All women are friends with trousers, regardless of age, body type, or preferred style of clothing. Pants replaced skirts and dresses and became an essential item in a woman's wardrobe. They are loved for their practicality and good compatibility with other clothes. Pants are worn under feminine tunics and blouses, brutal jackets and shirts, sports tops and T-shirts.
The styles of women's trousers are varied, so there will be no problems when choosing a product that suits your figure. It is necessary to understand which shortcomings need to be hidden and what to emphasize. And then the new thing will become the most favorite thing in the closet.
When buying trousers, pay attention to the color, fabric density, style, and design. For mature women, plain pants are recommended, although a simple floral print or, fashionable this season, will not spoil the overall impression.
Need to add some texture to your look? Choose pleated trousers in a fabric that holds up. If you need to make your silhouette more elegant, flowing fabrics and maxi length will help out.
The trend is for trousers made of denim, thick knitwear, leather and delicate chiffon. Practical ones or joggers made of cotton jersey may appear in the summer wardrobe. For autumn, women choose trousers with brushed or fleece lining. A winter wardrobe cannot be complete without insulated pants.
For mature women
Ladies over 40 should take a closer look at creases, high-rise trousers, loose and tapered models. For a beach or cruise look, flowing pants made of double-layer chiffon will be appropriate. A floral pattern or gradient coloring will make the look elegant.
Older fashionistas want to appear younger, but revealing and provocative pants do not hide their age, but emphasize it. It is better to choose plain trousers made from elastic fabrics. The pastel palette perfectly refreshes and makes the ensemble visually lighter and more impressive.
For full
If you are worried about extra pounds, they will be able to competently hide figure flaws. But you need to focus not only on excess weight, but on proportions.
Bananas
Trousers made of soft fabric with draping and pleats, loose hips and a high waist are called. They taper slightly at the bottom and often have cuffs or a shortened length. Bananas are distinguished by lightness, comfort, and elegance.
Pants of this style fit into a frankly daring street look and a moderate office wardrobe. Bananas are favored by fans of business casual style.
I can complement banana trousers T:
- retro blouses and bright patterns;
- tops and T-shirts with thin straps under an open jacket;
- and sweaters with American armholes;
- cropped and crop tops.
Shoes for bananas are suitable mainly with heels. Loafers, sandals and slip-ons can appear in a street look, but it's best to opt for a slight instep, be it a platform, wedge or barrel heel.
Breeches
Until recently, riding breeches meant clothing of overtly military design. Modern variations look much more feminine. They are made from glossy fabrics and soft leather, complemented with wide belts and metal chains. The presence of side pockets increases the functionality of the model and makes it desirable for those women who cannot boast of expressive hips.
It’s worth adding breeches. If such shoes seem uncomfortable, then wedge sandals or models with a stable round or square heel will help out.
Slacks and chinos
Among trousers with a loose fit and a comfortable fit, slacks are on the list of the most fashionable. They have a lot in common with bananas and breeches. This is a loose fit along the hips, a medium rise, and a tapered fit. Some products are tucked almost to the middle of the calf. Others are complemented by cuffs. All these elements add confusion to the understanding of styles, but do not prevent women from feeling comfortable and confident in fashionable trousers.
They also resemble, but are sewn mainly from light cotton and appear exclusively in the summer wardrobe. They are not suitable for harsh weather conditions. Similar models of pants are worn with T-shirts, blouses with a V-neck and denim shirts and sweaters.
Palazzo and culottes
The wide cut and light flowing fabrics make them desirable in summer outfits. Printed palazzos will add elegance to any look. They are worn under a heel and topped with a fitted top.
They present a shortened version of the palazzo. They are also sewn from dense fabrics that hold their shape. In this case, the trousers resemble a bell in appearance. Neoprene or thick knitwear are great for sewing culottes. They are also worn with high-top shoes. But the top options can vary: from feminine and romantic to rebellious and brutal.
Pajama style trousers
The theme of loose-fitting trousers continues. They are distinguished not only by a wide cut, but also by a comfortable fit. This is usually a medium or low waist. The pants come with an elastic band, which makes their resemblance to pajama pants even more obvious. Cotton, silk, and satin are used for sewing products. Trousers with a glossy effect are in harmony with mules, clogs, and strappy sandals. They are also worn with platform shoes.
Shortened models
Pants with cuffs, short joggers - all this is available to modern fashionistas. Short and tapered pants look elegant, and therefore they are worn with pumps. Pants in sports or casual style are paired with sneakers, slip-ons, sneakers, as well as clogs, sandals, and sometimes mules.
The top can be short and loose or layered. Empire style tunics and peplum blouses are suitable for narrow ones. For sports pants or denim breeches, T-shirts with slogans, fitness sweaters with pop art prints, crop tops and bandeau blouses are suitable.
High waist
The high seating position justifiably breaks records of popularity. Women “saw through” this trick and began to use it to give their figures seductive shapes.
Until recently, low-rise jeans were the number 1 clothing choice for many fashionistas. But today's ladies prefer to look stylish and fit, and this is what they are designed for.
They can be worn with flowing clothes or with blouses and blouses tucked into the waistband. If you have a high waist, it is still worth emphasizing the waistline. This technique provides the effect of long legs, a visually narrow waist, and a balanced figure.
The question of shoes remains open. If the proportions are met and there is no need to lengthen the legs, then shoes with flat soles or a small platform will come in handy. The same can be said about wedges or heels, whose height does not exceed 5 cm. Excessively high shoes are suitable for short and stocky young ladies.
