soludos is not wearing espadrilles??? 🤔
Those jeans fit you like a glove! Love them
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What is the sizing difference between the xxs and xs of this Madewell tee? I'm debating which size would be best to order.
That was such a cool moment on your Snapchat! Love the lip color and sunglasses x
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Really nice jeans you look very gorgeous.
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Such a cute look
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Holy serendipity! Who would have thought?
Love the casual outfit!!! May I ask what lipstick you're wearing?
Hope you continue to enjoy your trip!! 🙂
Looking great in Hongkong! Love these jeans:P
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Great casual look and I like that you bring your tote around when you travel. I always end up carrying a backpack.
You look so cute! Love your espadrilles!!
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Such a cool story!! 🙂
I love these jeans, they are perfect! But I can never pull of white jeans :/
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Beautiful casual style. Love your white jeans!
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I'm loving your casual travel look. Great tip on the jean jacket keeping your white jeans clean when you sit – never thought of that. Also thought it was so awesome seeing your snaps about meeting the founder of Soludos! Really enjoying your snaps and IG posts. Hope you have a great and safe remainder of your trip!
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Loving the tip for tying a jacket around the waist when wearing white jeans – I've just picked up a pair so I'll have to remember that! I love this casual look and those Soludus espadrilles look so comfy but chic!
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Jean, I hope you told Nick to start making Soludos in size 4! 🙂
Love your look! So perfect!
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Hi Jean! Lovely post as per usual! Keeping my fingers crossed, hoping to bump into you when I visit Boston in may!
Wow, what a magical story! You've been raving about these Soludos shoes too! And to run into the founder of them in Hong Kong, so random and crazy! It's just like how you use to rave about Loft/AT for years on your blog, and then suddenly we saw you on their NYC billboard as their petite model…crazy fortune! You are special, Jean 🙂 And loving the snippets of your trip on snapchat! You and Nick are hilarious! You guys should have your own reality show, haha!
I love the outfit and I'm so jealous you're in Hong Kong right now. It's so awesome that you were able to meet the founder of Soludos 🙂
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