I think they would look great with your white blouse and jacket! It would look a bit more fashion-y and grown up that way, I think. I can't wait to see it!

First, you do not look like a clown at all. I often see printed trousers in Europe, especially Italy. They are usually quite popular. I see them less often in the US in general. That being said, I like the idea to wear a solid top since the stripes here are a little wide. The flowers are also a large print, so now you have two large prints competing for focus in this outfit. DH is too funny with his fly comment but yhis outfit isn't a big miss, it just needs a tweak.

Oh, my DH is progressing, but we had a big hill to climb. He is used to me in heels now and has come to like them ( I think). He is also all for boots, shorts, and *tights* but told me that boots and shorts *without tights* is not his favorite. He also does not like wide stripes (maybe it's a chromosome thing?). Strangely, he is also not fond of my plan to get a trench coat... hrm, thank you, Mr. Random Distaste!

Natalie, I know you will be able to own these trousers when you wear them. Looking at your regular WIW posts and comparing them to the floral trouser outfit I believe there is a key ingredient missing, a pinch of vintage.

I came across this image of MM and thought of your trousers, cuffed at the hem a couple of times, a crisp shirt and a pair of ballet flats. This vintage fashion look feels more in keeping with how I perceive your style goals.

Please do correct me if I am off the mark.

Hey, there. Super late to this party; however, I would totally rock outfit 1 AS IS. You look awesome, IMO.

Mega Hugs.

I can't really comment on 1-2 since printed pants are not my thing. But the outfit in 3-4 is not boring! It's adorable and great for a MOTG. I understand about dealing with a picky husband. Sometimes guys dislike such random things!

Your pants are getting some love - http://lookbook.nu/look/3191441-Floral-print-pants

Do you think DH would like them better if you paired them with a solid jacket and heels?

Cool Rita!

I think my husband is going to hate them no matter what, but I am going to try to make them a little more sophisticated/"grown-up" next week and we'll see what he says!