How to Style Paperbag Pants?
09 Sep 2024
Paperbag pants narrow the belly, emphasize the waist and optically elongate the legs. This is the perfect model, regardless of whether you wear size 34 or 44. Above all, you should try them on if you have problems with a bulging belly - the wrinkles at the waist hide this perfectly.
Moreover, these types of pants are extremely comfortable and always look great regardless of the other accessories. You can wear them with a T-shirt and sports shoes or a silk shirt and delicate heels. The only thing to pay attention to is that if you are under 160 years old, always combine a paper bag with high-heeled shoes, as this model usually has 3/4 length legs. If you are tall, go ahead and combine them with ballerinas.
This model of pants can be easily found in popular chain stores. In our opinion, black viscose will work better, it doesn't need to be ironed and it will easily fit into any style. We also noticed paper bag pants made of thick linen, which are perfect for cold August or warm September evenings. A real hit for fall is jeans with ruffles at the waist! They are perfect for casual looks.
Most likely everyone has heard the phrase about the cyclical nature of fashion, and today we have a great opportunity to see it for ourselves. The steadily gaining momentum of vintage fashion trends convinces us that this phrase is true. Many styles, elements of finishing, and stylistics of 80-90s are relevant again today, and paperbag pants - a direct echo of the fashion of that time.
To understand the terminology right away, imagine an ordinary kraft paper bag. for example. Now imagine that something was put in this bag, and then its edges were gathered and tied, let's say, with a bowstring or ribbon. Can you imagine that? The term paperbag waist refers to a pants silhouette where the waistband gathers the fabric into loose pleats just above the natural waistline.
Moreover, these types of pants are extremely comfortable and always look great regardless of the other accessories. You can wear them with a T-shirt and sports shoes or a silk shirt and delicate heels. The only thing to pay attention to is that if you are under 160 years old, always combine a paper bag with high-heeled shoes, as this model usually has 3/4 length legs. If you are tall, go ahead and combine them with ballerinas.
This model of pants can be easily found in popular chain stores. In our opinion, black viscose will work better, it doesn't need to be ironed and it will easily fit into any style. We also noticed paper bag pants made of thick linen, which are perfect for cold August or warm September evenings. A real hit for fall is jeans with ruffles at the waist! They are perfect for casual looks.
Most likely everyone has heard the phrase about the cyclical nature of fashion, and today we have a great opportunity to see it for ourselves. The steadily gaining momentum of vintage fashion trends convinces us that this phrase is true. Many styles, elements of finishing, and stylistics of 80-90s are relevant again today, and paperbag pants - a direct echo of the fashion of that time.
To understand the terminology right away, imagine an ordinary kraft paper bag. for example. Now imagine that something was put in this bag, and then its edges were gathered and tied, let's say, with a bowstring or ribbon. Can you imagine that? The term paperbag waist refers to a pants silhouette where the waistband gathers the fabric into loose pleats just above the natural waistline.
Of course, this trend is controversial, not every figure can be adorned with the silhouette of a “paper bag”, but you should not be in a hurry to flatly refuse it without even trying it. Someone of famous psychologists recommended this tactic in the education of children: if a child refuses to eat some product, do not rush to reject it. Convince the child to try it three times, and if nothing changes after that, you can safely cross out this product from the menu items. Here is the same situation with the “paperbag” - try on clothes of this silhouette, experiment with different types of shoes and tops, and test different ways of styling pants/skirt. And to make sure that these experiments do not pass under the sign of total disappointment, pay attention to the following tips.
1. Pants, jeans, or skirts with a “paperbag waist” style usually always have a high waistline. Even though this is fashionable today, women with short torsos may not look their best in such clothes. If you want to try this trend, pay attention to those pants/skirts that, although they have ties at the waist, are designed for a medium fit, i.e. the waistband is at the natural waistline.
2. Both pants and jeans can have different silhouettes, the shape of which is set by the shape of the pants: straight, tapered, flared. Therefore, do not measure the first hit models, taking as a reference point only a fashionable detail in the form of a “paper bag waist”, choose the silhouettes that look most beautiful on your figure. With a high probability of being less successful, such models will look less successful on the “apples”, because, no matter how you spin it, and emphasizing the waist is present here, and this is just what is least needed “apple figures”. But for “inverted triangles” such pants can become a real “wand-helper”, easily and harmoniously creating a balance between the upper and lower part of the figure.
