https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:30:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714922 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:30:50 +0000 Angie 1714922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep the culottes and enjoy, Suz! <b>You are sorted.&nbsp;</b></p> <p>And Tanya found a gorgeous pair at Express. They remind me of my own black sailor pants. A FAB fit.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714916 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:21:54 +0000 Tanya 1714916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love them too, Suz, and am super tempted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714910 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:18:01 +0000 Suz 1714910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OH -- <b>LOVE</b> them, Tanya!! I have got to check out Express.&nbsp;</p> <p>Those are just fab.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714907 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:15:01 +0000 Tanya 1714907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, look what I just spotted!&nbsp; High rise, clean wash, somewhat similar vibe to Angie's gorgeous R&amp;B pair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714902 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:13:32 +0000 Suz 1714902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sterling</b>, I'm keeping them and wearing the heck out of them. I tried them on again and basically, they are just too comfortable to let go!!&nbsp;</p> <p>The thing about having a long rise in an era of low rise pants is that fit is often a compromise. I did eventually find some low rise jeans that were cut extremely well for my body. But it was a long process and if I misjudged, very often I'd have to be "hitching" my pants up, or tugging them down (because they tend to creep up in the you-know-where area and wedge uncomfortably if they are cut improperly in the rise.)&nbsp;<br />So &nbsp;belly button high rise if cut properly for my body is a kind of revelation -- it doesn't require fussing.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love having fun with fashion and I love <b>not fussing </b>with my clothing even more. Put the two together and you have a winner.&nbsp;</p> <p>And <b>Pamela,</b> what a nice thing to say -- thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714867 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:39:08 +0000 Anonymous 1714867@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So what is your final decision? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714866 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:39:03 +0000 MidwestrnChic 1714866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chiming in late here as I see a decision has been made, but want to express my love for this style on you.&nbsp; Pure fabulous going on.&nbsp; I'm a big fan of culotte jeans and you have just persuaded me to make a purchase of these myself with your awesome style session.&nbsp; I beg of you to keep the hem long.&nbsp; It's too special to cut off and you wear it well at the current length.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714864 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:33:29 +0000 Suz 1714864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awww,<b> Isabel,</b> that is so sweet. You just brought tears to my eyes. I really appreciate it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714863 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:32:49 +0000 Suz 1714863@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b><br /></b></p> <p><b>Anna,&nbsp;</b>I so appreciate your detailed styling ideas!! You sent me off on a pinterest search as well. I know you have been wearing these things for years already and are probably bored to tears.&nbsp;</p> <p>My eye agrees to some extent with you about the nude shoes. In real life I think they're a bit better because they're actually pale champagne gold that reads as nude on me in the photos -- the metallic shows up more in person and played pretty well with the top. But I think I need a new pair of dressy shoes/ sandals to go with these.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the idea of those high heeled red Zara boots that UmmLila got. They'd be amazing. But I don't think I can take the heel.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Meneera,&nbsp;</b>what a nice compliment — a mix of elegance and playfulness. I’m happy if my style includes those elements! </p> <p></p> <p><b>Caro,</b> thank you. (And thanks for popping in). Yes, I think that’s right. I didn’t try them with my high boots but I have grey heeled dressy ones and black, both snug enough at the ankle that they could work. </p> <p></p> <p>Good eye, <b>Sharan</b> — the Zara sweater is bat wing and much more fluid. IRL it feels like it collapses on the body really well, though, and it has a lot of drape, so it might be better in person. </p> <p></p> <p><b>Sally</b>, thank you. I didn’t dare try them yet with sneakers. But I will. </p> <p></p> <p><b>Aida</b>, that is encouraging (for me at least, not so much for Tanya!!). I think my shape is a bit more similar to yours with the short waist although like her I have a long rise. Good tip about the shorter culotte and also, Tanya, we can think about creating a jumpsuit effect with column of colour. I think that will fool the eye and may allow us to do this. </p> <p></p> <p>Thank you, <b>Anna</b>. I feel happy when I get to try new things and I guess that shows. </p> <p></p> <p><b>KL</b>, that is an honour — thank you! And yes, I think you’ve really hit on something. There’s something about how these photograph vs. how they look in person that is more different than most photos of my clothing, if you know what I’m saying. I guess it has to do with how they are in motion or something? </p> <p></p> <p><b>Cerinda, </b>I could never have too much cheering especially if it is as enthusiastic as yours! :)</p> <p></p> <p><b>Anchie</b>, I swear the gilet is magic. It is that special piece that is SO GOOD it elevates everything and works with everything else in my closet. It may be too warm for my summers (it certainly is!!) but it’s a great fall/ winter/ spring wardrobe maker. </p> <p></p> <p>It also heightens the 70s glam effect of the culottes. </p> <p></p> <p><b>Colette</b>, thank you!! Yes, that vintage top was a great find. In my opinion those are the very best types of pieces to get at vintage/ thrift shops. They have high longevity in the closet (if you don’t mind staring at them and not wearing them often) and the often provide just the right touch when you least expect it. They’d be far too pricey new considering their infrequency of wear, yet they are so lovely to have on hand. </p> <p></p> <p><b>Lyn</b>, that is a good point and one worth making. They should indeed soften up with wear. </p> <p></p> <p>Ok. Decision made. I’m going to wear the heck out of them. </p> <p></p> <p><b>THANK YOU </b>for your comments, yay and nay. I especially appreciate the honest nays because it can be hard to be honest about our impressions and yet it is helpful for us to hear this from one another — trusted souls who love fashion like ourselves. