https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 12 May 2026 15:40:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542747 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 19:49:44 +0000 elpgal 1542747@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>CE is a house brand and the quality is very good. I have a lot of silk tops from them and they wash very well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542706 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 17:52:36 +0000 Anonymous 1542706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Talbot's has some nice-looking wool pants in 3 different styles, just in.&nbsp; Very classic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542684 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 17:13:05 +0000 abc 1542684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And you know what, I've seen items from NAS go on sale a bit later for the NAS price or lower so patience can pay off. Good luck and keep us posted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542625 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:01:41 +0000 Angie 1542625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Got it. Lets enjoy the hunt together, Lisa. I'm sure the ultimate black trousers will turn up.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542624 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:00:59 +0000 Anonymous 1542624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lafayette is a brand I'm familiar with, but have never tried on nor seen at retail lately. Will have to see where they are sold! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542621 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:58:29 +0000 Amy 1542621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Lafayettes have worked well for my figure and I also have a much smaller waist than hip measurement. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542609 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:45:12 +0000 Anonymous 1542609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vince Strapping pants - have a pair . They are quite cropped though, and the fit isn't great on me. &nbsp;They strike me as best on a really straight body .</p> <p>Angie - I realize that vent comment sounded odd. &nbsp;I like a bit of design detail like that, or something that sets a trouser apart from just an average pair of black pants. It was just an example of a feature I don't mind. &nbsp; A pair I tried somewhere recently had that feature and I though it was interesting - draws attention to the shoe underneath. &nbsp;I'm getting impatient - but I'll wait:) &nbsp;I am curious about the CE pant though and will go over to see what the Cdn price is - I don't mind spending if the pant delivers on fabric and style.</p> <p>Ok - looked at the CE's and see that they are a poly blend, not wool. &nbsp;That concerns me - shininess, etc . &nbsp;I would really need to see these first before ordering from Nordstrom and risk having to pay to return. &nbsp;Is this a house brand for Nordstrom?</p> <p></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542540 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 10:48:07 +0000 kkards 1542540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>its to bad that vince doesn't work for you, because i was going to second gryffin's suggestion for the strapping pants.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;its been 2 years since i bought them, so i'm assuming they are still the same, but i'd also suggest the jcrew suiting pants</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542499 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 05:29:36 +0000 tulle 1542499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm on a similar hunt, only for classic charcoal gray flannels, lined for Winter warmth and comfort, with a loose, but not too wide, drape--even harder to find!&nbsp; Have you looked at Akris Punto?&nbsp; Pricey, but their pants are made of the most exquisite fabric, and beautifully cut. They have a Black Basics section with some great designs, including a pair of pants (I think they are called Madisons) that might be what you're looking for.&nbsp; Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542465 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 03:06:28 +0000 Destri 1542465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I can chime in on the CE pants Angie suggested above. I had purchased the NYDJ bootcut ponte pant at the NAS. Then, just my luck, I started thinking (after the sale!) that I really better try the CE since I'm looking to replace a great pair of Karen Kane pants (bootcut) that were my "go to" nice black pants. Well, I *really* like the CE pant ... better than the NYDJ. The CE pant is a bit longer (which I like), great material, and I love the cut (maybe a little more narrow in the knees and a bit more flared). So, yes, Angie--sad face for me too that i missed ordering these in the NAS--drat!!!!! Makes me mad just thinking about it! Oh, and, Lisa, I think I'm pretty much an hour glass and the CE's fit me quite good through waist, hip and thighs (I'm about 5'6" 132 lbs)--size 4 . . . I'm leaning towards keeping them. Good luck with your search. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542445 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 02:09:02 +0000 gryffin 1542445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa - did you try the Vince strapping pants? Love them so much I'm going to duplicate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542391 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 00:23:09 +0000 Angie 1542391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These were <b>AMAZING</b> - and you missed them on sale. *sad face*. They look MUCH better in person. The fabric and finish is extremely luxurious.</p> <p>Lets wait a while. The Fall stuff is imminent. It's still end of season stuff now. Try: <ul> <li>Alexander Wang</li> <li>Theory</li> <li>Classiques Entier</li> <li>Alice &amp; Olivia</li> <li>Lafayette</li> </ul> Why would you want a side vent in the hem, Lisa?</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542389 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 00:21:37 +0000 Melinda SF 1542389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a high waist to hip ratio also. &nbsp;I've had luck recently at Ann Taylor. &nbsp;Talbot's also sells lovely wool trousers. Both are nice medium rise, decently made, and can often be found on sale. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542378 Thu, 20 Aug 2015 00:06:24 +0000 Anonymous 1542378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No. Thanks for the reminder! &nbsp;I'll go back and have a look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542374 Wed, 19 Aug 2015 23:55:14 +0000 elpgal 1542374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Did you try the CE black pants from NAS? I'll be following this thread with interest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-the-ultimate-black-trouser#post-1542357 Wed, 19 Aug 2015 23:13:31 +0000 Anonymous 1542357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Angie,Inge &nbsp;et al:</p> <p>I'm looking for the <b>ultimate black trouser</b> for fall. &nbsp;I don't have local access to a lot of better brands, so am willing to order on-line upon your best recommendations. &nbsp;I am looking for a <b>very high quality super-</b>f<b>ine/cool wool </b>(or closest blend) (in other words , no rayons, no jersey) woven, front zip fly opening, side pockets, straight leg or flare (not cropped or pegged, I have that covered) . &nbsp;The classic trouser, if you know what I mean. Mid-lower rise. &nbsp;<b>Nothing tricky</b>, no banded bottoms. I love a side slit in the hem though - and did try on a pair at BCBG with a front seam that was interesting but didn't &nbsp;fit well in the waist. &nbsp; Price - i'm flexible if it's the right fit. &nbsp;In past experiments, Vince doesn't fit me well - too snug in the thighs. &nbsp;I've never tried on a Theory pant. &nbsp;I have CM here in Wpg, as well as BR so don't need those. &nbsp;My body: much smaller waist than hip (so alterations may be &nbsp;necessary) so I suppose I'm &nbsp;some type of an hourglass. &nbsp;Thanks in advance - this is my one big score to make for fall. </p>