Women's wrap trousers
Wrap-up trousers are still a rarity. They are more often chosen by overweight women and expectant mothers. This is a comfortable and extraordinary model that attracts attention even in the absence of flashy details or unusual prints.
Wrap trousers with a loose fit fit into the boho style. They are worn with knitted blouses, cotton or linen blouses, and lace tops. Wrap-up trousers made from suit fabric can go into business style. They usually have muted colors and go well with colorful things - blouses in rich colors, cardigans with a wolf fang pattern, and jumpers made of thin knitwear. They wear loose pants with heels. A summer look may include sandals, mules and clogs.
Joggers
Joggers are sweatpants made of cotton jersey. The color of the trousers varies, the presence of cuffs is welcome, but some products simply taper downwards or have cuffs.
Joggers can be worn not only with sportswear. They fit into street style and casual wardrobes. Most models come with an elastic band, some are complemented by a cord belt. On sale are not only cotton trousers, but also models made of glossy fabrics, with sparkles, rhinestones and sequins. They are created for club looks and go well with patent leather shoes or sandals.
Skinny
Skinny pants have a long history in the fashion world. They appeared in the era of the 60s. and since then they have appeared periodically on the fashion catwalk. Their last invasion became long-lasting. have long caused surprise and dissatisfaction among women who do not have perfect legs, but now tight-fitting trousers are worn even to work in the office, and it does not seem pretentious.
In this case, shirts and turtlenecks under a vest with a V-neck, chiffon blouses with a blazer or jacket, and long-cut cardigans with asymmetrical fronts can complement skinny trousers.
In your everyday wardrobe, skinny trousers can be complemented by vests and long sleeves, sweatshirts and hoodies, fitness sweaters and Lalo cardigans. Shoes are chosen according to the occasion.
In a feminine look, sneakers and slip-ons are appropriate; in a casual look, sneakers and slip-ons are appropriate; an office wardrobe will benefit from plain pumps of a minimalist design.
Cargo
Among military style trousers, they occupy a special place. They are comfortable, functional and durable. On sale are plain pants in gray, brown or sand colors, as well as products with camouflage patterns.
There is little femininity in cargo, but they will help out when traveling. Some fashionistas deliberately wear brutal cargo with deliberately feminine and elegant clothes. Cargo is usually worn with denim shirts, sweaters and leather jackets. And the shoes they choose are sneakers, Timberlands, and combat boots.
Afghanis and Zouaves
Aladdin, aka, have gained popularity among fans of the oriental style. Loose trousers with hem cuffs or tapered legs have a fantastic shaping effect. Harem pants provide freedom of movement and are suitable for sports, travel, and outdoor recreation. They are sewn mainly from natural fabrics. Silk Aladdins are quite worthy to take a place in an elegant look.
Worn by Zouaves and Afghanis with tight-fitting clothing. A good addition to loose-fitting pants would be tops with thin straps and bandeau blouses. Harem pants do not tolerate shapeless, multi-layered and flowing clothes, but the look can be refreshed with a tunic or shirt, not forgetting to emphasize the waistline with a belt.
Flare
Traditionally, there are two types of flares: from the hip and from the knee. The first option is good for women with massive hips. The flared cut perfectly masks this flaw. But the knee flare is more of a tribute to fashion or retro trends that attract many women. Slender legs and tall stature are prerequisites for knee-length flared trousers.
Fitted items can complement pants that are widened at the bottom. Pants of this kind are worn with turtlenecks, blouses with American armholes, and bandeau tops. Short denim or leather jackets, fitness T-shirts and crop tops can also complement the look.
Tapered down
Many trouser models have. Designers strive to emphasize women's ankles, because many men consider this part of the body sexy. Tapered trouser styles include breeches, pipes and even chinos. But there are also pants that are difficult to classify as any specific style. Classic trousers with pleats under the belt that turn into creases will be a wonderful solution for an office wardrobe.
Skinny jeans also never go out of style. If only those with an impeccable figure can afford tight skinnies, then slightly more comfortable jeans with tapered legs are suitable for more women. The presence of side welt pockets or stripes is welcome. It is recommended to wear such pants with chiffon blouses, knitted blouses, and blouses with batwing sleeves.
Pants that fall below mid-calf are considered a hot trend this season. There is no specific criterion for modeling cropped trousers, so any representative of this category is classified as cropped, from English - shortened. The range of such pants is impressive: they are straight, tapered at the bottom, wide, skirt-shaped, high- and low-waisted, classic with arrows, flared. Cropped trousers are models that are sewn from silk, viscose, wool, cotton, denim.
What are women's cropped trousers called?
On the catwalks of fashion shows around the world, short pants have gained recognition and secured a strong position in the fashion industry. Cropped pants have many names, depending on the shape. Various styles give women of different ages and body types the opportunity to wear trendy items harmoniously, regardless of the season and the strictness of the dress code.
European trousers 7/8
This ankle-length model allows you to focus on the narrow part of a woman's leg. They look original, and at the same time visually increase the girl’s height. In most cases, European trousers are sewn with a low waist, but there are also high-waisted exceptions, which creates an endless variety of impeccable trendy looks:
- A light spring jumper or a bright top must be tucked in; flat shoes or moccasins are perfect for the look.
- A jacket or jacket made of leather or substitute is chosen to be discreet if matched to a bright and colored bottom. The opposite is the case with neutral shades of the bottom.
- For a business style, beige, brown or black tones are suitable. It is recommended to select shoes and accessories in dark shades.