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714862 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:28:36 +0000 Anonymous 1714862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't offer any new criticism or any criticism at all really because when I look at these all I see is Adorable. You really are a total package type of girl, the hair, the cute figure, the style, and the positivity.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714844 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 12:58:44 +0000 lyn67 1714844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go lady go! They are a keeper especially as styled here! Love them longer (and pls. think about how they come up &nbsp;so much more when seated!). I personally think the flare will soften on sides a bit(upon your legs)-may be they look a bit stiff here and I think &nbsp;that &nbsp;is the only reason which throws off some of our fabbers here:-). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714830 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 12:17:33 +0000 Colette 1714830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your styling! You really had me at the first picture. How sweet that you are wearing your Mom's top, it looks fantastic on you. And the vintage brocade, pick me up off the floor. I do prefer the longer length with both heels and booties, so, I'm saying keep and have fun with them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714756 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 07:10:34 +0000 anchie 1714756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all the ways you styled them, but must say - to my surprise, love them the best with the gilet. And do not shorten them, longer length works better in my opinion.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714734 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 05:02:58 +0000 Cerinda 1714734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to the cheer squad…please just zip past if you've had enough</p> <p>Love them! Love them! Love them on you! Love your styling! Plus,<br /> what a great denim refresh!</p> <p>I adore them with the vintage shell; such a great piece! They’re<br /> smashing with the shiny Jolenes. But my favorite is with the gilet (intentionally&nbsp;pushing limits, yes!)!!! And I also like&nbsp;them with the Reiss jacket and Theory sweater.</p> <p>I vote longer.</p> <p>Suz, if you can pull this many outfits together in one day<br /> in crushing heat, just think of the multitude that’s going to evolve: magic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714726 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 04:15:48 +0000 Keix 1714726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm late to this thread but want to say that based on my own experience wearing and then photographing wide-leg culottes (which I later returned because they were uncomfortable to sit in, but no matter)--the leg proportion is less overwhelming, somehow, in person than in the photos. I love the drama here and I think you pull it off; in fact you've inspired me to go culotte-searching again, since we share many of the same body modifiers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714722 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 04:11:25 +0000 Anna 1714722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well... I love them on you! You look happy wearing them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714721 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 04:06:10 +0000 Aida 1714721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A lotta heel then? My torso is long too though I think yours is longer and you're long waisted (I'm short). The other thing is to go a little shorter on the pant length with the lower rise. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714713 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:46:05 +0000 Tanya 1714713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Aida, but that doesn't work on very long waisted creatures like me. On normally proportioned people, sure </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714711 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:43:01 +0000 Aida 1714711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(Lower rise culottes styling: Tucked top with a little heel. That's all!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714702 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:31:11 +0000 Sal 1714702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them Suz, lots of fun and you have plenty of styling options. &nbsp;I like them longer. &nbsp;I think all the tops work, with footwear I either like sandals or your Okalas, or higher shaft boots without skin showing. &nbsp;I suspect that will be how you will want to wear them in winter anyway, and with dark boots, dark socks or stockings will be worn I suspect.</p> <p>I do however think they look fab with sandals as well. &nbsp;They may even work with sneakers, but I am not sure. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714698 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:17:39 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1714698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, my! How stunning, with the tulip top! And a sweet memento that you can now wear--yay! <br />I like the culottes/jeans with all of these tops. The one I think is a little less fantastic looking is the gray pullover, which seems looser than the other options. I do like them with the long vest and close-fitting pullover. And I would leave them the length they are--super fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/3#post-1714695 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:08:20 +0000 Caro in Oz 1714695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep imo. &nbsp;Particularly love&nbsp;#6. They will take you into winter with calf-high boots too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714692 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:02:02 +0000 Maneera 1714692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Suz. I love all the styling options!!! Actually, I can't find a single option that I don't like! </p> <p>I can understand (to some extent) why some Fabbers are still not loving these culottes on you. Culottes are not everyone's cup of tea!!! FWIW, I think you're rocking these. I really like them with the cropped tops (just love love love #1 &amp;2) but I like them just as much with faux tucked sweaters. </p> <p>I think your style has the perfect mix of elegance &amp; playfulness to be able to make these work! Plus your winter is sooooo dreadfully long, I think changing up your denims may be a good way to keep your wardrobe varied (since you have to wear sweaters &amp; jackets no matter what). </p> <p>The culottes get a big THUMBS UP from me. I wouldn't hem them....I like this length and it looks practical too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714688 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:42:43 +0000 annagybe 1714688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, I skimmed through the comments.