PENNYBLACK (Italy) Pencil Skirt

From the “good value” Italian brand Pennyblack comes this modern jersey pencil skirt encapsulated in bold stripes and a cut that emphasises sleek fit.

Team yours with a tucked-in tonal top and heels.

PENNYBLACK

Founded in 1978 by the Max Mara Group, Pennyblack was named after the first postal stamp in the world. With a DNA defined by that unique combination of sportive style and classical elements, the label has evolved into one of the most popular apparel brands in Italy and is distributed in more than 50 countries from Europe to Far East, and from South America to Australia. Pennyblack designs are known to be feminine, contemporary, and versatile—clothes that allow today’s on-the-go women to move effortlessly from office meetings to glamorous parties.

TIBI (New York) Pleated Culottes

New York City label Tibi’s practical and oh-so-chic culottes are crafted from woven Italian fabric and sculpted by inverted pleats that add elegant volume. And the midi-length is a blessed relief for those of us who left micro-skirts behind years ago :-).

Pair yours with wedge sandals, or smarten it up with sharp heels. The choice is yours!

(RRP US$550)

The freedom of a skirt with the security of trousers, is one reason which made Tibi’s chic culottes such a hit with fashionistas everywhere.

Chic in culottes: the retro-ish silhouette is having a serious fashion moment.

BURBERRY BRIT Super Skinny Trousers

A newish relaxed, unisex range from the iconic British fashion house, Burberry Brit was created to cater to the younger generation, as an alternative to the more classic ‘London’ line.

With a super skinny second skin-fit and directional French seam detail in the back, this statement style from Burberry Brit is a perfect accompaniment to everything from a crisp white top to a sequined tank for instant off-duty cool.
(RRP US$225)

Even with as-yet limited store locations, Burberry Brit’s casual outerwear, classic checks and denims have been hugely successful and the line has become a hit with fashion insiders and in celebrity circles.

TWENTY8TWELVE BY S. MILLER "Bacall" Padded Knee Leggings

In leggings trends, the “biker legging” with padded knee is currently the leader of the pack (vroom vroom!). This pair, by Sienna and Savannah Miller’s Twenty8Twelve, is both form-flattering and edgy, thanks to the quilt stitching at the knees.
The fit is a comfortable yet trendy mid-waist rise.
Pair these trousers with one of this season’s stylishly oversized tops in a bold colour, or dress it up for work with a chic blazer.
(RRP £150 or US$255)


Designers Sienna and Savannah, and the models, and a variety of leggings attend a reception before the Twenty8Twelve AW2010 show during London Fashion Week.
Quick! Can you spot the Miller sisters?
Take a guess, then check your answer below after the jump :-D


Answer: Sienna Miller is 3rd-R, while Savannah Miller is 3rd-L. Didja get it right? :-)

ELIZABETH AND JAMES Pleated Cropped Harem Pants

Whether you call them harem or hareem or hammer -- and whether you love or are still in the dark about them -- drop-crotch pants, are all the go for this season (and well into the next).
Noticeably, there’s even a updated shape that the designers are playing with this season: The pants still have a billowing fit, but taper in at the ankle, typically with a side flap on the hip which buttons or ties at the waist.
These faux suede pleated cropped harem pants by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s Elizabeth and James collection can be an interesting and welcome alternative to the office wardrobe. They can also be a fashion-forward bottom to wear with heels for the evening occasion. Just remember to pair it with a fitted/structured/cropped top or jacket to balance out the proportions. Equally, why not pop a pair in the holiday luggage to wear over a bikini on the way to the beach for a trendy cover-up!
(RRP US$365 ~ US$380)

(Other harem pants available in-store, too!)

More Reasons To Wear Harem Pants Now:-
1. They’re exceedingly comfy, and a great pants option for warm weather, especially when you don’t want to squeeze your sweaty legs into jeans. The airy feeling around your bum is quite delightful, trust ;-)
2. You can wear the biggest granny panties ever and no one would realize it.
3. They enhance your fashion confidence. Think about it ... you see someone wearing harem pants and you think, that girl must really know her personal style well, or, she must have balls (and if she does, I can’t see them through those pants).

Celebs show how harem pants could be used -- both off and on the red carpet.