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:
DONNI
The Taffeta Drawstring Cargo Pant
As evidenced above, I have been living in these pants.
SKIMS
Cotton-Blend Poplin Boxers in Harbor
Enza Costa
Everywhere Pant
These pants changed my life two summers ago, and I haven’t stopped wearing them since.
Reformation
Grace Linen Two Piece
I know it’s a set, but I love the skirt so much on its own too.
DÔEN
Arbre Broderie Anglaise Cotton Shorts
FAVORITE DAUGHTER
The Low Favorite Pant
For when you want a tailored but laid-back look.
Attersee
The Relaxed Pant in Hammered Satin
KHAITE
Jett Wool and Silk-Blend Crepe Mini Skirt
I have this in black, but I find myself very into the burgundy.
Free People
My Little Micro Mini Cotton-Linen Skort
Reformation
Zoey Linen Short
The only linen shorts you need.
Enza Costa
Everywhere Pant
I don’t often buy things in multiple colors, but I had to have these in black.
DONNI
The Pop Drawstring Cargo Pant
On my wish list:
H&M
Drawstring Twill Pants
The stripes and color combo are elite.
Reformation
Fern Satin Short
Pucci
Marmo High-Rise Maxi Skirt
Be sure to style this with heels.
DONNI X Revolve
The Linen Stripe Racer Pant
Every wardrobe needs a pop of red.
I love the slight sheerness.
THE ATTICO
Zebra-Print Cotton-Voile Wide-Leg Pants
Whether it’s with a white tank or bikini top, these will look so effortlessly cool.
DISSH
Lizzie White Layered Lace Skirt
Love a sheer-skirt moment.
Loose denim shorts will make getting dressed on hot days so much easier.
LEVI’S
501 90s Ankle Straight Jeans
These are the closest thing to vintage.
Sunday Best
Espresso Poplin Bloomer
Tackle two trends in one with these boxer-style bloomers.
LESET
Yoko Cotton-Poplin Straight-Leg Pants
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.
KHAITE
Callum Mid-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
I’m over all my old white jeans and have my eye on this pair.
