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Thank you to all the petites who decided to join me in the first little “challenge.” Readers, I hope you will check out the participating posts and leave these ladies your thoughts : )
Khatu @ I am Khatu – stripes, capris, and wide legged pants
Due to my lack of creativity, here I am giving wide-legged pants another shot. The last time I showed such pants, many readers confirmed that they were unflattering. A few suggested trying a more fitted top…and sadly I could only find my pandex-y undertanks:
So…what do you guys think? Better than last time? Or still a no? I personally still don’t think wide legged pants are for me, but I think we can all agree that a slimming top and some nice platform heels really do make a difference. I LOVE these cognac leather peep toes…I found them at a “Savers” thrift store for $10. If Kerry didn’t always mention her great finds there I would have never popped in. The best part is everything is sorted by size!
A fellow petite, MoneyMaus, wanted to participate as well. She posts mostly about personal finance so I am hosting her photos on here : ) She is extra extra petite at 4’10” and 80lbs. Her “dont” were wide legged capris.
Thank you all so, so much for participating. Some of you have already suggested great ideas for future “challenges” so a different blogger will be hosting each one going forward. Kelly of AlterationsNeeded is doing the next one : )
Awwww I wish I could have joined this! For the longest time I believed that maxidresses were a big no, until I bought a really cheap one and realized that it can actually elongate when worn with heels under.
Sorry, I love wide leg pants on all sizes, ALL. You just have to pair it with the right clothing! A fitted top and heels/wedges. You look splendid!
You look really cute in this outfit! It's amazing how much a difference a good pair of shoes will make. It's still not really something I might buy myself as I still think I'd look stumpy, but at least you seem to have overcome it!
I've finally gotten around to commenting….
@Jean: The pants prove that petites can wear wide legs!
@Monemaus: I agree with the above posters that the heels make a difference. However, I don't know about the cuffs…
Whew, I just went through all of the participating petite bloggers and my, my, my we have such a stylish petite community! Thanks for hosting and what a wonderful way to start!
As for the pants, they definitely do work since they fit in the hip region. I love the color as well and I liked how you contrasted it with a darker top.
Wow…yes, success! I absolutely love the accessories you chose. The belt and shoes perfectly match the loved handles on your purse! But I like that your threw in a different color necklace so it wasn't too matchy-match. And those heels make the pants less bulky looking. Such a difference!
Money Maus – Those pointed heels make a big difference! Stacy from "What Not To Wear" would be so proud! 🙂
The fitted top makes such a difference when paired with the wide legs. It looks simple and chic! =) Thanks for starting the challenge…I have a feeling it's gonna stick around for a long time to come!
haha thanks. my bad, I totally overlooked the 2nd sign up sheet! I do like your wide-leg look this time with more fitted and plain top. I have a long torso and really short legs….26" inseam and I haven't found wide-leg pants that look good on me yet, and maybe it's because i do tend to wear loose tops.
oh no you left me out! CCE @ http://www.caramelcovered.blogspot.com/ my bermuda shorts! lol it's okay, I'm new to this blogging thing 🙂
hi jean…these definitely look better than the last pair & looks great with a fitted top! what a fun challenge btw. i wanted to participate but i been busy with events after work and have been sick for the last couple of days. i definitely have enjoyed seeing everyone's outfit! until next time 😉
This definitely works this time! The pants aren't so "heavy" looking on you and the top being fitted works much better.
I think it does look cute, or that could just be me and my wish to be able to pull of pants like those. Definitely NOT with the baggyish top…
Jean, how do you make otherwise unappealing things look so cute!? I am a big fan of seersucker but I could never pull off those pants in a million years.
Happy Friday!
I do think these look better than the last post, simply b/c the mat'l of this is thinner so it's less overwhelming on your frame.
However, I personally really like the look of skinny jeans on all girls, and I think you look great in them in your past posts. I know many people don't like skinnies, but I find that they are flattering and easy to pull off without any thought or effort! I shy away from "difficult" clothing.. and wide leg would fall into that category for me!
