This story is updated in January 2019.
Blame it on cold winter days, or unwaxed legs, but you can’t really wear dresses and skirts every single day no matter how much of a girly girl you are. Trousers are a definite wardrobe staple for men as well as women and can be worn for almost any occasion. The right pair of pants are comfy, practical and incredibly chic. We give you 9 kinds of trousers every girl should have in her closet at any given time. Whether you dress them up or down – you’re guaranteed some effortless fabulousness.
9 Kinds Of Trousers You Should Have In Your Closet
1. The Everyday Denims
You probably love the acid wash fad and may have 30 pairs of jeans, but this is the pair that you always seem to reach for and can be worn with anything, anywhere. Not too high-waisted nor too low, a simple pair of dark denims with a uniform wash that fits you like a glove is an absolute essential and will come to your rescue in the day or night, when you don’t know what to wear.
POPxo Recommends: ONLY Blue Jeans (Price: INR 2,495)
2. Cropped Trousers
A well-fitting pair of cropped pants can give you a super-model effect and help you fake longer legs. Just make sure that they aren’t very baggy and flatter you. They can be worn with silk tops for the night or a simple white tee for some casual chic. These pants look fantastic when paired with heels, ballet flats and sandals.
POPxo Recommends: Arrow Grey Printed Slim Fit Trousers (Price: INR 2,099)
3. Structured Leggings
A structured pair of leggings or jean leggings (jeggings) bring a more polished touch to a regular pair of casual leggings and are as comfy. Plus, you don’t need to wear them with only long tops since they don’t bring attention to your crotch and butt like a regular pair of leggings. Get them in bright colours, prints, with faux leather details or a classic black – you can have numerous pairs. They look great, can be worn anywhere and are so comfy you will want to wear them everyday.
POPxo Recommends: N-Gal Grey Printed Jegging (Price: INR 450)
4. Boyfriend Jeans
Whether you want to add an androgynous edge to your look or are just aiming at some easy style, a fun pair of boyfriend jeans is a must-have. They’re on-trend, oh-so-comfy and can be paired with simple tees and jackets as well as dressy tops. You can also fold them up to your ankle and wear them with heels for a sexy touch. Just make sure not to pair them with tops that are distressed or ripped as well to risk looking shabby.
POPxo Recommends: Zara Medium Wash Ripped Boyfriend Jeans (Price: INR 2,990)
5. Formal Trousers
Every girl needs a pair of slim, ankle-length ‘power’ pants to rock at interviews, boardrooms and formal events. Plus they translate well from day to night, from the workplace to the bar. Get them tailor-made or buy a pair that fits you perfectly and wear them with blazers and pretty blouses. These pants are a classic and bring a polished edge to your style.
POPxo Recommends: United Colors Of Benetton Black Slim Fit Formal Pant With Front Crease (Price: INR 2,899)
6. Wide-Leg Trousers
A simple pair of wide-leg pants can be worn to the office, get them in a fun print and wear them for a party or you can even get them in jeans when you want to stir up your daily wardrobe. The bottom line is that they are super flattering, can make your legs look longer than ever and can do wonders for your confidence. As long as they fit well- snug on top but pool over at the bottom, you can definitely score some major style points.
POPxo Recommends: Forever 21 Pleated Wide-Leg Trouser (Price: INR 1,555)
7. Skinny Jeans
You may live in them or are yet to learn to love them but there’s no denying that skinny jeans are not going away anytime soon. They look incredibly sexy and are perfect for running errands or a night of club-hopping, yes, they are super versatile. And contrary to popular belief, no matter how large you think your butt is, you can still rock them (just look at Kim K!)- it just depends on how well they fit you.
POPxo Recommends: Vila Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans (Price: INR 2,500)
8. Luxe Track Pants
A comfy tracksuit in a lively print or your fave colour is just what you need when you hit the gym, travel or on a day when you just want to be comfy but chic while running errands or grabbing coffee with your bestie. Trust us, it’s always handy to have them lying around in your wardrobe.
POPxo Recommends: Tamara Melon Printed Silk Track Pants (Price: INR 33,194)
9. Tapered Pants
A pair of high-waisted tapered pants will never fail to add some style to your look. They are versatile enough to be paired with heels or flip flops and are super comfy for some easy-chic style.
POPxo Recommends: Forever 21 Pleated Drawstring Pants (Price: INR 1,129)
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