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Do I "need" these?

Elizabeth P

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For some reason, these "pants" have made their way into my brain... I noticed them on one of the models when looking at knitwear, and they're getting to me! They seem like such a pleasant change from skirts.

Do they seem like me?

Would I be able to wear them with tall boots? ie knee high ones? I think they would look awesome with booties, my Doc Marten sandals while the weather holds...

Faux Leather Loose-trousers

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Latest reply was from Neel

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They could be fun. Would you be happy with the fullness around your waist? There are a few pleats, but I guess the only way to find out would be to try them. I like the sound of your styling ideas though. Your new 'do' and edgy shoes/boots would work well I think.

viva

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Very cool. I don't know anything about styling culottes though. Maybe Aida, Cocolion, or Anna will chime in.

Laura

Like you, I also think the knitwear on the models look really good and are a must have item for fall. As for whether you can wear the outfit in the photo with tall boots, the answer is most definitely "yes!"

Elizabeth P

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Diane, that's something I wonder about as well. things look so good on the skinny minny models. I think it would depend if it bunches or falls... which may depend on sizing. Only one way to find out!

Thanks for chiming in Viva and Laura.

Staysfit

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Do you mind that type of waist band on a leather style pant? It appears to be an elastic style that might look best covered over with a top. Would that limit the ways you could wear them?

Elizabeth P

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Another good question. I looked at that as comfortable, not limiting :). I probably wouldn't be tucking anything in, but I guess it could limit the famous faux tuck, couldn't it. Tks!

Sveta

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OK , here is what I think: with free super fast shipping and returns why don't you order to try? If they do not look on you as you envision then at least you get them out of your system for good!
BUT IF THEY WORK OUT MAYBE A FUN WILD CARD ITEM FOR YOU.

Elizabeth P

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My thoughts exactly Sveta, why not? Much easier to play in person than in my head. Because in my head I look exactly like the model, LOL. (not)

Transcona Shannon

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Ditto Sveta.

Deborah

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Ditto ditto. I personally love them. The gather at the waist would be a problem for me but you are slim and tall (?) and with the right proportions they could be fab. Footwear would be key for me in working this look. Try them;)

Jaime

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Umm, I did :-). I did not love my first styling but here they are.

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Elizabeth P

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Lol Shevia. Well, if you have them, I know they are cool :). How is the fabric? Is it really bulky at the waist?

Suz

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Now, why did you have to send me to the Zara site? Jeepers!!! I know Austerity August is over and all... but I've already sent in the J. Crew order!

Psssst.....Give them a try.

Jaime

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Elizabeth, I tried them in all the sizes. The waist was not very different in all three, and I would not call it bulky. The hips on the other hand are sort of bulky (the way the fabric puffed out under the elastic), so I ended up sizing down to the small (hard to generalize but I am usually a medium in Zara bottoms). If you order try at least two sizes.

Elizabeth P

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Sorry Suz... Bring on Spendember! I did so well in Aug, but I've already purchased a pair of shoes and a pair of winter boots in September... Sigh.

And thanks for that info Shevia. I don't know what size I am in Zara bottoms, so I guess if I'm going to order two (which I would do), maybe I'll go even more. What size are you in other brands? I'm usually an 8 or 29.

annagybe

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http://www.pinterest.com/pin/371758144214299798/

I could also see with a big camel sweater and booties.

Elizabeth P

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Thanks Anna. Never thought of checking pinterest... DOH!

jackiec

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Umm, I love them. And they look great on Shevia.

VernieJane

I'm going to be totally honest here: no! Just my opinion!

From the material to the cut, how much wear are you going to truly get out of these? You know your style better than anyone of course, but they look like the most unflattering trousers in the world! LOL

Neel

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I love them!! My faux leather track pants are similar (elasticated waist) and full tuck can be done IMO. I am sure you can also faux tuck without showing the waist if you so prefer. Give it a try for us please ... It is a super cool edgy piece and I have been eyeing them myself!

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