I have some older slim-stra, but not leg- sucking, slightly cropped ponte pants from WHBM, which I really enjoyed wearing to work during the time of such pants with blazers & loafers. They even have a little cuff, which for me actually adds some balance. But they’re getting a bit pulled at the pockets, and somehow lol a bit twee ( or something) if I try to wear them that way again. Partly, I can’t do chunky loafers ( won’t stay on if sized for feet problems), and didn’t like regular loafers or Oxfords, or just something.

But I recently tried a sporty look, with chunky sneakers and lower- hip- length ( not tunics or dresses) sporty tops, like hoodies or quarter zips, and really liked it. A fluid heavier sweater would probably also work.

To me it gave kind of a legging look but more balanced for me, plus they are real pants so don’t have to get especially long tops ( just use my longest regular), and the running shoes do the proportions thing. So all the parts are super comfortable.

If I go sock-less ( no-show) , which is a good look with sneakers, it could be ankle -chilly for the ponte material , which is transitional/ cool weather, but the length is such that I can wear a black thin sock or try something fun.

I didn’t HAVE to re- purpose these to have something to wear, but I like how they don’t ride up my calves like many joggers do, and the fabric gives a crisper look while still being very comfortable.

Maybe you have an item you re- worked from its original use, into a new type of outfit ?