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Why do people take their jeans so seriously?

Why do people take their jeans so seriously?

Barrel leg? Skinny? Flare? Boyfriend? Our jeans are a surprisingly emotional touchpoint.

Gloria Vanderbilt’s jeans, designed for Murjani, on the runway in 1979.  Getty Images

Question | I am an avid reader of the fashion pages of newspapers and magazines. I keep up with trends and I love seeing what’s happening on the runway. One thing that has always puzzled me is how denim trends can swing so much, and why people become so attached to one particular style of jeans, or, alternately, claim to be averse to other types. When did we get so attached to jeans? Why are we so emotional when it comes to denim? – Feeling Blue

Dear Blue,

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Lauren SamsFashion editorLauren Sams is the fashion editor, based in Sydney. She writes about lifestyle including the arts, entertainment, fashion and travel. Lauren has worked as a features editor and fashion journalist for ELLE, marie claire and more. Email Lauren at lauren.sams@afr.com

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