- You can get a shocking look if you combine black European trousers, a sand-colored jacket and beige sandals with 10-15 cm heels.
- The white tones of the top go perfectly with the gray ones. In addition - a handbag and boots in the same color.
- A loose tunic hides imperfections around the waist. Lilac trousers go stylishly with a white tunic and black wedge sandals.
- Sports models are recommended to be worn with T-shirts, tops and sneakers.
Capri pants
Models whose length reaches the middle of the shin are called capris. Such a thing in the wardrobe is universal, suitable for all occasions - for going to the gym, store, celebration and business meeting. This is the best choice for fashionistas, because... They don't restrict movement like skirts and aren't as revealing as shorts. These are summer clothes, so they are sewn from natural fabrics - cotton, calico, linen.
The variety of models will not leave any fashionista indifferent. They can be classic, strict, with pockets and cuffs, flared and tapered, colored and plain. Cropped capri pants can be a great alternative to classic pants, especially during the hot season. Selected taking into account a woman's build, capri pants look good on tall, short, thin and plump girls, because... hide figure flaws and focus on strengths.
The wrong length makes women unattractive, so it is recommended to follow some rules when choosing:
- Tall girls should pay attention to long capris - they will emphasize the length of their legs.
- Those with long and slender legs choose both flared and tapered styles.
- For plump girls, it is better to give preference to a straight cut, which visually slims the legs, and it is better to avoid tight-fitting models.
Chino pants
Loose trousers with cut-off pockets on the sides, pleats at the waist, tapered at the bottom, but not tight on the legs - chinos. They are sewn from soft natural materials - cotton, chintz, linen. This is a practical model, an alternative to everyday jeans. The color range is limited to universal monochromatic shades - green, brown, mustard, olive, graphite. They can be low-rise, almost on the hips, or standard, but they are always free along the entire length of the product.
Culottes
Wide, always shortened, length to the middle of the shin - women's culottes. This wardrobe item has no age restrictions. With its help, the beauty of women's legs is successfully emphasized. You can wear culottes in any season, but the most suitable period is spring-autumn, when it is warm outside. Stylists recommend combining these pants with:
- shirts, blouses - to create a business image, for office work;
- warm sweaters - for a stylish composition in cold weather;
- T-shirts, tops, T-shirts, denim jackets - for everyday wear in the warm season;
- jackets, cardigans - to create the image of a modern business woman.
Overweight women are advised to choose high-waisted styles. This technique, combined with a short length, will visually make the silhouette taller and slimmer. Culottes with arrows create a similar effect. Silk and chiffon models are suitable for slender women. The same applies to massive clothes with a large number of decorative elements - this will give the silhouette additional volume.
History of appearance
Women's fashion in the 1940s needed a model that did not follow the silhouette of men, and two designers created it almost simultaneously. In 1948, German fashion designer Sone de Lennart first showed cropped trousers for women. Such a low had not yet received mass distribution at that time. If women wore trousers, they were of the masculine, baggy type.
Sonya offered the fashionistas of that time a revolutionary model - small, neat, sophisticated ¾-length pants. The designer called them "Capris", and put them into the basis of the "Capri Collection" clothing collection, which became a popular and best-selling line. In addition, she came up with two length options for the product - summer and winter. This wardrobe detail brought recognition and popularity to the fashion designer.
Emilio Pucci was vacationing on the island of Capri in Italy in 1949. There he was inspired by the appearance of local fishermen, who rolled up their regular pants just below the knees. From this idea, the designer created “Capris”, which became a free, youthful, boyish alternative to the then popular classic, feminine, sophisticated and romantic New Look style.
In 1952, costume designer Edith Head chose capri pants for the look she created for Audrey Hepburn in the film Roman Holiday. In the film, the actress appeared in cropped pants, a long-sleeved T-shirt and sophisticated ballet shoes, all black. After this, not a single representative of the fair sex of humanity remained indifferent to this element of the wardrobe. Subsequently, trousers became an element of Audrey’s everyday style, followed by other celebrities - Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, Grace Kelly and others.
Who suits the shortened style?
Women's cropped trousers suit almost everyone. The main thing is to use and complement them correctly in the overall image. There are several “contraindications” that are taken into account when choosing pants. Capris are not recommended for girls:
- with full hips and legs;
- with excess weight in the buttocks and waist;
- with too short legs and short stature;
- with a disproportionately long body.
Properly chosen, they open the ankle and fulfill their purpose - to demonstrate the most graceful part of the leg, but no more. For this reason, the length of such a wardrobe element is not specified; it depends on the physiological structure of the woman’s body. Non-standard, truncated length can introduce an imbalance in the proportionality of the image. This happens in several situations:
- the wrong length, model, color was selected;
- the image is formed incorrectly;
- incorrectly selected accessories.
Women have high requirements for ankle girth levels. If this part of the body is not ideal, then rough, truncated trousers with cuffs will give it fragility and sophistication. Disproportion of legs is another issue that worries the fair sex. To close it, you need to focus on the waist and the color palette of the image. High-waisted models in combination with a cropped top or blouse with a peplum are perfect for this purpose.
For overweight women, to emphasize the waist, a design technique such as layering is suitable. For example, the top part of the look - the jacket - will end at the level of the navel, and underneath it will be a tunic or long T-shirt that will cover the hip area. A universal fashion look that is suitable for women of any size - an ensemble with a top tucked into trousers and an unbuttoned cardigan or jacket.
