dENiZEN from Levi's: Men's Jeans Review

New dENiZEN jeans for the entire family are now available at Target and Target.com!  These jeans are from the same well known brand, that can be found in many closets across the nation - including ours, Levi Strauss & Company so you know they'll be great-fitting while still fashionable and practical for everyday wear. 

My husband practically lives in jeans.  They are the perfect type of pants for  working on the house, taking our daughter to the park, dinner dates with me, and everything in between.  Since he wears them so much, I knew he could use a new favorite pair.  He was sent a pair of 281 Straight Fit to try out.  We requested the waist size he normally wears but found these to be a lot bigger then expected. 

When he wore them to the zoo recently, he felt like all day he was having to pull them up.  A belt would fix that issue, but he really doesn't like to wear those and the casual distressed look to the coloring seems at odds with a belt.  To him a belt equals dressing up.  His sample jeans have a dark rinse but then are distressed and parts look brownish.  That made me think they looked kind of dirty.  I'd have really them it they'd been the dark color all over.

He did like the softness of the fabric that already had that well washed and comfy feel, and the weight of the fabric with it's nice pliable feel.  No stiff jeans here!  The price point for a pair, $22.99 online is good, so Brad feels it's worth taking the time to try on a pair for the right fit. 

Men's sizes range from 29"-42" and 30"-34"L with fits including 236 Regular, 299 Loose, 285 Relaxed, 281 Straight, 233 Low Boot, 218 Slim Straight, 216 Skinny, and 208 Super Skinny.  Prices range from $17.99 to $29.99. 

Click here to see the men's dENiZEN styles.

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Disclosure: We received a complimentary pair of jeans from dENiZEN for review via Team Mom.  The opinions and experiences related within are personal and unbiased.  No other compensation was received.

Product Review: Weight Watcher's Ice Cream

Since I had our baby at the end of July, I've really been watching what I eat as I try to lose those baby pounds.  I definitely want to fit back in my prepregnancy clothes so I don't have to buy new things to wear during the in between phase.  Sometimes envisioning myself at the lower weight isn't enough to keep cravings at bay.  Happily, I've been indulging in some really tasty ice cream, yes I said ice cream, that's both yummy and a sensible choice for the waist line. 

So what's been in my freezer?  Did you guess four delicious ice cream treats from Weight Watchers?  My favorites are the Weight Watcher's Strawberry Fruit Bar, with just 70 calories, 0 grams of fat, and antioxidant Vitamin C they taste so good I'd never know they are "diet" food!  The big chunks of fruit are so good and make them seem like homemade.  I also like how the serving size is quite generous.  Six come in each package.

The Weight Watchers Dark Chocolate Dulcé de Leché dessert bar was also a big hit.  The combination of caramel and dark chocolate coating combine for a very rich and decadent taste.  I've always loved the crunch of a chocolate coating before a bite of creamy ice cream.  It's a real indulgence without the worry.  Each is only 120 calories with 4.5 grams of fat and 0 grams trans fat.  Six come in each package.

The Weight Watchers Strawberry Smoothie Bar is a creamier version of a fruit bar with a blend of yogurt and real strawberries.   These are also a good source of Vitamin C and have 60 calories, 1 gram of fat and 0 trans fat per bar.  There are 12 in a package and are a more petite in size than the previous two discussed.  They are pretty small, I can't imagine eating just one at a time.  They are good, like a smoothie on a stick.  If I had to pick between one of these and one of the Strawberry Fruit Bars, I'd pick the latter.  You feel more satisfied and still get the berry flavor.

The last type of treat I got to check out were the Weight Watchers Snack Size Ice Cream Sandwiches.  There are two flavors in each box: low fat Vanilla Bean and Dutch Chocolate. Each one has 80 calories, 1 gram of fat and 2 grams of protein. Four of each flavor come in each package for a total of eight.  Snack size means about half the size of a "normal" sized ice cream sandwich and this was the only one I don't think I'd purchase for myself.  They were still good, just my least favorite out of the four types we got to sample.  I think they were kind of basic after the more complex flavors of the other three. 

I can't imagine stopping eating ice cream any time soon.  It's fantastic to have a way to do so without feeling guilty!  Since I'm going to eat it anyway, having a smarter choice at hand is the way to go.  I will definitely pick up more Weight Watcher's ice cream and I won't think of them as diet foods.  There's nothing diet about the taste!

Click here to learn more about all the frozen treats from Weight Watchers.

 


Disclaimer: Complimentary samples were provided, however the experiences and opinions are personal and unbiased.  No other compensation was received.

Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Matey's Away on DVD

"Yo Ho Ho" it's time to join Jake and his crew of pirates Izzy and Cubby, just off the coast of Never Land on their island hideaway!  It's a fun filled adventure as they work together and earn gold doubloons, keeping any eye out all the while, for Captain Hook and Smee!  Viewers are invited to join in the fun and participate in answering questions as the action unfolds.

Since it's debut, Jake and the Never Land Pirates has become one of my five year old daughter's favorite shows. She loves the music and what kid wouldn't love the fanciful premise of outwitting Captain Hook and Smee all on a tropical paradise? Jake, Izzy, and Cubby all exhibit a positive can do attitude; presenting good role models and problem solving skills to their fans.

Captain Hook is suitably adapted for a preschool audience; even my daughter who frightens easily finds him more comical than scary. The only thing I find a little lacking is an educational component, although the kids earn coins which are counted up at the end, most of the questions posed to viewers are to identify things.  I think of this show as a fun break to our day.

The Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Matey's Away DVD makes available seven episodes of the popular Disney Junior series, each with two cartoons and provides over two hours of entertainment.  Each epsidoe also features a live action video featuring The Never Land Pirate Band.  Viewers will also get a glimpse of animated versions of Sharky and Bones, whenever they pop up as extra members of Captain Hook's band of pirates.  Their catchy tongue in cheek ditties are the highlight of each show, "Aw Coconuts" is one of my personal favorites.  Aslo included is 7-track bonus CD sampler and a pirate eye patch for the suggested retail price of $19.99.

More music from The Never Land Pirate Band is available on the Jack and the Never Land Pirates Soundtrack, also now available.  Here is a preview clip from the DVD:





Disclosure: A complimentary review copy was provided; the experiences and opinions related within are personal and unbiased.  No other compensation was received.