WHY ARE CAPRI PANTS SO ON TREND RIGHT NOW
Cropped pants are becoming increasingly popular, especially as the spring turns to summer. There's nothing better in the warmer weather than capris or cropped pants! However, for many women, this style is thought of as a difficult or unflattering look to pull off. No matter your figure, there's a way to wear capris. It's just about finding the proper cut and look for your shape! Let's dig in on how to wear cropped pants.
HOW TO WEAR CAPRIS
Capris are cropped pants that hit above the ankle but regularly below the knee. Their cut is what makes them different from bermudas that stop above the calf.
Finding the perfect length for your capris is a difficult one, but it's important to find the right sweet spot that will make you feel comfortable while also looking attractive! The perfect pair of capris need to end at the most flattering point on your leg. While different for everyone, it will always be just below or above where you have the widest part of your calves. It can be tricky, so try as many pairs and see what looks best.
1) Applying the Rule of Thirds
Your top part is usually 1/3, and your bottom part is 2/3 when putting together an outfit that follows this flattering guideline.
But you can also create a creative, two-thirds to one-third silhouette by tucking in your top of the cropped pants or wearing it with a long tunic or dress! Don't be afraid to wear longer tops if you are of average height or tall. They will make your legs look long and slender while also adding a little something extra for the eye when wearing any dress with an open back.
2) Wear a Shorter Top
High-waisted cropped pant bottoms look fabulous with tops ending just above the waistline. When wearing cropped pants that are flared or wider, be sure to wear a shorter top when you want to accentuate your legs' length.
3) Make Sure Your Capris Are Tapered
Capris with a tapered or straight leg to create the longest and sleekest look on any size. If you like wide trousers, then go for the full-leg style, but we recommend a tight leg line if you prefer the traditional cropped pant or capri cut.
4) The Length of Your Capri Trousers Is Important
There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to the length of cropped pants. Just a few inches can make a big difference! A properly fitted pair of capris should draw attention to the slimmest part of your leg.
Regular sized calves: Wear capris that end just below the muscular part, somewhere between your calf and ankle, where your shin starts to indent.
Muscular calves: Wear cropped pants that stop just above the ankle. In your case, this style is likely the most flattering.
Skinny calves: You may have an easier time shopping for cropped pants that suit your figure. However, if you want to accentuate your curves, find a pair of capris that end at the fullest part of your calves.
POPULAR TYPES OF CAPRIS
Now that you know the basics of what to look for when shopping for capris let's get to the fun part: the season's latest styles!
1) Black & White Capris
If you're looking for an iconic pair of black capris, it doesn't get any more comfortable than our Flatten It® Pull-On Capri with Back Chain Detail, tailored with a button and zipper-free pull-on waist that hugs your curves. The little chain detail at the back adds just the right amount of kick to your step!
A pair of white capris are incredibly stylish and look great with a flowy top. Tribal®'s Audrey mid-rise wide-leg bottoms are so soft and stretchy. These white pants are made of lightweight denim and have contrasting black top-stitching and a wide leg that's totally on-trend this season.