Features of choice for overweight girls
Women with curvy figures should give preference to classic styles with arrows, and also avoid capris that are too loose and draped. Overweight girls are embarrassed to wear tight-fitting pants, arguing that it makes them look fat. Fashion stylists assure that curvy figures are not an obstacle to creating a fashionable image. They recommend trying something new, not being afraid to experiment, creating your own style with different colors and styles.
- girls who have wide hips need to opt for a loose fit;
- Those with large breasts and broad shoulders should give preference to wide and flared models.
A conservative look for plus-size women is based on straight capri pants with a seamed waist paired with a dress shirt or blouse. For more modern girls, so-called bananas are recommended, loose at the top and tapering at the bottom. Regarding the color palette, girls should take a closer look at shades of black and gray, which give a slimming effect.
Other colors also look good - brown, cherry, burgundy, lilac. Too light colors will add extra volume to the silhouette, so it is recommended to avoid them. An indispensable option for curvy ladies can be the ankle-length “chinos” style. To avoid giving excessive bulk to the hips, you should give preference to pants with not too deep folds, but regular darts at the waist.
How to find the perfect length
Just a couple of insignificant centimeters can play a decisive role in creating a unique fashionable image - emphasizing the advantages of the figure or exposing flaws, adding a few extra pounds. The length of the capris should correspond to their width, that is, the narrower the bottom edge of the pants, the shorter the pants themselves, and vice versa, if the edge is loose and wide, then the pants are longer.
When purchasing this wardrobe item, it is recommended to give preference to models with a longer length. The fact is that after the first wash the fabric tends to “shrink”. For this reason, capri pants that were slightly longer become normal length, and short pants cannot be restored. If the length is not suitable, then it is recommended to shorten the trousers a little yourself or in the studio.
Short girls and women can be advised to wear capri pants with light-colored shoes, this way they can achieve the effect of lengthening their legs, but black shoes, on the contrary, can make their legs visually even shorter. The length should match the shoes. According to the recommendations of stylists, it is advisable to have separate suitable shoes for each pair of this wardrobe element.
Trendy models
Cropped trousers come in a variety of styles and styles and are considered a basic item. Like any other trendy thing, they have their secrets. Fashion designers do not insist on one single style - models of short pants are presented in the best fashion houses in different styles - sports, evening, for every day. Classic styles are presented in an original way, which are suitable for lovers of non-standard, but elegant and businesslike looks.
Straight ankle-length trousers
This season's trend is ankle-length models, which are called 7/8, because... they are shorter than standard ones by 1/8 of their length. The seat depth of Cropped Trousers should be just at the waistline. During fitting, it is recommended to pay attention to the degree of fit of the hips, especially in the groin area. Ankle-length pants should end at the thinnest part of the leg.
The stretch material with a high elastane content feels pleasant on the body, but wearing such a thing is not very comfortable, because... all the irregularities of the figure will be “naked”, the underwear will stand out. For this item of clothing, it is better to choose a fabric of medium density and rigidity, which holds its shape better, does not wrinkle, and does not stretch on the knees. 7/8 length trousers with arrows are suitable only for slender girls. Narrow at the bottom, but wide at the hips, riding breeches, which contain many folds at the waist, are recommended for overweight girls, because... their fullness will be masked.
Tapered pants
Pants legs that taper downward - this feature unites many varieties of tapered pants, which can be of any style - narrow, wide, straight, long, truncated. For owners of model parameters (tall, thin waist, long slender legs), the choice of such an item of clothing is not limited in any way. Classic straight styles that taper at the bottom suit this body type. The rest are recommended to combine this style with high-heeled or platform shoes.
Products that are loose in the hips are suitable for those with curvy figures; they will create a balance between large breasts and hips, while hiding extra pounds. Such girls should pay attention to high-waisted models that do not hug the hips and lower legs. Tapered trousers go well with a loose, voluminous top. There is a certain rule: the wider the lower part of the set, the narrower the top should be, and vice versa. For example, it is better to combine tapered pants with loose blouses or oversized sweaters.
Wide Short Pants
Culottes are a type of short trousers, flowing breeches, knee-length or slightly lower. At first glance, they can be mistaken for a midi skirt. Culottes are very comfortable and practical, and look stylish. This is an ideal option for slender, long-legged girls, because... due to the non-standard style and length, the effect of shortened legs is created. To avoid this, short women are advised to wear culottes with high-heeled shoes. A cropped top or T-shirt, a plaid shirt, a turtleneck is the perfect top for an look with these breeches. You can wear a jacket or coat over everything.
Classic with arrows
Women's business style trousers are an indispensable component of a strict, classic look. Products with arrows are ideal for everyday office wear. This item of clothing is presented in a wide variety of models, among which a girl of any age, build and height will be able to choose the ideal option for herself. Classic trousers with creases are straight along the entire length of the trousers, length to the toes, with evenly ironed creases on the front and back of the legs.
The color palette is limited to solid colors - black, gray, beige, and other restrained shades. Classic looks good on both tall, short and plump girls. The arrows give the effect of visual lengthening of the legs. It is recommended to combine them with formal blouses, shirts, and blouses. On top of everything, wear a fitted jacket or jacket, with classic low-heeled shoes. A blouse or shirt can be left untucked, tied with a strap, or tucked in. A women's tie will add formality to the look.
Using the play of colors, you can correct figure flaws. Girls with broad shoulders are recommended to choose the upper part of the outfit in dark colors, and vice versa, if the hips are full, then the lower part should be dark. By adding a few accessories, for example, a necklace or beads, you can slightly dilute the business style and go for a walk or to the theater dressed like this.
