High-waisted pants have existed for a very long time and are one of the major go-tos for fashion enthusiasts because they help project legs and slender frames. High-waisted pants are very versatile; you can rock them to whatever event you are going to as long as you can style them appropriately. This is another reason why you should be equipped with knowledge on how to rock that versatile piece so an epic fashion fail can be avoided. This article will explore the dos and don’ts of rocking high-waisted pants.

(1) WEAR THEM WITH THE RIGHT TOP

When selecting a top, bear in mind that high-waisted pants are designed to accentuate your waist. The tightened waist of an ensemble will be highlighted with a crop top, fitting bodysuit, or tucked shirt. Crop tops might not be comfortable for everyone but if you can manage to wear them, good for you because crop tops give you a stylish look that will get people staring at you in admiration.

(2) GET THE RIGHT FIT

Ensure that the high-waisted pants you own fit well. The waistband should fit snugly over your ribs. A somewhat thinner fit on your thighs is preferred even if some high-waisted trousers have broad legs.

(3) AVOID OVER-ACCESSORISING

You can wear a belt to dress up your high-waisted pants, but you should wear as few accessories as possible. Wearing high-waisted trousers alone will give you all the attention you need, and overdoing embellishments will draw attention away from your well-defined waist and toward other places.

(4) DON’T FORCE A HIGH-WAIST

Your pants are either high-waisted or not. Do not force anything. If you force regular pants to be high-waisted, they look ridiculous and leave an uncomfortable gap in your crotch area.

(5) MAKE SURE THEY ARE THE RIGHT LENGTH

Not too long, not too short—your high-waisted pants should fit you properly. If they have broad legs, make sure the hem reaches the tip of your toes, but make sure they are not sweeping the floor completely. However, slim high-waisted pants should end at the ankle; anything longer than that looks terrible. Depending on your height and body type, adjust the hem or inseam of your pants.

(6) CHOOSE THE RIGHT SHOES

High-waisted pants look great with any shoe, but generally speaking, your shoe selection should help add to the length of your body. Higher shoes, such as stilettos or booties with high heels, will assist in elongating your figure if you’re small in stature or have a short torso. For people with long torsos, flats are more effective.

(7) KEEP IT CASUAL

A popular choice for full-coverage casual wear is high-waisted pants. An easygoing weekend look may be achieved by tucking an oversized, slouchy sweater into slim high-rise pants along with a white sneaker. Wear sandals and a basic white T-shirt or graphic tee in place of the sweater during warm weather.

CONCLUSION

Styling high-waisted pants doesn’t need you to go overboard. No matter what you choose to wear with your high-waisted pants, ensure that you’re still paying attention to proportions and most importantly, make sure your waistline stays accentuated.

Dorcas Akintoye
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Dorcas Akintoye is a versatile writer with a passion for beauty, fashion, relationships, and culinary delight. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, she adds a touch of elegance to every topic she explores. She is a writer at THEWILL DOWNTOWN.