If there’s anything to go by, this year has proven that comfort is what we gravitate towards nowadays – even when it comes to dressing up. We can’t deny the uptick in loungewear fashion and as we’ve seen in the Cruise 2021 collections, this concept is being translated beyond our everyday style.
Enter the era of the sweeping hemlines that go from the waist to the ground. It eschews tailoring convention that prescribes to the rule of thumb that pants should at least have a half-break because anything more looks sloppy.
The whole point of this new look is not so much about upturning sartorial faux pas as it is to embrace a relaxed and comfortable vibe. Hence, these loose-fitting bottoms are making a huge takeover of late, even getting a seal of approval from brands like Chanel to Gucci.
Curious about how these would look? Scroll down below to learn how these floor-grazing style can be incorporated into your attire.
For a quick and fast way to dress these bottoms up, follow Max Mara’s lead and wear pieces that similarly correspond with the colour of your sweeping hemlines.
Do like Gucci and opt for high-waisted pants to match your cropped top. Bandana optional.
Make a statement with a patterned iteration and if you want to go bold, take this MSGM look for inspiration by pairing it with an identically patterned top and handbag, if you will.
If the memo is business-casual, we believe you can get inspired by this getup from Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini. Juxtapose the carefree trousers with a structured blazer for a more professional look.
Yes, you read that right: the Y2K treatment. Dress your relaxed pants with a crop top, baguette bag, and a fun body chain for some extra bling as seen at Chanel.
Your pants can come in denim too. As seen at Tod’s, you can even take it to the next step and go for the Canadian Tuxedo look.
Take your trousers to cool territory by going for a leather option and matching it with a cool pair of futuristic shades as seen at Sportmax.
Ever wondered how to dress up a kaftan? Well, as Salvatore Ferragamo shows, you can top it over your favourite sweeping hemline pants for a chic bohemian feel.
Here, Dolce & Gabbana ties this garden-inspired look together with a pajama-style top, some floral accessories, and a sleek handbag.
Mix in some animal prints a la Versace. Elevate the look further by keeping to a fixed colour palette and tieing the look together with some matching accessories.