Spring is by far the hardest season to dress for. It may be 80 degrees and sunny when you leave for class, but then an hour and a half later, you find it has dropped to 60 degrees and is raining. With these unpredictable weather patterns, it is important to wear staple pieces that can be appropriate regardless of the weather’s temperamental nature.
Drapey pants were first introduced a few years ago, but they seem to have heavily increased in popularity this season. With their flowy nature and lightweight fabric, they are truly the perfect bottoms for the ever-changing weather patterns. I mean, what’s not to love about them? They are more comfortable than jeans, more fashionable than leggings and more practical than shorts. Drapey pants are also extremely versatile, so whether you pair them with sandals to go to class or heels for dinner, they’re a perfect day-to-night piece. Stores like Banana Republic and J.Crew are even adapting this trend to workwear through using fabrics like silk and polyester to add a more polished look to the pant. This trend is definitely blowing up this season, and I expect drapey pants to be a wardrobe staple for years to come.
This Fashionista does a great job of rocking this trend with her tribal print drapey pants. She created the perfect rainy day ensemble by pairing her raincoat and gray T-shirt with the printed pants. The pattern on the pants adds an extra element to the outfit, which makes it much more interesting and different than if she had opted to wear jeans or leggings. The refreshing pop of color from her yellow raincoat also helps to brighten up the whole look despite it being a dreary day outside. She ties together the outfit with brown clogs. They add a relaxed and laid-back feel to her outfit, which is perfect for a rainy day.
Overall, drapey pants are a great investment piece for the spring and summer seasons because they can be worn in so many different ways. They can be dressed down with a T-shirt and sandals to go to class, or can be dressed up with a blouse and heels for a night out. The major advantage is the fact that they are so lightweight, so you can be ready for whatever weather Mother Nature throws at you.
What is your STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK? “Although drapey pants are extremely unique by themselves, incorporating a pattern really adds a more fun and fashionable vibe to them. I always enjoy finding something completely different from anything else I own.”
