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3 ways to wear wide trousers

I am aware that nearly every fashion and celebrity magazine is full of pictures and features on skinny or slim leg trousers, however I am still a fan of the wide leg style. Even after my recent wardrobe purge I still have several good quality pairs. So I decided to investigate how I could create some new and fresh looks. Firstly I had a play around with Polyvore trying out different combinations. A great way to experiment with various looks, get the creative juices flowing and come up with some good ideas before making any major purchases. I then rummaged through my wardrobe, it is amazing what you can find lurking at the back, and came with some similar pieces. I had bought a stripey blazer last year and have a light coloured leather jacket and a mid grey cardigan. Add in some vibrant accessories Et voila some new looks! I can now get further mileage from my wide leg trousers without any extra expenditure. It is amazing how many forgotten pieces may lie languishing in some dark corner. If you choose to make a purchase and your budget does not stretch to the designer versions you can often find similar styles on the high street.

3 Ways to wear wide trousers by chicatanyage featuring tods shoes

3 ways to wear wide trousers by chicatanyage featuring metal jewelry

3 Ways to wear wide leg trousers by chicatanyage featuring bright makeup

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Chicatanyage

I write a fashion and beauty blog for women over 50 with the aim of inspiring mature women to continue to enjoy and have fun with their fashion choices. I have spent most of my working life in some way connected to fashion. I started my career in Fashion PR and then trained as an Image Consultant when my children were young. I subsequently worked in the corporate world running seminars, doing private coaching and speaking at conferences. I started my blog in 2009 as I wanted to share my years of experience working in the world of fashion. I truly believe we can continue to have confidence in the way we present ourselves. Our style may evolve with time and changing lifestyles, yet with a little knowledge and inspiration, we can all continue to have fun with fashion. As women of a certain age we are a growing demographic let us prove that we can also be a chic one.

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Donna @ Rock the Silver says:

28th May 2012 at 15:50

I also have some wide-legged trousers that I hardly wear -- but you've given me hope there's life in them after all. I especially like that two out of three of the outfits were with flats -- and the third is a reasonable heel!
Looking Fab in your forties says:

28th May 2012 at 16:45

Some lovely looks you have put together here. Thanks for the inspiration x
Chicatanyage says:

28th May 2012 at 17:11

Hi Donna I know you are advised to wear high heels with wide trousers however I am not a great heel wearer I just find most of them too wobbly.
Duchesse says:

28th May 2012 at 23:35

I wear wide trousers (and trouser jeans) all the time as they balance my hips. My favourites are flowy palazzo pants. ANd you have-as you have shown- to wear a closer-fitting top, or the effect is too baggy. (Or you can wear a kaftan type top over them but it 's a lot to manage unless you are tall. IMO a flat sandal (like Bernardo) is more modern than than heels.