There’s no middle ground when it comes to jeans.
As straight-leg skinny jeans have made a reappearance on runways, in magazines or just on the streets of East Lansing, so have wide-leg pants.
Wide-leg pants work as khakis, dark-wash jeans, black slacks
Apparel and textile design sophomore Amy Dust models in wide-leg jeans by Gap.
The pants are available in everything from khakis to black dress-up slacks.
If you’re going with jeans, a pair with a dark wash is typically the best bet to lengthen legs and pinch the waist.
To avoid the JNCO jean look, stay away from jeans with a light wash.
The pants should be tight on the thigh and then flare out at about the knee.
Simple front slit pockets work the best to keep the look from being too overwhelming.
For a dressed-up look, go for stilettos and a tucked-in ruffled shirt or blouse.
But with the days of warm weather winding down, don’t be afraid to bust out the flip-flops and fitted tees for one last go-around.
American Eagle carries a few varieties of wide-leg pants, including brown and tan colors, starting at around $35.
If you’re looking to splurge, Nordstrom sells designer-brand wide-leg jeans, including 7 For All Mankind stretch denim pants for about $250.
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