Lately I am all about pants. I used to prefer skirts and dresses, but I have seen the light and now all I want to do is wear pants all.the.time. I think one of the reasons for this, besides extreme comfort is that pant silouettes have really changed over the last couple of years and options for work pants aren’t simply a boot leg or flare. I like that all major retailers are carrying pants that have a slimmer leg and taper at the ankle.
I wore my olive colored Andie Chinos from J.Crew for the first time today and they are definitely a must-have pant. I tried them on in store but wanted to order a tall which they don’t carry (for reference, I went with the 6T). They were backordered online and took about 4 weeks to arrive at my doorstep. I was able to use the 30% off discount when I purchased them from the store on backorder, so that was great, and they were definitely worth the wait. I don’t own any pants in this color so it was a nice addition to my ever-growing pant collection. You heard it here first, pants may be the new J.Crew No. 2 pencil skirt (for me at least).
Please excuse the work bathroom selfie. Sometimes, it’s my only option. I love the way the multi-colored tiles clash with my outfit 😉
Pants- J.Crew | Top- Anthropologie | Shoes- J.Crew Factory | Necklace- J.Crew | Cardigan- J.Crew |
Next on my pant wish list? These gorgeous toothpick jeans in a rich green velvet (I’m waiting for a sale).
Have you been enjoying the slimmer/more tapered pant silhouettes? Do you wear them to work or do you stick with more traditional pants?
Amy Haegg says
Loving the skinny pants and I am going to hate when the style changes!!! Super cute outfit!!
Amy http://www.happilyhello.blogspot.com
Sabrina Deller says
So cute!
Seven says
Cute! You've got to try Pilcro and the Letter Presses Sarif cord leggings. They're insanely comfy and very flattering. I get mine from Anthro.
Meg O. says
And thanks to you I have olive and green pants on my wish list.
[email protected] says
I aim to please 🙂 hehe
Megan {Willow Way Blog} says
I swore by tapered pants when I was working! The green velvet is totally lustworthy!
Jenn P says
Love the look, and I LOVE that anthro top! May have to check it out. ~Jenn
http://www.twobytwomom.com
Stacy G says
Love those pants! Ive been wanting a pair of olive green legging/ pants for a while now. I think I'm going to see what Marshalls has to offer. I definitely prefer skinny pants also!
Amy says
Love the outfits! I have that same top from anthropologie in black and I love it!
anneliese k says
I am a true pants lover and am so happy you've seen the light!! Pants and flats?! I can't wait to see what's next!
anneliese k says
I am a true pants lover and am so happy you've seen the light!! Pants and flats?! I can't wait to see what's next!
[email protected] says
pants+flats= easier daycare drop off 🙂
Ellyssa Derry says
Hi Veronika. I'm a new reader and have been enjoying your blog as I can relate to your style. I've been eyeing the Andie chino for a while so I was interested to read your review.
You mentioned you ordered a tall. I'm 5' 8" and usually order a tall for J. Crew work pants to accommodate for my height in wedges or heels. Would recommend ordering a tall for my height in this style tapered leg?
[email protected] says
Yes because the tall will make them hit nicely whereas the regular length makes them more ankle pants. I roll the hem of the tall ones with flats and love that look.
Ellyssa Derry says
Great, thanks for the advice!
Adrienne says
This bathroom selfie seems so familiar …
Heidi says
Love those pants! I'm a sucker for anything velvet in the winter months.
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Kylie says
I have a great pair of red velvet jeans from Lucky that I LOVE, but now I want those green JCrew ones! I do sometimes wear pants to work, and they're always slim fit. My favorites are from the Gap and Banana Republic. I have a few pairs of old bootcut work pants and I just find myself NEVER wearing them b/c I don't like the way they look/don't have anything to pair them with. My one exception is my straight fit cuffed green wool Banana pants that look cute with flats/crew neck pullover/button down/long necklace.
Katherine says
Love skinny work pants. Would love to see your ideas on professional looking booties that look cute with skinny pants. Now that winter is approaching I'm looking for some shoes that work with socks and skinnies!
KatyK says
I wear pants a lot more, but my office is very casual. I love those velvet pants you posted, although I saw a much more inexpensive version at The Limited 🙂
Luba Lovely says
wow those velvet pants are HOT! You should definitely get them. Love how flattering they look!
Luba
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