<br /> Don't hem.<br /> I love #3, that top is so on point at the length with the waist. But except those shoes, I'm personally over nude shoes, so that's my bias. You need something different, darker.</p> <p>ETA #6 looks really fresh to my eyes. </p> <p>I like the silver multi strap shoes with them, but not the semi tucked top. Admittedly I'm trying to get away from the semi tuck myself.<br /> I think mid calf boots in the winter also work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714684 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:37:48 +0000 Cococat 1714684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm awful at commenting on posts like this because I somehow can't get out what I want to say in fashion/style appropriate terminology! I'm going to try though because Suz, I love how you show us all your different styling options and invite (welcome) genuine feedback, positive or negative. That's courageous! I sat on my Anna W picture for 2 days before I finally decided to post it.</p> <p>So..I'm not one for culottes, never have been for some reason, and therefore have a biased eye...but your cold weather stylings are gorgeous (pics 8-11), so modern and striking. I love them on you, and I love that they're a little longer, almost like crops.</p> <p>Also, I can see that the camera angle seems to accentuate their width, and probably at eye height angle, this would disappear.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714681 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:32:05 +0000 Beth Ann 1714681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><u></u>Finally getting a moment to comment!</p> <p>I like these much better styled, Suz, and I like the longer length best. &nbsp;I think the camera is highlighting the light/dark variation in the denim, and your camera placement is affecting the proportions too -- no complaints though, you heat-wave-fashion-survivor!</p> <p>I think the'll be lots of fun, and am looking forward to seeing them in action! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714679 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:27:31 +0000 Tanya 1714679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am looking forward to embarking on the culotte adventure together, Suz The velvet pants are just going to be normal cropped kick flare pants, with real flare, so in a different category.</p> <p>Your sequin culottes are soo pretty!&nbsp; They are going to make an excellent holiday piece.&nbsp; I envision them with fitted black cashmere turtleneck or black lacy high-neck Victorian top.&nbsp; I share your taste for sequin bottoms too, as I have black pencil skirt , mentioned in your Thoroughbred thread.</p> <p>I agree with you on difficulty on styling not-high waisted culottes for us not-quite long legged people ( now that is a strangely composed sentence if there ever was one).&nbsp; For me, at least, the main trick are going to be heels. I am also thinking of trying to style mine&nbsp; with either fitted shorter knit that just about covers the top of the waistband or with my black gilet so that the waist band is not the focus.&nbsp; If I manage to get back from work earlier tomorrow, while there still is some decent light, I will try to take some photos.&nbsp; Now I am thinking that your sequin culottes might look great with fitted simple black top, your gorgeous navy gilet and some fancy dark heels </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714678 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:27:29 +0000 Jaime 1714678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whoa - the culottes of controversy! I stopped reading the comments because I was losing track of my own thoughts, but I think it is great that everyone can not only express their view but can analyze the bias that might be informing it. Pretty evolved aren't we! So, well I love culottes, I like them long (and sometimes short) and the outfits I love here are #3 (great thrifted top!), #4, #6, #8,9,10 and 11. The lighter grey top is too unstructured somehow and I like the longer length of the culottes. My sore spot is more my mid to upper body than my legs. And I think these will be workhorses for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714676 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:16:31 +0000 Marilyn 1714676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz</b>....Yes, the gillet needs to be shortened.&nbsp; The SA said bottom of my knee and with it pinned up I think it looks good there.&nbsp; Must get it done soon so it will be ready for fall.</p> <p>And yes, I too dread winter dressing.&nbsp; I love bare arms, skirts with bare legs and open footwear.&nbsp; Covering up and then layering a coat on top is just dreary ***sigh***.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-controversial-culottes-long-and-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1714675 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:12:20 +0000 Suz 1714675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Tanya,</b> thank you. It will be great to compare. I think you should also do those eggplant velvet pants but maybe they are not wide enough to become culottes?&nbsp;</p> <p>I share your misgiving about the lower waist. I have a great pair of wool Theory wide legs that I never wear as such for all the reasons we have moaned about so often (dripping hems, sigh) but I suspect I would wear them a lot as culottes. The only problem is that they are quite low waisted and I think that makes styling a lot more difficult for those of us with shorter legs. (Not that you ever look short legged to me, and I predict your willowy shape will mean you get more positive reviews than I did for these culottes!)&nbsp;</p> <p>I also want to show my other culottes, bought for $26 on final sale from BR. They have a medium to low rise. They are quite structured because of the sequins. I wonder what people will say about them? I am completely unsure how I will wear them and I feel a bit like a mermaid in them, but I love them irrationally anyway.&nbsp;</p> <p>It turns out that I have a sugar eye for culottes, I guess. &nbsp;:)&nbsp; </p>