I don't know what to say. I've tried to love baggy jeans—I really have so many times. Even when I think I've finally found a pair that finally suits me, I'll get a glance in the mirror after a few wears and realize it's just not my look and may never be. You know what? That's okay. Something I've learned as a 5'2" woman in the fashion world is that not every trend has to be for every one. If you love it, great, but if you don't feel right, there's no reason to force it.
So what am I wearing instead this season? Plenty! There's so much outside the world of baggy jeans, from linen trousers and lace shorts to flowy pants to miniskirts, that not only feels on-trend but also flatters my frame. Below, I'm breaking down 14 pieces in my closet at the moment and 14 items that are on my wish lists and very close to making it into the cart.
In my closet:
As evidenced above, I have been living in these pants.
After trying these on for my newsletter, I had to buy them.
These pants changed my life two summers ago, and I haven't stopped wearing them since.
I know it's a set, but I love the skirt so much on its own too.
Another one I found from my newsletter research!
For when you want a tailored but laid-back look.
I love styling these with a matching white button-down.
Fancy but useful.
I have this in black, but I find myself very into the burgundy.
Everybody needs this.
The only linen shorts you need.
I don't often buy things in multiple colors, but I had to have these in black.
Note: They run big!
On my wish list:
The stripes and color combo are elite.
IYKYK.
Be sure to style this with heels.
Every wardrobe needs a pop of red.
I love the slight sheerness.
Whether it's with a white tank or bikini top, these will look so effortlessly cool.
Love a sheer-skirt moment.
Loose denim shorts will make getting dressed on hot days so much easier.
These are the closest thing to vintage.
Tackle two trends in one with these boxer-style bloomers.
These work for anything, from dinner to the beach.
I think it's time I dip into this color trend.
I'll always be into these.
I'm over all my old white jeans and have my eye on this pair.
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