Skinny jeans are in, then out, then in ... and now apparently out again. As we enter 2026 (or spiritually, 2016), I’m breaking down whether skinny jeans deserve a comeback, the only acceptable way to wear them, and why bootcut jeans remain undefeated.

In a world obsessed with early success and perfectly curated lives, Vera Wang’s story is a reminder that there is no correct timeline. She didn’t design her first wedding dress until she was nearly 40 - and went on to build one of the most influential fashion empires in the world. This post is for anyone feeling a little lost, behind, or unsure of their next step. You’re not late. You have time.