High waist
Designers and stylists are actively promoting high-waisted trousers, but not all girls are in a hurry to choose such a model, for the reason that supposedly such a style is only permissible for beautiful, slender women. A correctly selected model can highlight the advantages of a figure and hide flaws. For thin girls, models with a high waist with a yoke or with pleats at the waist are suitable; this model will make the hips more attractive.
Women with a thick build are advised to avoid excess volume in the hips, so you should not choose cropped pants with pockets, but opt for laconic, wide legs with a cuff. The bottom of any length - 3/4, 7/8, the main thing is to take into account the proportions of the figure so as not to visually shorten the legs. A top that can be tucked inside would go well with this look. Among shoes, it is better to choose high-heeled shoes, because... The flat sole reduces the length of the silhouette.
What to wear with short pants
One of the most common and popular clothing options has become cropped trousers, which are popular among women and girls of all ages and different body types. For some, with the help of capris, they will emphasize the grace of their ankles and the slenderness of their legs, while for others they will visually add a few extra pounds or “take away” 15 cm from their height. How to choose the right capris or breeches, how to combine them fashionably and stylishly?
In summer
Capris are universal clothing for any time of year and off-season; the only difference is in the choice of material. Winter models are made from soft wool, summer ones from thin materials, such as silk. Pants styles that are recommended to be worn in summer:
- Due to the volume of culottes, it is recommended to wear them with a fitted top. A T-shirt with a bright pattern, top, linen T-shirt, light golf or turtleneck will look good. For a business meeting, choose a classic blouse, shirt, or fitted jacket as the top part of the look.
- When choosing shoes to go with culottes, you should take into account the proportions of your legs, because... long-legged beauties can freely wear low-slung shoes, and representatives of the short half of humanity are better off choosing shoes with heels, platforms or wedges. Accessories include scarves, neckerchiefs, voluminous earrings, bracelets, and multi-strand beads.
- Bermuda shorts go well with any top and shoes, it all depends on the event you plan to attend in such a look. For example, for the beach, a bright cropped top, a loose T-shirt, a colored tunic will suit them, and the colors of the bottom and top can be equally colorful. Shoes should be similarly light - sandals, sandals, beach flip-flops. To create a business look, you need to choose plain shorts, a shirt or blouse, and finally a fitted jacket. It is recommended to follow the rule “dark bottom, light top”, and choose classic style shoes, preferably with thin heels. When choosing Bermuda shorts for a classic summer look, you need to be guided by the rule of etiquette - a woman’s legs should not be naked, so you need to choose flesh-colored nylon tights to go with them.
- You can wear almost anything with tapered trousers - tight sweaters, loose pullovers, turtlenecks, knee socks, blouses, shirts, tunics, T-shirts. All this must be worn tucked in, which allows you to demonstrate your thin waist. It is not recommended to overload the upper part of the look with bulky items; trench coats, cardigans, narrow coats, and short jackets are good options. Tall girls can wear ballet flats, loafers, and oxfords, but others are recommended to wear high-heeled or platform shoes.
- Gauchos are short trousers that reach the knee or ankle, with a wide belt at the waist, and flared from the hip. You can pair them with a stylish red top or a polka dot T-shirt. Classic black flares are worn with blouses, shirts, complemented with a short jacket and high-heeled shoes. This item of clothing goes well with a sports top, jacket, sneakers or sneakers. For daily wear, you can choose low-cut shoes - pumps, ballet flats, slip-ons; in the summer - flip-flops or sandals. Slender girls are advised to choose a model that is gathered at the waist, or a full model that fits around the hips.
- Bloomers, suitable for creating a light summer look, are sewn exclusively from light fabrics. Pants sewn from airy material, even when gathered in a huge number of folds, look almost weightless. They are characterized by a complex cut, so they need to be combined with something simple. It is recommended that the top be fitted and fitted. Volume jewelry in oriental style is suitable as an accessory. High-heeled sandals, clogs, and platform shoes will suit your summer look.
Winter and autumn
Short trousers with arrows, baggy, flared, made of wool, cotton and even silk - trousers of different styles and styles, lengths and colors will be in trend in the cold season. To be warm, fashionable, and stylish in winter, it is recommended to purchase popular culottes or palazzos, taking into account the type of appearance and size. Under them, no one will notice not only warm tights, but also a few extra centimeters.
Brie palazzos should be high-waisted, and there are no requirements for shoes - only the sock will be visible from under the flared trouser leg. Thick winter models with an open ankle are worn with an appropriate top - a sweatshirt, pullover. Although a skirt-trouser is a summer wardrobe item, in the autumn-winter season culottes made of warm fabrics should be in the wardrobe of every fashionista. They are well complemented by a tight top, high-heeled or platform ankle boots.
Shoes for short trousers and accessories
Fans of cropped trousers need to know that shoes without heels can only be worn with male models. Moccasins, sneakers, brogues, slip-ons, and boots are suitable for European ones. Other capri styles are recommended to be worn with heels, the higher the better. Pants with a length of 7/8 are combined with shoes that encircle the legs, this combination guarantees a visual lengthening of the legs. Tips for choosing shoes to go with capri pants:
- It is not customary to tuck Capris into the top of a boot - this is a sign of bad taste.
- Flared trousers are placed on top of shoes.
- When asked what shoes to wear with cropped trousers in winter, you can answer that tapered capris pair perfectly with high-heeled ankle boots.
- In the autumn-winter period, gaucho pants are worn with sports, insulated or winter sneakers.
- Shoes, heeled sandals, and platform sandals go harmoniously with summer pants made of light fabric.
