A much needed review: J.Crew's silk pants for pearshapes

Lauren

Silk pants are, for some reason, all the rage right now. They were on the runways and every brand has their own version. I wanted to try out this trend for myself to see if it was something I could get behind, or something that just wouldn't work for my particular body type. I went with J.Crew because the price point as compared to other silk pants was much lower, and they come in a wider range of sizes (full review here: http://bit.ly/132a7D4)

Have any of you tried the silk pant trend? Is there another brand I should try? I was thinking patterned pants might work better... Would love everyone's thoughts!

12 years ago

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I love silk pants but I prefer a heavy guage silk. Those J crew pants look really thin. I am also not a huge fan of the elastic waist or draw strings (thou I do have some). I think the elastic waist is harder to style. I have a poisen eye for the elastic band exposed so I either wear a top over the waist band or add a belt that sits on top. I also think a regular waist band gives more structure. I don't have any suggestions on brands though. Hopefully someone else will.

12 years ago

Claudia

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Lauren, I think that you just need to try a different style and fabrication on these type of pants. I am thinking that a sturdier fabric than pure silk will make the biggest difference. Pure, unlined silk can show every bit of what is going on underneath! To your point there are a lot of curvy, soft lines happening with you here. I'd try a pointed closed toe shoe (sandals will be great in season), and keep the top of the outfit a bit more crisp and somewhat structured. The really soft, clingy knit top you are wearing isn't working well with the pants. Also maybe try a top with some drape or blouse with a curved hem that comes lower over the crotch area.

12 years ago

cheryle (Dianthus)

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OMG those pants remind me of the nylon jogging suits of the 80s. This is not a good thing.

I agree that the elasticized waistband is a really tough style to wear. I find the drawstring version a bit easier since you can adjust where they sit but they can still be a challenge. Perhaps a similar style with a flat waistband would be a better look.

12 years ago

modgrl

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I think if they were a sturdier fabric, they would work better for you. That flimsy silk is NOT good for bottoms!

12 years ago

Suz

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I think you'd get more structure with an actual waistband. I like silk pants but they do have to be substantial and I agree, they're not the easiest to wear!

12 years ago

Lisa

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Great question, I am also curious about materials for trousers. I have found for myself, I need thicker fabrics so they don't hug every lump and bump on my thighs.

12 years ago

Lauren

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Thanks ladies I agree with everyone's opinions. I think sturdier fabrics are what i'm going to have to keep to for pants/trousers. I also think that a hook closure or perhaps button closure would make silk pants more flattering. Finally, I think a wider leg would also help.
Glad I wasn't completely off in returning them

12 years ago

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