Hi all — if you have a moment I’d appreciate your thoughts on a couple of pairs of pants.

I lemmings Janet on the Zara parachute pants and ordered two different sizes to try (plus a pair of cool sweats you’ve already seen).

I also picked up a red pair from Garage.

The smaller Zara pair is going back for sure. They are just too snug. Pictured here are the mediums.

I have tried semi styling them here with my Blundstones and black patent loafers. I think I might wind up preferring them with a chunky sneaker or sandals of some sort. I also tried them with a higher shaft lace up boot but I just don’t have the height and I don’t love how the fabric falls when paired with the higher boot.

Ideally I would find a pair of somewhat refined cream or brown booties to pair with them.

I lean toward keeping these because I have been hunting for a pant in this neutral and I like the trendiness of them (I don’t think you’ve ever heard that from me!)

And what about the red ones? Same issue with length. I feel best just cinching the ankle and wearing them long. The black adds some Interesting detail but it’s also maybe a bit limiting. Garage has a different style in orange the might prove more tempting. But I haven’t seen them IRL.

Thoughts on keeping either of these much appreciated. Could it be a “lewk”? How else might I style them?

TIA for your thoughts!