13 Principles

As I was browing the internets, I cam across a great pair of jeans by Hudson. The name of the style jumped out at me because it was my own- Krista. My name isn't extremely rare but it's not overly popular either. I know a few other Krista/Christas but I went all through grade school, high school and college without having any others in my class or even the school (save my entire university; there were surely others that I didn't cross paths with). Because I went all those years with a name that wasn't odd enough to be ridiculed but also unique enough to not require an attachment of my surname's first initial, I felt like a true individual, lucky. I appreciate names and their meanings. Despite not having any idea if or when I'll ever have children (someday, hopefully), I find myself thinking of original but classic names quite often. A dream job for me would be to give unique name to products like clothing, jewelry, cosmetics or nail polish. It's very rare for me to see a product with the Krista moniker attached to it. When I do (I think it may have happened once or twice before), I'm instantly intrigued.

I appreciate quality pieces and don't mind spending a little extra if I know I'm getting something that is made to last. My Dad always taught me to read the label first- not the designer but where the product was made. Italy is always a sure thing. Jeans, for me, aren't one of  the things I splurge on. I'm perfectly content with my Levi's from the department store. I actually snagged a black pair for a few dollars on major clearance at Macy's last fall! Levi's were the first and they do it right to this day. Most high-end designer jeans actually make me laugh. I don't want a bedazzled horseshoe on my ass and I surely don't want to pay hundreds of dollars for its "designer's" namesake. But these Hudson Krista Super Skinny Jeans are tempting.

As I continued my research on the illustrious jeans that seem to be sold out, I came across a promotional video from Hudson. The media highlights the brand's 13 principles. While it's certainly not Gandhi, I quite enjoyed its message.

1. THINK FREELY
2. DO IT BETTER TOGETHER
3. BE AMAZING
4. EXERCISE YOUR CREATIVE MIND
5. DO GOOD
6. BE PASSIONATE
7. TAKE CHANCES
8. MOVE TO YOUR OWN RHYTHM
9. BELIEVE YOU CAN
10. BE HUMBLE
11. KEEP YOUR WORD
12. STAY YOUNG AT HEART
13. ENJOY THE RIDE

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