There’s no two ways about it: wide legged trousers are tricky to style.
I think the hardest part is getting footwear right, as anything other than heels (and even then the right kind of heels) just doesn’t counteract the widening effect of the trousers with some leg length. So yes, I’m wearing ; yes, I wore them for practicality as we went to do some shopping at a country food market, and yes, I think heels would have looked better. But there are some times that I just won’t sacrifice comfort for style, and this was one of those times.
I do, however, LOVE the pastel pink (nice to go for an unexpected colour at this time of year) and I think they work really well with a graphic t-shirt… it tones down the dressiness of the . In fact, that’s a great styling trick: to wear something dressy and keep it casual at the time, wear it with grey marl – or distressed denim. For example, a grey marl t-shirt with a pleated maxi skirt, or distressed boyfriend jeans with a sequinned top. It means you get much more wear out of your wardrobe.
Do you have any tricks for dressing down (or dressing up!) your favourite pieces to make them worker harder in your wardrobe? Or have you tried the wide legged trend – how did you get on… did you find them tricky like I did?
T-shirt: c/o La Redoute, Trousers: c/o Front Row Shop, Shoes: c/o Daniel Footwear, Bag: Next, Necklace: c/o Mark Milton, Watch: c/o Olivia Burton, Cuff: c/o Yosa
those blush pants are fabulous! 🙂
Chioma
C's Evolution of Style
Great trousers…. Nice look!
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One of my tricks is to see how you do it. :o) Seriously though, I have gotten much more mileage out of fancy skirts by pairing them with fun/funky tees or tanks. I also love dressing up otherwise casual outfits with sparkly jewelry.
JJ
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Hehe I like your thinking, JJ – thank you!! I do the same with Pinterest to see how others do it 😉
Beautifully styled, as ever. I too love the soft pink at this time of year – it would look amazing with a burgundy top too I think x
Burgundy – noted!! Thanks Sarah, I agree about pastel pink for autumn! x
you make everything look so elegant
Aww Linda thank you!!!!! xx
I did an out-and-out palazzo pants look on my blog a while back, dearest Catherine!! 🙂 If you happen to be petite like I am, then I agree that some major heels (I wore platform sandals) are the way to go…but YOU'VE got legs-for-days!! These pretty pink trousers look lovely with your favourite flats; no sacrifice of comfort required!! XOXO
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Oh it's definitely an illusion about my legs, Monika!! Amazing what standing up as straight as I possibly can and elongating my neck for my photos will do ;)) (and thank you of course for your lovely lovely comments)
Hi Catherine. I really like wide legged trousers but I agree that they generally look better with heels. Btw, you can always dress up your distressed jeans and grey t-shirt by adding some killer heels and a more elegant jacket. Likewise, dress down your fancy dress with some casual footwear and a jean jacket.
Alex – Funky Jungle
Excellent tips, Alex – thanks hun! x
What a fun color for wide leg trousers – it's so versatile. I'm also big on mixing-matching fancy and casual pieces. The go tos for me are a tshirt or a jean jacket!
Luci’s Morsels – fashion. food. frivolity.
I thought pastel pink would make a change at this time of year, Luci – thank you!
Beautiful trousers, Catherine! Unfortunately I can't wear my white lines ones any longer, our weather is too autumnal but I am looking for a pair in a darker colour.
However, I do love the soft colours of your look, this light pink goes so well with grey and your haircolour makes it even more interesting!
xo
Annette | Lady of Style
oh lovely location as usual! love the pink and grey together.
Kif (Flourishign Grace)
Would you believe this was the car park at the food market we went too…?!! Thanks Kif x
I love that tee x
I love mixing dressy and casual pieces! It really does stretch your wardrobe. And I think the flats look great ;).
Tamara
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You're with me on the dressy/casual mixing, then Tamara…?! Thanks my lovely x
I love wide legged trousers, I bought a pair from Zara and I just love to wear them.
Rubi | The Den
Very fun look, Catherine…and I really like the handbag!
Woah you look absolutely AMAZING!
I adore this outfit so much – I think you've matched the shoes beautifully!
Kelly from | DayDreams & DaisyChains
Oh Kelly that's really lovely of you… thank you!
I really like wide-leg trousers too, and you style them beautifully with a casual top. xox
Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday, too! xox
Oh you look WONDERFUL in them, Patti! Thank you hun x
I love wide leg trousers they really suit my figure but I agree footwear is difficult. I do have a pair of low chunky heel courts that are comfy and do work however I also wear mine with flats.
Definitely the most challenging leg shape to style. I think chunky heels are the best ones for me, Josephine! x