https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:33:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1507738 Wed, 17 Jun 2015 22:54:45 +0000 abc 1507738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried on some at Old Navy a few months ago but I had fit issues. &nbsp;I have disproprotionately large calves so the whole loosey up top and tight on the ankle didn't work for me. &nbsp;THey just stuck to my calves and felt bad. &nbsp;Sizing up would have given me way too much volume around the waist and thighs. &nbsp;Please keep us posted as I am interested in this style ot change silhouettes but am finding it to be a challenge. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1507722 Wed, 17 Jun 2015 22:08:23 +0000 BlondeAmbition 1507722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them Laura, they look great on the model - she's tall and well proportioned. &nbsp;I'm finding that slouchy baggy bottoms are tough for me to pull off. &nbsp;I have to wear shaping garments underneath in order to flatter my thighs. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1506952 Tue, 16 Jun 2015 21:12:42 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1506952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These (below) aren't really harem-ish at all, but I tried them on the other day and found them surprisingly wearable. Obviously they look different on a size 16 than a typical model size. I find that it's key to get the lengths correct, and the right shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1506941 Tue, 16 Jun 2015 20:57:34 +0000 BlondeAmbition 1506941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not yet! &nbsp;I'm still working on it! &nbsp;I just bought a pair of slouchy-ish pants that are only slouchy at the ankle. &nbsp;It's a start! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1506067 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 02:23:17 +0000 abc 1506067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey BA did you find any pants like this? Just curious as I am near your size and have been curious about them myself. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1479054 Thu, 23 Apr 2015 16:03:51 +0000 BlondeAmbition 1479054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all, some very good suggestions. &nbsp;There's only one way to find out if this looks good on me and that's by trying it out. &nbsp;I just wanted to know if there are some hard and fast rules of who cannot pull off a look like this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1478429 Wed, 22 Apr 2015 12:07:50 +0000 Windchime 1478429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the pic you posted; it's a very dramatic look. The only way you can know for sure is to try some on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1478408 Wed, 22 Apr 2015 10:17:17 +0000 Sal 1478408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a couple of pairs of slouchy or harem trousers.</p> <p>I think there are a couple of things that help, I prefer some foot and skin showing ie with sandals or at least bare ankles, and ideally a lower neckline...</p> <p>I do sometimes wear mine with heels or boots..I don't like them particularly with flat sneakers on me but I do like them with flat sandals.</p> <p>I sometimes think that if you love the outfit, wear it with a big smile, brushed hair and great lipstick you will look wonderful whether it is conventionally flattering or not. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1478370 Wed, 22 Apr 2015 06:46:27 +0000 Deborah 1478370@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do it. &nbsp;I am a petite and I wear harem and slouchy pants and oversized tops:) &nbsp;I think what is important is that the items are a good fit. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1477650 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 20:14:36 +0000 BlondeAmbition 1477650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thistle, I think it makes a great slouchy weekend wear as well as good for my work (I'm a musician so I don't have to wear anything that resembles office clothes). &nbsp;I only wish I would see some at a brick and mortar store then I'd know for sure by trying them on! &nbsp;</p> <p>lyn67 I'm only 5'3" which makes shopping a pain as many things are made for tall skinny models, not short frumpy girls with big boobs like me lol. &nbsp;I do have great heels I can wear but also lots of gladiator sandals for summer.</p> <p>Inge thank you for all the great links that's exactly what I was looking for! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1477598 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 17:54:44 +0000 Inge 1477598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ETA: I realize not all the pictures have trousers like the ones you are after, but I thought these Sarah Pacini pins might give you extra styling ideas (as the type of layering reminded me of your inspiration photo):<br /><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=sarah%20pacini" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/sear.....h%20pacini</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1477593 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 17:48:11 +0000 Inge 1477593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A very fun look, and I think you should definitely give it a try, BA. I'd go with a small heel if you can wear that, but flats could work too. And "Summerizing" the look with more lightweight fabrics, as Thistle suggested, is a good idea, of course.</p> <p>Two styling ideas (but there are plenty more):</p> <p>- Semi-tucking a fluid fit tee, blouse, shirt or jumper. (if the temps allow it, you could also add a jacket or blazer).<br />- Pair the trousers with a cropped sweater (fluid fit, loose, or boxy) layered over a longer length fitted tank or tee. See Adrienne's culottes look, for example:<br /><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2015/04/13/long-culottes-with-flat-sandals/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2015/04/.....t-sandals/</a></p> <p>Here are a few posts that might help:<br /><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2013/08/02/two-ways-to-wear-silky-track-pants/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2013/08/.....ack-pants/</a></p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2013/03/19/silky-track-pant-trousers-yay-or-nay/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2013/03/.....ay-or-nay/</a></p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2013/02/18/the-skinny-on-baggy-and-slouchy-trousers/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2013/02/.....-trousers/</a></p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2015/04/17/mum-on-the-go-casual-vest-tee-bottoms/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2015/04/.....e-bottoms/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1477549 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 16:19:55 +0000 lyn67 1477549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How tall are you? Or&nbsp; do you have long enough&nbsp;legs/can you wear high heels)? IMHO it's crucial for the look. Can't wait ideeas from others:-). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1477533 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 15:30:33 +0000 Thistle 1477533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No rules for pulling it off. I think the look is fun, but I find it impractical. Not really work appropriate for me, and too much work for my&nbsp; casual weekends with two small kids :)</p> <p>I think you would also have to lighten the fabrication for summer. I think you would be well served ordering a pair from somewhere you can return easily, OR better yet, if you have access to a brick and mortar store.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/billowy-ankle-pants#post-1477530 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 15:19:53 +0000 BlondeAmbition 1477530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So I'm really liking the look of billowy pants these days! &nbsp;Like slouchy ankle pants or even harem pants. &nbsp;But I'm wondering if it is something that I can wear? &nbsp;What are the "rules" for pulling off a look like this? &nbsp;I am hourglass/pear size 16</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.stellacarakasi.com/products/shadow-play-ankle-pants">http://www.stellacarakasi.com/.....nkle-pants</a><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.freepeople.com/clothes-pants-harem-pants/leighanna-smocked-pant/">http://www.freepeople.com/clot.....cked-pant/</a></p> <p>I would kill to pull off a look like these pics! </p>