Have fun today! Great tips from all the others

I'm not fasion savvy really but I am the same height as you. When I made the move to straight leg jeans and shoes with a heel I got heaps of comments of 'have you lost weight' and 'you look taller'. Was nice to hear.

Lee Riders are a fave jean of mine. As others suggested, get the fit right and then take them to get taken up (costs about $15 but so worth it).

Tips from me: accessories are your best friend - chunky necklaces, funky earings, bangles, belts, scarves etc - and most of this stuff is inexpensive. Get a top or two that's a little dressy to wear with your jeans - maybe something with a tiny bit of beading, sequins or a ruffle or in dressy material. Worn with jeans you still look casual enough for every day but a little dressed up.

I just brought a cropped leather jacket that I am in love with. You can wear it with anything and it's really 'in' right now. If you have the cash could be worth keeping an eye out.

Good luck, I'm sure the 'new you' will look fantastic. Let us know what you brought!