What’s going on with pants?

A modern woman’s wardrobe is not limited to one or two pairs of trousers, because with these things you can create looks for any occasion. Therefore, the more trousers of different styles you add to your arsenal, the more space you will have for creating stylish sets. The current season is full of contrasts.

The history of women’s trousers begins in the late 19th century, when women needed more comfortable and practical clothing for everyday life and work. At that time, trousers were exclusively part of the male wardrobe, but suffragettes and feminist pioneers began wearing them as a sign of protest against traditional gender norms. Despite the fickleness of fashion, trousers remain one of the most dynamic and versatile elements of a woman’s wardrobe.

Marlene Dietrich was among the first style icons who introduced trousers into women’s fashion. In the 1930s, she shocked and delighted the public, appearing on screen and in life in wide trousers and formal jackets. Her bold images became a symbol of independence, strength and inspired women all over the world.

In the 1960s, trousers became part of the women’s wardrobe. Yves Saint Laurent’s famous Le Smoking, a tuxedo designed as an elegant alternative to evening dresses, caused a real sensation at the time and became a trend in 2024.

In the 1980s, trousers finally became part of women’s everyday looks. The power suit silhouette in the form of a jacket with wide shoulders and narrow trousers with tucks and creases is considered iconic for the era when women were en masse entering work positions that required a business dress code.

One of the key trends of this season is monochrome. Completely monochromatic sets look stylish and modern. Monochrome looks with fashionable trousers can be both bright and bold, and restrained, in neutral tones. Sets in a delicate milky shade are especially popular. Monochrome suits can be combined with laconic accessories or accented with bright jewelry and bags.

The colors of fashionable and trendy trousers go beyond the usual palette:

• Pink: from soft pink to rich fuchsia. Women’s trousers in such trendy shades will add freshness and romance to the image.
• Blue: from light sky tones to deep blue shades. These colors are perfect for both the office and everyday wear.
• Beige, black and brown. A classic and universal palette that is easy to combine with other shades.

Leather, suede, wool and silk are materials that remain relevant from season to season. Regardless of the weather and occasion, fashionable women’s trousers made of such materials will help you look stylish. Get inspired by trends and don’t be afraid to experiment with textures to create your own unique look.

Silk fashion trousers with a slight sheen are a trendy one in 2024 that is ideal for the spring-summer season. However, they can also be worn in cold weather, combining the product with a warm cashmere sweater or jumper.

Suit fabrics have a range of advantages, which makes them an ideal choice for creating trousers. They are practical, wear-resistant, wrinkle-resistant, do not stretch, do not bubble at the knees, keep their shape, while being pleasant to the touch, have high hygroscopicity and breathability. And all this is due to the balanced proportions of natural and synthetic fibers. Tweed, cashmere, gabardine, corduroy, tiare, pikachu – this is just a small list of suiting fabrics, each of which has its own unique texture and is suitable for both formal and casual models.

Wide cut models and Marlene Dietrich-style cuts will help create an elegant and attractive look, will suit women of any build, tall and petite. These can be models made of thick suiting fabrics, summer cotton or linen.

Predictions that skinny silhouettes would soon leave fashion trends did not come true. Fashion designers brought back skinnies, leggings, and cigarette pants made of thick elastic fabrics. A noticeable novelty of the new season is pants that are wide at the hips and tapered at the bottom. The cut is something between bananas and classics: the volume at the top is created by strict folds at the waist, and the silhouette itself looks quite relaxed.

These trousers can be recognized by their loose and comfortable cut and multiple pockets – this is how they echo the military and workers’ uniforms. However, the current season is moving them further and further away from history.

The most relevant option is a flare from the knee. The obvious advantage of such trousers is that they visually lengthen the legs and are suitable for owners of a wide variety of figure types. The main thing is to choose models with a medium or high waist and a moderate flare. Additional “special effects” can be arrows (stretch the silhouette), trendy prints (for example, leopard) or slits on the sides that gracefully reveal the ankle.

This season gives a chance to look at knitted trousers not only as a basic wardrobe item, suitable exclusively for out-of-town trips and flights. Some models are made of durable, smooth knitwear with a barely noticeable shine – paired with a jumper, such trousers will make an ideal urban look. Textured knitwear deserves special attention.

The 7/8 length is at the peak of popularity. However, in order for it to look advantageous, it is important to remember a few rules. Firstly, so that such a design does not shorten the legs, you need to choose trousers that barely reveal the ankle. Secondly, those who cannot boast of being tall should wear them with heeled shoes. Thirdly, the best option is a high waist with a wide belt that emphasizes the waist. And finally, it is better to give preference to trousers made of thick fabric that holds its shape, and with creases, which will also visually stretch the silhouette.