https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 08:29:20 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-768311 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:20:42 +0000 bj1111 768311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>vouch for cj by cookie johnson for those like me who are ample in thigh and hip </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-768307 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:16:39 +0000 Carole 768307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, look at all the great suggestions! I look forward to seeing you in pants, and soon I hope! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-768175 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 18:19:39 +0000 Jenava 768175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>NYDJ, CJ by cookie johnson, and Kut from the Kloth are all brands that I favor, and I have a fairly long rise, round thighs and a full tummy and bum. I hear you on pants shopping being a drag though...my trick is to bring a lot of sizes into the dressing room and always start with the largest one that's probably too big! (-: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-768113 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 17:10:15 +0000 catgirl 768113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, you should - just keep in mind that it's a difficult search across the board, let alone if you are in a limited size range or have fit issues that designers don't consider. Having met you I know how gorgeous you look in your skirts and dresses - it's a high standard to meet for trousers! But I KNOW you can do it - just keep repeating "It's not me, it's the clothes" until the right pair finds you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-768086 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:07:38 +0000 christieanne 768086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can so relate! The brands that I like are Jag (for jeans - awesome) and Talbot's.<br /> I have a pair of NYDJ but the thigh area seems to stretch through the day. It might be me as I seem to have that issue with lots of brands. Weird.<br /> My rise preference might be lower than yours only because I have a short waist.<br /> Sometimes a slight alteration is needed. Remember that it's not you - it's the clothes! You could so rock a pair of classic tweed trousers with all your colorful tops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767714 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 04:47:19 +0000 Sveta 767714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, I also wear size 12 in trousers so I feel you pain. You may remember my lamentations on how hard it is to find trousers for my curves plus length and now I have more trousers than skirts! (Angie is still chuckling at this)<br /> I don't have an advice for you as I need lower rise in trousers, just wanted to cheer you on from the sidelines! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767707 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 04:06:21 +0000 Nadya 767707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suggest you try try Jag as well. You might try a 14w, sometimes plus size rises run different than misses. Jag trouser jeans are favorites of mine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767685 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 03:35:36 +0000 Transcona Shannon 767685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm the same size as you Kari (12-14) in trousers and have had some luck. But you're right - it's harder to find trousers that fit and I really have to leave my ego at home when trying them on. I used to leave the store empty handed and feeling completely horrible about my body.</p> <p>The best pants for me have been Esprit but unfortunately they are no longer available in North America. Anne Klein trousers have also worked for me.</p> <p>You've gotten great suggestions here and I know you'll find a fab pair </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767642 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:20:35 +0000 Angie 767642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another plug for Talbots. *smacks forehead*</p> <p>I was there with a client a few months ago and bingo! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767639 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:16:48 +0000 Anonymous 767639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear a 12 and only wear jeans and trousers. And in central Ontario, I have fewer stores to choose from.</p> <p>It can be done :)</p> <p>I can't find skinnies though, one day I will ask the forum about that </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767637 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:16:37 +0000 Thistle 767637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am in your size zone and curvy. I recommend trying Talbots. They have thick fabrics, and higher rises. They also have three fits, Signature, Heritage and Curvy. They just added a new Hollywood fit (read cigarette pants). They also carry up to size 20 I think, and they have a plus size department to give more options. </p> <p>If it does not work, remember: it is not you. It is the clothes.</p> <p>You are so beautiful,and feminine and curvy. I pin a lot of your WIWs as your style helps inspire me. You have lovely curves, and your beautiful skirts and dresses show them off so well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767629 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:09:02 +0000 Angie 767629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I echo all the suggestions. Get yourself to Nordies and try NYDJ jeans and trousers. Their rises are extremely high. Of course you can do pants and so can Marianna! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767628 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:08:50 +0000 annagybe 767628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Macy's in downtown Seattle used to sell DKNY jeans</p> <p><a href="http://www.dkny.com/women/shop-by-category/pants-and-skirts/j9210010/dkny-jeans-mercer-boot?p=3&#038;s=12" rel="nofollow">http://www.dkny.com/women/shop.....