How to Wear Cargo Pants + My Favourite Pairs
A Trend Not Going Anywhere
Once upon a time I was told that if you have already lived through a trend, you shouldn’t wear it again. To that I say: I disagree. Do I think you should wear it how you did maybe ten or twenty years ago? (for me, it’s the latter) - no. Because if I did, I’d be pairing my cargo pants with a wraparound top from Le Chateau circa 1994. It wasn’t pretty then, and it definitely isn’t pretty now.
How I do think you should lead into a trend - for the first or second time? Here are a few tips:
Pair them with a more classic piece like a sweater or long sleeve t-shirt.
If you want to shift the energy of your outfit to be dressier, don’t be afraid to wear a dressier top or blouse.
If you want to dress them down, wear a casual boot or sneaker. If you want to dress them up don’t be afraid to wear a heeled bootie or pair of heels.
Rule of thumb when it comes to wearing a piece that is out of your style comfort zone: pair it with a piece that is part of your uniform. A go-to piece you feel comfortable and most like yourself in.
If you are someone stuck in a legging or jogging pant comfort zone, think about reaching for this seasons trend (that I don’t think is going anywhere anytime soon), cargo pants. Note: they usually come with the extra benefit of an elasticized waist, just saying.
Here are a few of my favourite pairs:
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Reminder: personal style is subject to what you feel at your best in and shouldn’t need to look or be influenced by a seasonal trend that doesn’t “fit” you. My recommendations come from a place of equal parts expertise and what I personally like. Make sure you always choose pieces and products that YOU love and feel at your best in. That’s when true style is created.
Thanks for choosing to be here, xo