5 Ways to do Culottes

From almost-to-the-floor wide legs to more tailored silhouettes, culottes are making a splash on the stylish streets this summer. Fashion Fabrics Club has rounded up 5 of the chicest ways to rock the trend, and the fabrics to make them shine.

Denim

Want to go casual? Try denim for your wide-leg culottes. Light wash, dark wash, white—anything goes. To amp up the insouciant appeal, leave the hem frayed and pair with a simple white T and flat sandals.

Faux leather

To bring the piece to the more edgy side, try them in a faux leather and exaggerated wide leg. The key to pulling it off is keeping the pairing minimal. Because there is so much volume on the bottom, keep the top form fitting, and the shoe as bare as possible.

Faux suede

In a faux suede, culottes are the perfect piece to wear now, with a simple T and strappy sandals, and well into the fall, with a long-sleeved button up and pair of heels or booties.

Silk

Looking for something more professional? You can make the trend office-ready by turning out the culottes in a silky fabric and pairing them with a blouse and pair of heels. Added bonus: it’s a chic look that can go straight from desk to drinks without a wardrobe change.

Suiting Fabric

One of the hottest ways to wear culottes made from suiting fabric this season is contrasting them with slouchy tops and sporty sneakers. You can easily bring the look into fall, too. Simply toss on a relaxed trench coat and go!