The Return of the Trouser Jean

Spotted at NY Fashion week…the return of the relaxed trouser jean! For anyone who is sick of wearing skinny jeans every day (don’t get me wrong I love my skinny jeans, but change is usually good when it comes to your wardrobe) or just want to try new things the trouser jean is back. Trouser jeans are fitted at the hips and then loosely fitted through the thigh, then flaring slightly from the knee to the ankle. This makes trouser jeans a flattering staples in many women’s closets.

Photos courtesy of style.com  (L to R, Derek Lam Spring 2011, Badgley Mischka Spring 2011, Elie Tahari Spring 2011, Z Spoke by Zac Posen Spring 2011)

The trouser jean can be just as versatile as the skinny jean, if not more so. In a dark or medium wash the trouser jean can be paired with peep-toe heels and a tucked in tee for an instant airy fall look. Trouser jeans are even work appropriate with the right combination of pumps and a tailored blazer or blouse. Check out our wiki on how to wear denim to work for some more ideas. Trouser jeans are a classic fitting look that works with most body types because, similar to bootcut jeans, they add balance to curves.

Even if you are not someone who follows whatever is trendy, trouser jeans are classics, so take this opportunity (you’ll have more options because they are currently “on trend”) to pick up a pair and try out a new silhouette!

posted by: Bonnie Coombs on September 23, 2010 at 3:36 pm
filed under: Trend Alert | comments (2)
TAGS: trouser jeans, how to wear denim to work

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On 09-25-2010, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) said

Finally a style of jean for the older woman. Glad they’re back!

On 10-07-2010, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) said

I like this type of jeans, its funky!