Cropped women's trousers do not lose their relevance. This is a universal wardrobe item with which it is easy to create both a business and casual outfit. Well-chosen trousers will make your look stylish and fashionable.
What are cropped trousers called?
Pants whose length ends at mid-calf are called 3/4 pants. Pants that slightly reveal the ankle bone are usually called 7/8, or “European length.”
Types of cropped trousers
Almost any trousers can have short legs: bananas, classic, breeches or skinny. These pants are either hemmed to the desired length or hemmed. But there are specially designed models of ankle-length and higher trousers, from which any girl can choose the option that suits her.
Culottes
A trendy and universal model for any age and occasion. Culottes are wide straight trousers that reach the ankle or slightly higher. Both high and standard waists are available.
Culottes fit perfectly on tall, slender women. They make short girls with short legs visually even smaller and wider. The same applies to ladies with relief shapes. Culottes focus attention on the legs, enlarging the hip area. If you really want to wear such trousers, then you should give preference to flowing materials in dark shades. For girls with short legs, high-waisted culottes will help visually elongate their silhouette.
Capri
Pants with a straight or slim fit, mid-calf length. There are capris with a high and low waist, with and without arrows. The trouser legs come with hems, small slits, buttons or elastic. A well-chosen model will adorn both slender and plump women.
Gaucho
These wide cropped trousers resemble culottes, but don't confuse them. For gauchos, the length only covers the knee, and the lower leg is shown. This loose style is contraindicated for girls with voluminous hips and calves. For women with a slender build, this light summer option can be a godsend.
Carrot
Carrot pants really look like carrots: high waist, loose hip area with a smooth taper towards the middle of the calf. The length of the model can be either 7/8 or 3/4. They fit perfectly on those with wide hips and a narrow waist. Models made of thick fabric are suitable for a business or casual look.
Chinos
These are elongated “European length” trousers. The edge of the trouser leg is usually folded. Slim but loose, chinos are suitable for both informal events and formal occasions. Trousers are made from light fabrics: linen, cotton. You can choose chinos to suit any figure and height.
Wear women's ankle-length pants anytime and anywhere. The appropriateness of culottes, chinos, carrots or other models that reveal the leg depends on the execution. Pants made of thick fabric in calm colors are suitable even for a strict office dress code. Pants that reveal the shin are appropriate only in warm climates and in informal settings. As a rule, they are sewn from light fabrics and are intended for relaxation and walking.
Colored models can be an accent to an informal look. In short trousers it is comfortable to walk with children, engage in outdoor activities, meet with friends and attend parties.
What to wear with cropped trousers depends on your figure and height. You need to combine such pants with other clothes carefully - the leg becomes visually “cut off”. It is important for girls with short legs to take this point into account. For outerwear, choose jackets, coats and vests with a length no lower than mid-thigh. Short jackets and blazers will look good.
Wide trousers fit only slender and tall girls. Pair them with fitted or belted outerwear – the emphasized waistline will make the look fragile rather than monumental. Straight skinny trousers look great with both a tight-fitting top and oversized models.
Compensate for the cut length by darkening the leg between the shoe and the pant leg. Loose tights and knee socks that match the color of your trousers or shoes are suitable. Looks interesting in which the open leg is emphasized with bright socks.
Cropped trousers look good with almost any shoe: sneakers, high heels, boots, boots and ankle boots, sandals and clogs, brogues. Choose shoes according to the height of the top - narrow to hide under the trouser leg, or wide to tuck it inside.
To lengthen your height, choose pants and boots that are similar in color.
What not to wear with cropped trousers - anti-trend combinations
- You should not wear tights that are too thick or colorful under them. This is acceptable with bright, deliberately lowered socks, which will add an accent. Otherwise, the insert will look out of place.
- The elastic band of knee socks worn under short trousers should be invisible if you cross your legs.
- The more horizontal straps on a shoe, the shorter and more awkward the leg appears.
- In the cool season, an open ankle looks strange.
- If the trousers have a low rise, do not expose the waist area. This will distort the proportions of the body.
Modern fashion offers enough types of cropped trousers to suit any figure, style and season. Feel free to experiment and choose your ideal option that will highlight your figure and diversify your wardrobe.
If a man does not spend most of his time in hot countries or does not live permanently on an island, where it is enough to periodically change a pair of shorts, then he should have at least 2-3 types of trousers in his wardrobe. Today there are many varieties of men's pants in different styles, styles, materials and colors on the market. But often men’s knowledge of the classification of trousers is limited to classics, sports and jeans.
In fact, men's trousers are a fundamental everyday item that is worn in a variety of situations - from business meetings and romantic dates to playing sports or lying on the sofa at home. Some men absolutely don’t care what these or those pants are called. Most often, clothes are purchased based on specific purposes - for going to the office, going to a bar, going fishing, and so on. Nevertheless, for a general understanding of the basics of style, it definitely won’t hurt to know what types of men’s trousers exist.
CLASSIFICATION OF TROUSERS FOR MEN
CLASSIC PANTS
For many years, classic men's trousers have been considered an indispensable attribute of business style. Attending official events or working in an office where there is a strict dress code obliges a man to wear a good suit, one of the elements of which is classic trousers. On the other hand, a jacket is not a mandatory addition. Modern types of trousers can be combined with a wide range of other types of outerwear.