3. Be sure to pay attention to such detail as the length of the pants, so that they do not distort the proportions of the figure. Yes, in itself an inflated waistline can visually lengthen the legs, but at a small height wrongly selected length of pants can level this effect. But with this nuance everything is a little easier than with the previous two: you can balance the proportions with shoes on heels (platform, wedges) or shoes, the color of which is selected as close as possible to the tone of the skin, which visually also works to lengthen the legs.
4. Paperbag pants look best when tucked in at the waist, as any overlap over loose folds creates the impression of too much volume at the waist. But if you have tucked your clothes in at the waist and it seems to you that the pants have an unnaturally high fit, try to match them with a top of the same color as the pants themselves. Creating such a “color vertical” works well to visually elongate the figure, makes it appear slimmer, and does not create disproportions.
5. When putting on top of pants/skirt and top another item - cardigan, jacket, vest, jacket, etc., make sure that their length ends in the place that best suits your proportions: for some, it is the upper part of the thigh, for some - the waist area, for some - the middle of the thigh (tips for choosing clothes depending on body proportions). In general, the use of the top layer, which is worn open, contributes to another wonderful visual effect: due to the two long verticals formed by the shelves of this piece of clothing, create the illusion of a slimmer silhouette and a thinner waist. On figures with long torso, this effect can be enhanced by using a belt of a contrasting color. If you do not want to draw attention to this part of the body, wear a belt of basic color, and as a “distraction” use beautiful jewelry in the upper part of the body: earrings, necklaces, brooches. And lastly - if you realize that your soul does not lie in such a fashion, do not force yourself to get used to it. Fortunately, there are so many interesting and relevant trends that there is no need to force yourself to wear something you don't like.
Despite the apparent bagginess, the paperbag pants perfectly cope with minor figure flaws and transform the silhouette into a more feminine and seductive one. High fit, loose cut, draping, and the presence of a belt make the model indispensable in the closet of those women who have a problematic figure. Interestingly, the product is suitable for both overweight women and girls who do not boast slender legs. Fashionistas of medium build, who want to appear taller and more graceful. There are variations of pants of narrowed cut, as well as loose and flared models. Products made of soft fabric perfectly envelope, and variations of dense materials hold their shape. High fit is suitable for those girls who have a small height, short legs, or a massive torso. With the right proportions, the high fit is compensated by a length of 7/8
Paperbag pants fit perfectly into casual, street, and even office styles. You can complete the look with a blouse, sweater or T-shirt. An obligatory condition - the top should be tucked into the waistband of the product. But this does not exclude the appearance of cardigans, jackets, and blazers, which are left open to show the belt. For summer, a lightweight top is a good way out of the situation. With a T-shirt worn cotton pants or chiffon products. Often summer variations are sewn from printed fabric. In this case, a top or T-shirt of white color will come in handy.
1. Pants, jeans, or skirts with a “paperbag waist” style usually always have a high waistline. Even though this is fashionable today, women with short torsos may not look their best in such clothes. If you want to try this trend, pay attention to those pants/skirts that, although they have ties at the waist, are designed for a medium fit, i.e. the waistband is at the natural waistline.
2. Both pants and jeans can have different silhouettes, the shape of which is set by the shape of the pants: straight, tapered, flared. Therefore, do not measure the first hit models, taking as a reference point only a fashionable detail in the form of a “paper bag waist”, choose the silhouettes that look most beautiful on your figure. With a high probability of being less successful, such models will look less successful on the “apples”, because, no matter how you spin it, and emphasizing the waist is present here, and this is just what is least needed “apple figures”. But for “inverted triangles” such pants can become a real “wand-helper”, easily and harmoniously creating a balance between the upper and lower part of the figure.
