Coveted Couture: Derek Lam Denim Trouser
Photos from Style.com
Flared and wide-leg jeans have been in and out of style for a few years now. The current take on this trend, best shown through these pieces from the Derek Lam Spring 2011 RTW show, features ’70s-inspired, high-waisted denim that is fitted through the hip and loose on the bottom.
This is a perfect cut for balancing out fuller hips and thighs, or for girls that just want to retire their skinny jeans for a while. If you’re not a fan of high-waisted pants, don’t worry! There are still many flared styles that feature a lower-cut waistline. Read on for some tips on how you can get this runway look yourself.
Derek Lam Spring 2011 RTW
The Derek Lam Spring 2011 collection showcased clean basics paired with bright indigo trousers, as well as numerous denim-on-denim looks.
Celebrities like Kellie Pickler, Katie Holmes, and Penelope Cruz favor the wide-leg style because of its comfort and the effortlessly chic look it creates when paired with a crisp white shirt or plain tee. Their looks below perfectly echo those we saw in Derek Lam’s collection.
Get the Derek Lam Look for Less!
You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars to get the same look seen on the runways and celebs! Below are a few options of affordable jeans so you can test-drive this trend on a college budget.
Product Information: Indigo Stretch Denim Flare Leg Trouser- Derek Lam, Light-wash Flare Jean- American Eagle, High-waist Flare Jean- Gap, Medium-rinse Flare Jean- Asos, Wide-leg Jean- Asos.
How to Wear High-Rise Denim Trousers: Outfit Idea
To keep from looking like you’ve stumbled out of That ’70s Show, pair your flared jeans with up-to-date accessories. Keep the look fresh by switching out platform shoes with cutout oxfords. A sheer button-down looks chic partially tucked in, while a scarf offers a pop of color.
Product Information: Necklace- Forever 21, Shirt- Topshop, Headband- Forever 21, Tank- Forever 21, Scarf- Modcloth, Shoes- Forever 21, Jeans- Gap.
What do you think?
Are you a fan of Derek Lam’s high-rise jeans? Are you trading in your skinnies for wide-legged or flared denim this spring? What other designer duds are you currently lusting after? Let me know in the comments!
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Posted on on January 14, 2011 / Filed Under: Shopping / Tags: Coveted Couture, Denim, Derek Lam, Designers, flared jeans, High Waisted Pants, High Waisted Trousers, Jeans, Runway, Trousers
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Nikki
I love this because I’m curvy on the bottom this is great in said of always wearing boot cut
Serena
The whole 70′s silhouette (high waist, flared leg) is going to be super popular- I’m loving it with a tucked-in blouse and platform sandals.
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couturemepink
I have denim trousers because it was a fad a few years ago, and I think I’ll give this a try. I just have to figure out which pair of trousers I should wear first and what to pair them with. hmm…
Laura
omg… for some reason that scarf under the “outfit idea” totally looked like a scrunchie to me when i first glanced at it, and I actually panicked a little bit at the thought of scrunchies making a comeback. ha!
As far as the denim trousers go, I think they look so great on those who can pull it off. Not sure if I’ll try them though; skinny jeans are much more flattering on me than anything wide leg.
isabelle
Not a fan. Anything that flares at the bottom just seems totally tacky and ugly to me. I really don’t see it catching on… like I don’t expect to see my friends or people around me suddenly start wearing those kind of pants.
Annie
No way…I don’t find these flattering at all and would personally never wear a pair of jeans with that wide of a flare.
Chelsea - University of Oklahoma
I absolutely LOVE the new 70′s style jeans that are coming in! I’m pretty short (5’2″) but I feel like short girls can still pull them off, especially with a sky high pair of wedges!
Rin
I am loving the 70s revival and I really want a pair! I’m so glad to see some more budget-friendly options. Thanks!
Kristina
Love this look for Spring! Can look very fashion forward if done properly. Just make sure the top half of your outfit is fitted and trendy to avoid looking sloppy or outdated.