This was a great challenge, thank you so much for hosting. I actually love these pants and they seem to fit you really good. The heel height looks perfect with these pants and they definitely add stature.
Thank you for hosting the first challenge. I really like this outfit. It's definitely my style to wear on a weekend.
Those are the same pants??? I think it looks fantastic with the slim tank top! You can totally pull this off 🙂
Thanks so much for hosting the first challenge!! 🙂
First of all, thank you so very much for hosting this challenge. Everyone is having fun here. 🙂
About your wide-leg, do I think it works? Yes. Do I think it flatters you? No. To be honest, I am not a wide legged pants fan. I don't think it flatters anyone, let alone petites. I myself bought one pair just for the fun of it and it is still staying in my closet unworn.
BTW, LOVE those shoes!!! size 6 though? I thought your feet are much smaller.
I agree – these widelegs look great on you and weirdly, much better than the fitted GAP pants. The fitted tank+heels makes it work.
Bravo, Jean – you worked those pants this time.
And for MoneyMaus: those shoes made a huge difference.
Thank you so much for challenging us! This was such a great idea. I can't wait to see everyone's posts… and what your next challenge for us will be!
They look lovely on you!
I do think you pull it off this time. The fitted tank top make such a huge different. You look slim/tall(er) and well put together in this outfit. Thanks for hosting the 1st PFC. I am going to check out other posts.
I think you have definitely overcome this challenge. these wide legs look great on you! (hahah, I knew Kelly would like that it's seersucker) I'd like to comment on the fact that with heels on, these pants have THE PERFECT length. I love wide leg pants that are strategically hemmed to hit right above the floor.
I'd also like to share a petite style icon of mine who pulls off this wide leg style very well (not to mention she dared to pull it off w/a flowy top…whaaaa?!!!):
http://cdn.buzznet.com/media/jj1//2010/08/costco-bilson/rachel-bilson-costco-01.jpg
I love these colour combos (and those shoes!). You look good as always but I prefer your skirt outfits. In baggy pants and slim top, your legs look shorter in comparison to your upper body.
You look lovely as always Jean ^_^
<3 the patina on your Speedy 25!
I think you really pulled it off, much better than your first attempt! 😛
Pairing the fitted top and wide legs really works — I'm gonna have to try this look sometime, once I get some heels/wedges that are tall enough! Hehe. It was so much fun to see everyone's outfits in this challenge. I learned a LOT and will be trying out some of the looks since it really CAN be pulled off my petites! Yay!
I actually think those pants are not bad at all 😛 Despite the extra space in them, the waist area fits really nicely and it's flattering to your shape.
It seems like most people's fashion don't's (LOL I don't even know how to write it with an S..) is capri's!! haha =P I agree!!!
I forgot to comment on your pants!
Well…first of all, you had me at "seersucker".
Second, those look really good with the slim tank. You look casual, but still put together. Are these less wide than the other ones you posted a while ago?
I actually quite like the wide legs! They're much better with the fitted top – with a looser fit, they look a little like PJs!
I think wide leg pants looks good on you with the more slimming tank and pumps, so a better yes. I would say no to short girls wearing baggy capris (unless playing bball and wearing the "boy shorts"). Even though with the heels, it's a little better… I think petite girls like us should stick to skinny capris.
I think this looks much better! I almost did a double take, but then realized they're not the same pair of pants 😛 These seem to have a little more structure, and the fitted top really helps as well. Of course heels are a must and I like how the pants drape to a perfect length with heels to give the illusion of longer legs.
Yay! How fun! Thanks for hosting the first ever PFC! Now to visit every single site and see all the stylish petites in action! =D
YES!! I'm going to check all of these out when I get home from work. Yay petites!!!!
And I always thought you looked great in wide-legged pants, Jean. 😛