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The latest fashion to hit our shops has to do with Skinny Jeans. Girls are wearing them and now it seems the trend is catching on amongst men. Most at risk of catching this craze is metro man - with his flawless grooming and keen interest in fashion he is most likely to be duped into parading around our streets displaying two chicken legs that would make a grandmother blush. But it’s not all bad. There are certain rules to wearing this leg hugging denim. For some men it’s a big no-no. For others they can get away with it and look good doing so. Here's our best advice for those considering a night out on the town in skinny denim. 1. Consider your body shape
Feeling a bit top heavy these days? Are you a tad on the paunch side? Does any part of your anatomy protrude over your belt? Then stay well away from skinny jeans. If you're overweight, or built like a tank it’s in your best interests to avoid skinny jeans. Check your body for the following traits: Love handles, paunches and any folds of excess flesh.  They will make you look top heavy and in danger of keeling over at a moments notice. Skinny jeans will amplify and exacerbate any weight issues you may have. These jeans are ideally suited to those with a 'straight' build. That is a build where only the shoulders are noticeably wider than the torso. In particular your waist and legs must be of slim or average build. For this reason it is more likely that tall guys are better suited to wearing these jeans. Short men should not be seen dead in them. 2. Your image.
Having ascertained that you have the correct body shape for skinny jeans, it is worth considering your image. Those of the following images or careers should avoid wearing skinny jeans - Rappers,Ravers,Rockers,Farmers,Rugby types,priests,manual laborers and tradesmen. You may just get away with wearing them if you are an accountant, identified metro man, gay, office worker or work in fashion. These jeans have been known to find a welcoming pair of legs amongst Indie types that listen to Brit pop. Think Pete Doherty. 3. Not all were created equal.
Some jeans are just more skinny than others! Some hug the leg and ass, others loosen as they approach the waist. It is important that if you are looking for a pair, you look at how tight they are from the rear! You would do well to also cast a glance in your general crotch direction. A very tight pair will make the most important part of your body protrude. Do you get randy at the merest whiff of a woman? Avoid tight jeans. 4. Correct shoe wear
You cannot wear any old shoe lying around the house with skinny jeans. Shoe wear should be trendy and in pristine condition. Boots are forbidden. Wellies are forbidden. 5. Age
Over 35? Stick to what you've got unless you're in a rock band or being paid to wear them. Under 35? See rules above. 6. Budget.
If you are buying, buy good ones. Cheap ones will be ill fitting at best, down right embarrassing at worst. If you're on a tight budget and this is a luxury purchase, remember that the odds of tight drainpipe jeans being around in twelve months are slim.
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