This Random Micro-Trend Is Too Big to Ignore
Every once in a while, rather than me having to stalk Instagram, scan through street style images, and check every shopping site under the sun in order to uncover (and validate) a new trend, one will just find me. It's actually a great feeling having to do a little less work, and as you could have guessed, the aforementioned scenario is very much the case with the topic of today's post: long leather shorts. In fact, it didn't just present itself to me—it felt more like I was being stalked (but in a good way).
I first noticed them on the streets in February, then bubbling up on my feed shortly thereafter, and now, it seems like there's not a single site or brand that doesn't have at least one pair in its offerings. I know this because I check them all multiple times a day, for work, of course.
Whether it's a Bermuda cut or something slightly longer (taking it into the culotte category), there's no denying that this micro-trend is has blown up on a macro level. To see the "proof" for yourself, and, of course, shop my long leather shorts picks for spring, just keep scrolling.
Pairing an all-black look with a pair of statement shoes like this works every time.
Tonal always looks good.
For spring, I'd love to re-create this look with delicate sandals instead of boots.
Much like with all other things, matching sets always make it better.
Leather, leather, and more leather works.
Don't be afraid of mixing black and brown.
Pair your shorts with a bra top and oversize blazer for an outfit that's triple on-trend.
Vanessa Hong always gets it right.
Add a sweater and sandals and you can never go wrong.
What I wish I was wearing instead of sweatpants right now.
A black-and-white look done right.
Vests are also very relevant right now.
This feels like the adult version of a first-day-of-school outfit, and I'm into it.
Next, all the loungewear in my cart right now.
Since starting as an intern back in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles here at Who What Wear, and she is currently Editor-at-Large. It was a less expected route, seeing as she was graduating from business school at USC when this all began, but it has turned out to be the best one for her. Fast-forward to 2020, and she's moved to NYC from her hometown of Beverly Hills and spends her workdays a little differently from when she was an intern starting out. Currently, she focuses on a weekly mélange of shopping content. As far as her personal style goes, she's largely drawn to classic pieces and neutral basics but will always make an exception for something colorful, printed, or bejeweled as long as it's deemed worthy enough. After all, the only thing she loves more than a good party is dressing up for one. On weekdays, she can usually be found at home eating something delicious for dinner and trying to force her husband to watch 90 Day Fiancé.
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