3. Be sure to pay attention to such detail as the length of the pants, so that they do not distort the proportions of the figure. Yes, in itself an inflated waistline can visually lengthen the legs, but at a small height wrongly selected length of pants can level this effect. But with this nuance everything is a little easier than with the previous two: you can balance the proportions with shoes on heels (platform, wedges) or shoes, the color of which is selected as close as possible to the tone of the skin, which visually also works to lengthen the legs.
4. Paperbag pants look best when tucked in at the waist, as any overlap over loose folds creates the impression of too much volume at the waist. But if you have tucked your clothes in at the waist and it seems to you that the pants have an unnaturally high fit, try to match them with a top of the same color as the pants themselves. Creating such a “color vertical” works well to visually elongate the figure, makes it appear slimmer, and does not create disproportions.
5. When putting on top of pants/skirt and top another item - cardigan, jacket, vest, jacket, etc., make sure that their length ends in the place that best suits your proportions: for some, it is the upper part of the thigh, for some - the waist area, for some - the middle of the thigh (tips for choosing clothes depending on body proportions). In general, the use of the top layer, which is worn open, contributes to another wonderful visual effect: due to the two long verticals formed by the shelves of this piece of clothing, create the illusion of a slimmer silhouette and a thinner waist. On figures with long torso, this effect can be enhanced by using a belt of a contrasting color. If you do not want to draw attention to this part of the body, wear a belt of basic color, and as a “distraction” use beautiful jewelry in the upper part of the body: earrings, necklaces, brooches. And lastly - if you realize that your soul does not lie in such a fashion, do not force yourself to get used to it. Fortunately, there are so many interesting and relevant trends that there is no need to force yourself to wear something you don't like.
Despite the apparent bagginess, the paperbag pants perfectly cope with minor figure flaws and transform the silhouette into a more feminine and seductive one. High fit, loose cut, draping, and the presence of a belt make the model indispensable in the closet of those women who have a problematic figure. Interestingly, the product is suitable for both overweight women and girls who do not boast slender legs. Fashionistas of medium build, who want to appear taller and more graceful. There are variations of pants of narrowed cut, as well as loose and flared models. Products made of soft fabric perfectly envelope, and variations of dense materials hold their shape. High fit is suitable for those girls who have a small height, short legs, or a massive torso. With the right proportions, the high fit is compensated by a length of 7/8
Paperbag pants fit perfectly into casual, street, and even office styles. You can complete the look with a blouse, sweater or T-shirt. An obligatory condition - the top should be tucked into the waistband of the product. But this does not exclude the appearance of cardigans, jackets, and blazers, which are left open to show the belt. For summer, a lightweight top is a good way out of the situation. With a T-shirt worn cotton pants or chiffon products. Often summer variations are sewn from printed fabric. In this case, a top or T-shirt of white color will come in handy.
What Are Paperbag Pants?
Every year, fickle fashion brings another novelty to the peak of popularity. Sometimes the season's trend turns out to be a well-forgotten old thing. A great gift for fashionistas will be the bestseller of 2024 - paperbag pants. The concept of “paper bag waist” came to us from the 80s of the last century. Fashion experts predict this model's crazy popularity. And even argue that paperbag pants are quite capable of squeezing into the closet of stylish women even the eternal hit of all seasons - jeans.
There is always a place for pants in a woman's closet. The original paperbag pants are considered a novelty on the fashion runway. It is a free-cut model, which is intercepted by a belt and looks like a paper bag - hence the name of the product. Paperbag - it is always pants with a belt, otherwise the product will not hold on the waist, and the look of it will be ridiculous. Thanks to the wide waistband, it is possible to form folds in the upper part and make the product fold. Paperbag pants are interesting because they allow you to hide the shortcomings of the figure. However, despite their rather informal appearance, such models have found wide distribution in business fashion.
There is always a place for pants in a woman's closet. The original paperbag pants are considered a novelty on the fashion runway. It is a free-cut model, which is intercepted by a belt and looks like a paper bag - hence the name of the product. Paperbag - it is always pants with a belt, otherwise the product will not hold on the waist, and the look of it will be ridiculous. Thanks to the wide waistband, it is possible to form folds in the upper part and make the product fold. Paperbag pants are interesting because they allow you to hide the shortcomings of the figure. However, despite their rather informal appearance, such models have found wide distribution in business fashion.
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