&#038;s=12</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767625 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:06:01 +0000 Kari 767625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I should say that I do have a pair of black ponte pants, which are great, but I'm thinking more about jeans &amp; trousers (not skinnies.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767623 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:02:46 +0000 annagybe 767623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You might have to mail order it, but when I was 12-14, DKNY fit me pretty well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767619 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:57:04 +0000 marianna 767619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know where you're coming from... pant shopping can be so depressing. I'm not participating in the trouser trend because I can't find a good fit. I did buy some new NYDJ skinny ponte pants this year which I am wearing multiple times a week already. The high rise is so girdling and comfortable for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767617 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:56:15 +0000 Parsley 767617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seconding the recommendation for NYDJ. I'm a similar size to you, and I've had good luck with them.</p> <p>Don't I remember a great-looking pants outfit that you posted not too long ago?</p> <p>I think you can do pants! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767613 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:52:15 +0000 Kari 767613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all. If I do decide to give this a go I'll make a list of these suggestions.</p> <p>Deb, it's not the look so much as the fit. Last time around I could not find a pair of pants that fit me at all, not even something that could be tailored. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767609 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:47:01 +0000 deb 767609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, I wear a size 12 so just try it. I think it may be that your are just not used to the look. I have not worn my trousers for several years and am dipping my toes back in. What I am finding is that the current jackets I wear with my skinnies do not go. Here is an example, <a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lets-talk-trousers" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....k-trousers</a>. I will keep trying to see what will work for me. In the meantime, the folks at work will have to suffer until I figure it out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767604 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:41:56 +0000 DonnaF 767604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What about thick ponte pants to start? Their stretch would make them easier to find a fit. My guess is that Eileen Fisher, J. Jill, and Talbots are most likely to have the highest rises and thickest fabrications. The EF pontes I thrifted and just stuck in my Goodwill bag are amazingly thick and flattering for a pair that is really not my size (regular and not petite). </p> <p>For jeans, I would try NYDJ in a 12 or even a 10. Their rise is fairly high and I find the dark gray cheetah patterned ones I have to be comfy and flattering. Both my thighs and calves are chunky, so a lot of jeans don't work for me. The rise on Macy's own brand of jeans, Style &amp; Co. is even higher and cut for a pear or hourglass with thighs so they work for me.</p> <p>The trousers that flatter me the most (narrower than most) are also by Style &amp; Co. but have a VPL problem so I had to buy new underwear! To cushion against feeling defeated, I wouldn't start by looking for trousers since IMHO they are right up there with swimsuits in terms of finding a flattering fit. And be sure to shop when you are well rested and well fed and in comfy shoes.</p> <p>Rejoice in the Remain polka dot sweater that looks so great on you -- and so meh on me, the polka dot fan! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767589 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:15:26 +0000 Anonymous 767589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also try the GAP perfect trousers and the INC brand from Macy's </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767587 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:13:41 +0000 Anonymous 767587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sure, what's the worst that can happen? I did recommend NY&amp;Co pants for you once, but those don't work, right? Those pants have a really long rise. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-take-a-chance-on-pants#post-767575 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:01:58 +0000 Kari 767575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been enviously watching so many of the beautiful looks with trousers. I still do not think that boyfriend jeans would flatter my frame, but I like a lot of the looks that I'm seeing with loose-fitting straight-ish trousers. I'm wondering if it's time to dip my toe into the waters again, but I'm reluctant. The last time I tried to find trousers was several years ago, when I was thinner, and I *still* found nothing that was remotely flattering on my body. Now, I am around a size 12-14 pants size, which narrows the field even further. (My Gap Long &amp; Lean and Real Straight jeans also are worn out and my other jeans no longer fit, so I really don't have anything right now.)</p> <p>The bottom line is that even though I'd like to be more fit and sleek, I generally *like* how I look, and dresses and skirts make me feel confident and beautiful. My experiences in shopping for jeans and trousers in the past felt very demoralizing and made me hate my body - my hips are so wide and my rise so high, and I'm carrying a lot more padding around the midsection than I'd like. </p> <p>Is it worth the bother at all? Don't get me wrong, I'm not going to abandon my dresses any time soon, but I often feel like I can't participate in certain style trends that require jeans or trousers, and I'd like to have some flexibility.</p> <p>Angie and others, can you suggest anything suitable for a size 12-14, very curvy with a VERY high rise, that I should try? I'd rather have one great pair of jeans and one great pair of trousers so I'm willing to raise my price point a little higher, but I don't want to settle for something that is uncomfortable or unflattering. </p>