Ignore the myth that beige brings the style doldrums. Seen all over the runways this season, designers are rethinking chinos in new, fantastic proportions.
The result? A stunning selection of chino pants that you could easily throw on this weekend, and not have to worry about looking like a soccer mom. Instead, these neutral numbers have all been engineered to help accentuate your figure, giving you the illusion of longer legs while whittling down your waists and hips.
Click ahead to see our top 10 chino options, and learn how you can style each one to achieve a fantastic weekend look.
This post first appeared on 25 March 2017.
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We love a cropped pair of chinos because that shortened hemline is going to help you trick your leg proportions and appear taller. To get that added height boost, slip on some cork wedges and you’re ready for Sunday tea with the girls.
Another trick we love? A cuffed pair of wide-leg pants, and here’s why.
A strategically placed cuff will not only make your legs look longer, the height of the cuff also balances out bigger thighs. A wide-legged pants shape also plays down any curves, and gives you a comfortable way to wear chinos.
If the wide-leg silhouette scares you, then go sleek with a pair of super-slim pants. It’s no secret that they help “stretch” your leg out to make you look like you’ve got the legs of a supermodel, so why not use it to get the look of longer legs!
If a tummy is something that you’re trying to hide, then these trousers are your style salvation. With the inclusion of inverted box pleats to hide away your curves, the wide waistband also cinches in the waist and makes you look thinner so you don’t have to skip that extra croissant.
Instead of a reed-thin pair of chinos, opt for a slim-fit pair that is still forgiving enough for curvier ladies. The minimalist look that they offer also mean you get to have fun with other pieces, so try pairing it with a colourful top or some fancy sneakers!
When choosing chinos, it’s important to pay attention to the colour that they come in as well. Anything too light might wash you out. Sometimes it would be safer to opt for a slightly darker tone or a beige that has a warmer undertone to it.
The oldest trick in the book to making your waist look slimmer is to get a pair of pants that sit higher on your waist. This pair gives you that option of not only toggling how high it goes, but how tightly you want to wear it. Plus, it exudes a sporty feel, which is super trendy as well.
Having a belt on hand will definitely help in keeping your hourglass shape, but better if it’s in the same colour of your pants to avoid breaking your body up with too many colours. All you need to finish this is a white tee and a messy chignon for that “I woke up like this” look!
This pair of pants is a combo of various tips so far, and this is why we love it. High waist? Check. Pleated around the tummy area? Done. Wider waistband? You got it!
When it comes to styling this, keep it colourful with a cobalt jumper or a brightly-coloured cardigan.
If all that beige has gotten you down, then go for something a little more utilitarian like a military green! For that added touch of cool, throw on an oversized shirt and grab a chain-handle bag before you head out.
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