If You Buy 1 Fall Piece Now, Make It These Pants

It started when we traded our skinny jeans for flares. Now we can hardly bear the thought of pulling on a pair of restricting pants — on the weekends or otherwise. Fortunately, what started as a denim trend is quickly having an effect on all trousers. And if you loved wearing culottes this Summer, you're going to be really into Fall's wide-leg pants. Luxe and leg-elongating — especially with higher waists — these iterations are all about elegance (and sneakily about comfort, too). The bonus? You can start adding them into your wardrobe right now for an alternative to maxi dresses at the office or a cocktail dress for events. Just soak up the celebrity inspiration below and shop the styles that speak to you — then check it right off your shopping list for next season.