Trousers & Slacks

What Color Slacks Match a Tan Blazer?

A tan blazer is a classic piece of outerwear that every woman should have -- because it’s never going to go out of style. Not only is a tan blazer timeless, it's wearable in a ton of different settings, from work to play and everything in...

How to Care for Corduroy Trousers

Those corduroy trousers hanging in your closet get lots of wear during the cold and blustery winter months because they keep you warm in fierce style. Keep your corduroy trousers looking chic with the proper care. The good news is that corduroy...

How to Take a Pleat Out of Slacks

So pleated slacks aren't your thing anymore? Buying an entirely new wardrobe sounds great, but might be hard on the budget. Instead, some simple steps will eliminate that not-so-stylish pleat and make those trusty trousers look entirely modern. In...

What Color Slacks Can I Wear With a Purple Sweater?

When the cooler weather hits and calls for a sweater to join your ensemble, not any sweater will do. Oftentimes your fashion pairing requires more than just throwing on any old sweater and heading out the door. Especially if your sweater is...

What Color of Slacks to Wear With a Gray Sweater?

Gray is such a fashion-friendly color. It's a neutral; it easily goes with just about anything you're likely to have in your closet without being overpowering like red or basic like black. If you have a gray sweater and need to pair it with the...

What Color Slacks to Wear With Green Shirt

One somewhat unusual yet striking color for a shirt is green. According to color theory, green represents nature as well as prosperity or money. It comes in shades ranging from the deepest forest green to money green to light teal. When you wear a...

The Best Trousers for a Pear-Shaped Figure

Shopping for a pair of flattering trousers is not always a leisurely walk in the park. It takes time to understand your body and figure out what styles look the best on your shape. Pear-shaped women have no problem finding tops and accessories...

How to Stop Trousers From Shrinking

A pair of well-fitting pants that flatter and flaunt is an asset that every woman needs to own. If those pants shrink, however, they go from being well-fitted to being tighter than your smallest skinny jeans and it can get pretty hard to breath....

What to Wear With Women's Black Slacks

Those moments in life arise when you need something a bit dressy, but you're just not in the mood for a dress or skirt. The overwhelming advice from your mother and friends has always been, "Just wear some black slacks!" Slacks, another word for...

Wide-Leg Trousers for a Petite Frame

Just because you're short and sweet doesn't mean you can't take the latest wide-leg trend and make it your own. Wide leg trousers look fab on (almost!) any bod -- all it takes is an eye for the big picture and a commitment to making the most of...

Should Women Wear Trousers?

Whether you've always looked at trousers as a men's closet staple or you're feeling a bit hesitant about how to incorporate them into your own wardrobe, you won't believe how a single item can transform your closet. Should you wear trousers? This...

The Pajama Trend: Rocking the New Slouchy Trousers

Remember when fashion was more about function than form? When you wore whatever made playing on the playground or swinging from the monkey bars easiest? Those days have returned, though they're looking far more fashionable than your old recess...

The New '70s: Wide Leg Trousers

There's a certain undeniable women's lib vibe in the current resurgence of the wide-leg trouser trend -- these super-swingy, menswear-inspired slacks come packed with a bit of woman-as-the-bread-winner attitude. It's seemingly impossible to wear...

What to Wear With Low-rise Denim Trousers

Low-rise denim pants are a must-have wardrobe staple. Figure-flattering on any shape or size, a trouser provides a foundation to create a weekend or workplace-appropriate ensemble. Once you find the tops and accessories that are in proportion to...

How to Keep From Getting Hanger Creases in Slacks

Are you sick of those horrid creases that run across the knees of your slacks after they've been hanging in your closet? Unless you enjoy spending quality time with your ironing board and an iron, chances are you're not much of a fan. In fact, the...