The most common colors of dress pants are black, gray and blue. Natural wool and various impurities are usually used in production. Overweight men often wear pleated trousers, that is, with pleats at the top, which makes the item more spacious and comfortable. Slender guys prefer modern straight trousers without pleats or cuffs. Suitable shoes are Oxfords and Derbys. Classic men's trousers are complemented by a belt and, less often, suspenders.
KHAKI TROUSERS
The invention of a British officer in the mid-19th century - pants made of 100% cotton, made in a characteristic light brown color - these are men's khaki trousers. The item gained particular popularity in American society after the end of World War II. Since then, this type of men's trousers has ceased to be part of the wardrobe exclusively of the military, as the civilian population quickly recognized khaki trousers as a reliable alternative to jeans.
Men's khaki trousers are suitable for fans of casual style, but are also widely used in the business sphere. Worn with fashionable shoes and sports shoes. Currently, color design has gone beyond traditional ideas. There are blue, green, gray and other shades. Khaki trousers are often complemented by pleats and side pockets, which give the item a slightly informal look. Very reliable, practical and comfortable pants.
CHINOS TROUSERS
Most men mistakenly believe that chinos and khakis are actually the same thing. Indeed, at first glance, things have a lot in common. Chinos are also made from cotton fabric, but often with the addition of synthetic additives, which gives the pants a little shine. Classic color - beige. Convenience and comfort in wearing are not inferior to khaki. What's the difference? The main difference is the more formal style and versatility.
Chinos rarely contain pleating or patch pockets. The pants can easily be worn both for work in the office and when relaxing with friends in nature. Combine with classic shirts and regular fashionable T-shirts, different types of men's shoes and sports sneakers, jackets and stylish sweaters. Typically, chinos are slightly tapered at the bottom. In contrast, khakis come in a huge variety of colors, including vibrant blues and greens.
TROUSERS SLACKS
Men's slacks are straight, loose trousers with a wide cut. A completely versatile item that can be worn to some formal events and widely used in everyday life. Thick cotton fabric is used in production.
Slacks look good with sports and summer shoes (sandals, moccasins) and high-quality men's shoes. Popular colors are beige, light grey, blue and various shades of brown. The pants go well with polo shirts. Men's slacks are often positioned as a cross between jeans and chinos.
CARGO PANTS
If you do not take into account jeans and sports models, then men's cargo pants are the most informal type of pants. A distinctive feature is the presence of spacious patch pockets on the sides. Sewn from mixtures of dense cotton and synthetic material. Very loose, wide and easy to use.
Cargo pants are suitable for young guys leading an active lifestyle, as well as representatives of working professions for whom pliers and a screwdriver in their pocket are commonplace. Pair with sports shoes, work boots, sweaters and denim shirts. Some models can even be worn with classic jackets.
VELVET PANTS
When it comes to unusual material for pants, men's corduroy pants often come to mind. In truth, this is one of the most interesting options. The item is mainly used in the cold season. Pants are worn with different clothes - shirts, jackets, jackets, sweaters, jumpers and so on. Very comfortable and practical. Frequent ironing and special care are not required.
Men's corduroy trousers are considered an informal style, but in principle they are a universal item. Today this type of pants is not very popular, but true connoisseurs can still be found. The material with a smooth brushed surface is pleasant to the touch, gets dirty a little and looks very beautiful. The trousers go well with stylish suede shoes.
SPORTS TROUSERS
Some men, and not only athletes, prefer to wear exclusively sweatpants both at home and in normal everyday life. In addition, this type of trousers is a must-have item of clothing during exercise, training and just active recreation.
Modern sweatpants are worn in different situations, but exclusively in informal ones. The clothes are very loose and comfortable. Trousers are made from different materials and in a wide range of colors. There are many fashionable styles and functional features.
JEANS
Jeans can be placed in a separate category, but without them the classification of men's trousers will be incomplete. Undoubtedly, this is the most popular type of pants in the world. No other type of clothing can compete with jeans in terms of practicality, durability, versatility, variety of styles and designs.
The most popular types of men's trousers were discussed above. Each category includes a lot of additional variations, differing in material quality, color, and so on. Of course, today there are various fashionable pants with interesting names - “bananas”, “breeches”, “hooligans” and so on. It's mainly about the style. In order to choose the right men's trousers, form a wardrobe and further improve your style, start from the basic classification.
Fashionable, stylish, sexy and at the same time absolutely universal... It’s not without reason that trousers are considered the best skirt. But every time, choosing a new model among the latest trendy proposals, you have to decide the question - is it right for me?
To make an impeccable choice, just knowing fashion trends is not enough; you should carefully study all types of women's trousers. And adopt the best ideas.
Styles and styles of women's trousers and their photos
We owe their appearance in the women's wardrobe to the great Mademoiselle - Coco Chanel in the 20s of the last century, who personally “brought” them to the Parisian world. Chanel's idea turned out to be almost a genius - a brutal men's item presented the female image in a completely new way, adding to it an inexplicable, shocking but obvious sexuality.
Against the backdrop of the style of those years, in which crinolines and corsets reigned, the trousers produced the effect of a bomb exploding, but quickly became a super fashionable item, which was immediately adopted by the style icons of that era. The styles of women's trousers remained a practical copy of men's for a long time.
Palazzo, due to the peculiarities of the cut and the airiness of the material (this is an indispensable condition for a successful model!) will emphasize the slimness of the figure and add harmony to the proportions, but only if the waist is clearly defined in the image.
Folds stitched or tucked in from the waist will add slenderness to the hips, and the loose A-shaped cut of the model will outline a feminine silhouette, hiding its imperfections. This style is a real find for those with curvaceous hips and a slightly defined waist, for whom it is usually the most difficult to choose a model that fits their figure.
