The Power Trouser
Kelli Conway • 05/17/2018
Photo: Habitually Chic
While most of the fashion universe is focused on Spice Girl-era trend revivals (yes, we're talking about you, chunky sneakers), there's another trend from that time period that has recently elbowed its way into our fashion subconscious.
The wide leg pant.
But fear not...the power trouser is no longer relegated to the female lawyer in a mid-nineties TV drama. This season, the high-waisted wide-leg pant has stylistically evolved beyond the staid, gray version of the past. And now you can find the pant in khaki culottes, bright red hues, and even modern checks.
With so many pant styles on the market, why are we so focused on this style? Well, the '90s power trouser isn't just any old pant. With a high-rise waist and a slightly flared bottom, they somehow manage to look perfectly chic and put-together every single time, no matter how they're styled. We're partial to pairing ours with a perfectly worn-in vintage tee for a more laid back vibe. Or simply throw them on with a slightly cropped top for the easiest look ever.
Ahead, we rounded up the pairs we're eyeing (and, let's be real, buying) right now...