Do You Dare To Try The New Pantless Trend?
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- December 5, 2023
In an unexpected twist of fashion fate, the daring pantless trend is making waves, showing no signs of slowing down despite the oncoming chill of winter. Originating from the creative minds of style icons like Kylie Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Bella Hadid, and Kendall Jenner, this bold fashion statement is transcending its celebrity roots and capturing the imagination of the fashion-forward populace.
Lori Harvey tries her hand at the daring trend
Kylie Jenner notably turned heads at the Loewe show, confidently pairing tighty-whities with black tights, while Hailey Bieber opted for a glamorous floor-grazing coat and high-waisted briefs for a dinner outing. Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner too have embraced this trend, redefining street style with their unique takes.
Kylie Jenner in Loewe
Tracing its roots back to the 1950s as a staple of dancewear, the pantless look has evolved through the decades. It was popularized by dancers who paired leotards with tights for a sleek and elegant silhouette, often adding shirts or sweaters for a touch of sophistication. Icons like Cyd Charisse embodied this style, bringing it into the limelight. Edie Sedgwick, a muse to Andy Warhol, also left a lasting impression with her own rendition of the pantless trend, famously captured in photographs balancing on a leather rhinoceros.
The 1980s saw a resurgence of this trend with the aerobics movement, led by figures like Jane Fonda and popularized in films like “Perfect,” starring Jamie Lee Curtis. The trend carried on into the 1990s, gracing the runways of Chanel, Alexander McQueen, and Jean Paul Gaultier, and continued to evolve through the early 2000s with Christian Dior and Miu Miu adding their interpretations.
In recent times, the pantless trend has shed its athletic associations, becoming a symbol of bold fashion statements. Kendall Jenner’s appearance in Bottega Veneta’s spring 2023 collection – a navy blue knit sweater paired with black briefs over sheer black tights – marked a turning point, followed by similar styles in collections from Valentino couture, Victoria Beckham, and Raf Simons.
Kendall Jenner in Bottega Veneta
Maison Margiela and LaQuan Smith have also embraced this style, with Miu Miu creating a stir with their embellished panties, notably worn by Emma Corrin at the Venice Film Festival. As the trend gains momentum, more celebrities like Adwoa Aboah, Cara Delevingne, and Jodie Turner-Smith are seen adopting it, signaling its widespread acceptance.
Actress Jodie Turner turns it up a notch
Celebrity stylist Amanda Lim sees this trend as a revival of past fashions, a confident expression of self-image, and empowerment. Law Roach, too, finds cultural significance in this trend, viewing it as a fresh take on a symbol-laden garment. He candidly shares his journey to embracing this style, reflecting a desire for freedom and self-expression.
As the pantless trend continues to captivate and inspire, it stands as a testament to fashion’s cyclical nature and the enduring power of bold, unconventional choices.
Ntianu Obiora is a versatile creative professional with over a decade of experience in publishing, marketing, communications, and digital strategy. She is the Online Editor at THEWILL DOWNTOWN