Skinny women's trousers
Leggings, slims or stretch pipes... Frankly tight-fitting trouser models appeared by the standards of world fashion quite recently, a little more than half a century ago. And it's not just about the strict and conservative rules of high fashion. Tight-fitting models have become a response to a very dynamic and active lifestyle and modern standards, among which the main one is slimness.
Tight women's trousers are an excellent option for those with model parameters. But stylists believe that the ability to wear them does not depend on the size of the waist and hips. Such models are a very important component of fashionable images built on the contrast of volumes. A loose sweater or tunic, a voluminous but “airy” top is the most elegant combination with such narrow models that outline the silhouette well.
Perfect for any occasion, the style has long transcended the boundaries of informal and casual styles.
The very style of the image depends only on what fabric the model is made from. Denim or stretch cotton? The tight-fitting effect, literally like a “second skin,” is achieved not only due to the capabilities of the material, but also due to the features of the cut.
The best way to emphasize an excellent figure with the help of such models is an absolutely simple style, devoid of additional (and in this case unnecessary!) details. It will be supported by prints, bright colors and original fabric textures; it is in tight-fitting models that any design experiments look most organic.
Women's breeches
A very fashionable and very shocking style of tight women's trousers - breeches. Their prototype was the trousers worn by the first European pilots - playboys of the 20s of the last century. The tight-fitting style and complex cut of the model, combined with a fragile female figure, create a frankly shocking, but very stylish silhouette and image as a whole.
Breeches, and designers are persistent in their opinion, should under no circumstances be combined with other things in men's style. Only romantic and very feminine tops, and most importantly, shoes will allow you to create a unique and very extraordinary look with them. The only “but” is that riding breeches look ideal only on very slender and fairly tall girls.
Short women's trousers
The fashion for trousers was created by real style icons, one of them was the legendary First Lady of the United States Jacqueline Kennedy. It was she who made short women's trousers iconic, namely, well-fitting seven-eighths long models that elegantly reveal the ankle. They were created for her personally by Hubert Givanshi, an iconic figure of modern fashion and Jacqueline’s personal designer.
Both the style and the length turned out to be a real fashion find for petite girls, which is why the model has not left fashion catwalks for more than half a century. A simple, absolutely laconic cut allows you to emphasize the silhouette of the model and, with its help, reveal all the advantages of the figure.
An important detail that should not be forgotten is a loose, non-tight, but strict fit and no emphasis on the waist.
The ideal ensemble with such models is created by shortened to the hip line and elegant shoes with low heels or without it. This silhouette was created by Jivanshi for the petite First Lady of the United States, and it is this that the most fashionable designers interpret in their own way.
Women's cargo pants
Today's style setter Jennifer Lopez made her contribution to the fashion for trousers; she introduced women's cargo trousers into fashion. A real sex symbol, Jennifer actively used this shortened model both for filming videos and in everyday life. The contrast between Jennifer’s own appearance and the model’s style created a real sensation, and became the starting point for the rise of cargo in fashion trends.
The idea of these trousers was borrowed from the work uniform of American dockers; even literally translated from English, their name means “cargo”. Characteristic features of the model: a loose fit, a “low” fit on the hips - a belt, cuffs under the knee or a wide free edge and the obligatory large pockets with flaps, into which you can fit anything. Even the colors of cargo did not undergo significant changes when they were transferred to the women's wardrobe. All shades of blue, gray and khaki are a trendy range for this model.
But, nevertheless, they create the femininity and sex appeal of the image perfectly. Especially in combination with very romantic and frivolous tops, emphasizing the contrast and sex appeal of the image.
They are universal and look perfect in any look, and no true fashionista will limit themselves to just one pair. Moreover, today’s trends contain many of the most unconventional and stylish ideas.
When choosing a new one, do not forget about a very influential fashion trend - oriental. Fashion historians have not agreed on when and where exactly trousers first appeared in the attire of oriental women - their history goes back thousands of years, but the styles still continue to inspire the best designers.
Women's harem pants
The idea of fashionable women's trousers is inspired by the East. And although in the original they were only an addition to a medium-length dress, in European fashion, bloomers have become an independent part of the image.
But in the best traditions of style, such models are sewn from light, airy and noble materials. The cut itself gives freedom and comfort to such trousers with elastic. The emphasis on a thin waist and graceful line of hips will be emphasized by a wide elasticated belt, but the elasticated gathers along the lower edge of the model - at the ankle - will truly reveal the oriental theme.
Designers use the ethnic theme in such models only as a style motif, so it is best to combine them with neutral tops, such as plain tight-fitting and cropped T-shirts and light, elegant shoes without heels.
This is an exclusively summer model, designed for casual “vacation” and evening looks, so the comfort and respectability of the materials themselves will not be superfluous.
Moreover, they are sewn only from natural fabrics - silk or the finest cotton, which can reproduce a light, flying, literally hugging silhouette.
Women's beach pants
A more democratic version of such models are women's beach trousers. They are considered an essential attribute of an elegant and very thoughtful luxury vacation wardrobe. In them, designers try to combine the comfort of oriental models - natural fabrics, simplicity and freedom of style perfectly highlight the light eroticism of the fashionable pajama style. If your beach trousers are almost transparent, then you've got the style right.
Beach models, unlike most others, are chosen not as an independent part of the image, but as an addition to a spectacular swimsuit. And this means an exact combination of colors, and most importantly style, their task is to create an organic and very expressive image for a luxurious holiday.