Thanks so much everyone. The pinstripes are so subtle one can't see them until close up, almost like corduroy, you know? But they do add interest. I tried on some plain dark blue flares from NYDJ too, and these won out for me.
I am a little worried about losing some flair if I hem, but I'm going to pin them up properly soon and decide then. Good question about shoes, Kathie. My shoe selection is thrown off by recent trouble with plantar fasciitis, which makes only a few with lots of support and cushioning wearable right now. But normally I wear crops with booties, sandals and sneakers, so normally lots of options.
I do love crops though! Haven't they been around forever? I remember wearing them on and off for at least the last 15 years...