09.18.07

High Waisted Pants - Do We Like Them?

Posted in Body Type Tips, Fashion Tips at 7:36 am

I’m happy that the rise in pants is getting higher, as I’ve seen the tops of enough women’s underwear to last me a lifetime. The low rise, ultra low rise, and super duper low rise pants were just getting out of control. I mean, who really wants their bum hanging out every time they sit down? And who wants to see that unsightly view?

Although the rise is getting higher, I think it’s important not to get too extreme. The new trend of really high waisted pants is not for everyone. If you are 8 feet tall and 100 pounds, by all means, embrace the trend. But if you have any more meat on your bones than an anorexic model, you need to evaluate this trend carefully.

Women with hourglass silhouettes will usually look good in this style of pants. They have well defined waists, which the higher rise will emphasize nicely.

Inverted triangle body types could also wear this trend well. Their bodies are normally broadest through the shoulders and chest, with small hips and thighs. Therefore, the high waist helps to accentuate their natural V shape.

Although women with triangle silhouettes have small waists, this trend will accentuate their waist too much, making their hips and thighs look much larger…and who wants that? Find pants that have a slightly higher rise than normal, accentuate the waist, but make sure to wear a more voluminous top for overall balance.

Depending on your particular size and proportions, a rectangle body type could look good in this trend. It may help create the illusion of a more defined waist. Give it a try in the dressing room and see if it works for you. Don’t force it though. If it doesn’t work, it doesn’t work. Embrace another trend.

Oval and diamond silhouettes should steer clear of this trend. You cannot create a waist where there is none. Embrace the beautiful colors and floaty dresses that are everywhere right now. They will look great on you!

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