Many of us are intrigued by cropped pants but not sure where to start. The good news is that there's no reason to feel stumped by this seemingly tricky trend — if you are armed with styling tips, you can easily find a pair that works. Believe it or not, the style comes in a range of widths and lengths, making it easier than ever to find a flattering pair.
The first time trying on a pair of culottes might feel balloon-like. Ease your way into this trend by starting with an obvious color like black. Tuck a white blouse into the waistband — this helps break up the volume.
If you want to ease into the trend, try a pair of cropped pants first to get a feel for the length.
Separates of the same pattern can look like you're wearing a jumpsuit, which might just be the most fun style of culotte available.
Once you have dabbled in the trend and are ready for a new style, go for something bright or choose a bold color for the season (or even something patterned). To style, think about your pants as though they were a skirt — that's where the idea for culottes came from anyway. That will help you determine how to accessorize.
Hitting just at the knee, this jumpsuit is really more like a long pair of shorts than it is pants. Neutral-toned heels will help elongate the leg.
As long as your pants hit below the knee, you can wear them with sneakers. Try a simple pair of white lace-ups and a matching t-shirt for a casual-cool look.
Because culottes are voluminous by nature, you want to avoid creating too much bulk. Here, the palazzo-style pant is long, so a crop top helps balance things out.