Showing posts with label fashion how-tos. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fashion how-tos. Show all posts

Friday, March 25, 2011

How to Wear Cropped Bottoms

Cropped bottoms are a growing style trend and have been all over the spring runways. The tapered trousers and a straight cargo are very in right now and feel fresh and new. Unfortunately, this trend can look unfaltering and dated if not done right.
Leggy women can pull off the tapered cut, but should insure that that the crop hits low on the calf and slightly above the ankle. This will keep the look like purposeful and not like you have grown out of your pants.
Those with shorter legs or who are pear shaped are best suited with a straight cut or wide leg style. This will elongated and slim the leg. A nude heal will also help in this department!
If you have heavy calves, you can still work this trend. Just insure the crop hits at the smallest part of your calf as this is where the visual focal point will be. The smallest part of the leg will tend to be right above your ankle.
Alternatively, if you have thin calves a close fit cut is better suited for you making your legs look proportionate and shapely. A wide cut will only make you leg look scrawny.

If you're wondering what to wear with this cropped style, a flowing top is very of the moment. Chose a peasant top, loose tee, or ruffles. A jacket or blazer can be worn over the top and will perfectly nip in the waist.
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Friday, January 22, 2010

Ask Elyse: In a Stitch

Dear Elyse,

I found some fab jeans with a great fit and I want to be able to wear them right away. The only problem is they're just a little bit too long and I can't get them tailored until next week. Is there something that will give my jeans a temporary lift.

Thanks,
Bridget

Dear Bridget,

I understand your enthusiasm! A good pair of jeans is a rare find. If you really want to wear them this minute, see if you can't wrestle up some heels to hide the height. Not only will it add those extra inches to fill the jean, it will make your legs look extra long and slender.

An alternative to consider is Hem Tape from Bristol Six. Hem Tape is an adhesive band built to hitch up your denim. It works well for too-long denim and also gives you the option to change up your jeans by making length options unlimited.

Hope this helps,
Elyse