High or low-rise trousers? Learn to pick the ones for you

High or low-rise trousers? Learn to pick the ones for you.

12 January, 2022

Back in the year 2000, the famous bumsters by Alexander McQueen invaded catwalks, shops and streets. This trend disappeared not long after. High-rise trousers started getting all our attention ever since.

This year, the aesthetics from the 2000s are back, and the low-rise trousers with them. Celebrities like Emily Ratajkowski are already wearing them.

The basics: differences between low, mid and high-rise.

The rise of trousers is measured from the crotch to the waistband.

Knowing this, we have three different kinds of rise:

  • In low-rise trousers, that measurement is somewhere between 12.5 and 20 cm. Their waistband goes below the navel and the hipbones.
    Low-rise pants are not for everyone. It is a flattering style for tall women whose lower half is longer than the upper one.
  • Mid-rise pants are somewhere between 20 and 30 cm, and the waistband covers the navel. It is the one we see more often, and for a good reason. It flatters every kind of silhouette.
  • High-rise trousers measure over 30 cm and their waistbands go well above the navel. These trousers are not flattering for everyone, since they flatten the bottom.
    Yet, petite women can rock them too, as they make their figure look slender and taller. Especially in combination with a cropped blazer. They are also a good choice if you have an hourglass figure; they highlight your waist and will make you look taller.
  • Trousers by their style and rise

Let our Personal Shoppers help you find the perfect style

High-rise bell-bottom trousers

High-rise bell-bottom trousers
High-rise bell-bottom trousers

The 70s still preserve their allure, even when it comes to designers like Chloé. It is a very flattering choice and will make your legs look extra long.

How do we combine them in Lookiero:

  • With ankle boots and a trench coat for a day look.
  • With a bodysuit and a biker for a night outfit.

High-rise skinny fit trousers

High-rise skinny fit trousers
High-rise skinny fit trousers

A must for every wardrobe. This item is flattering for everyone, but it’s especially effective for short women with thicker legs. If you want to look extra slender, pick ones in black.

How do we wear them in Lookiero:

Combine them with a black jumper and an oversize check blazer for a casual but chic look. To make it even better, get your patent leather ankle boots and add a splash of colour with a jumper or an accessory. The trendiest way to wear basics.

High-rise mom jeans

High-rise mom jeans
High-rise mom jeans

One of the most iconic trousers of the 90s, to the point of being worn by Lady Di herself. Their versatility is what makes them so amazing. These pants have a straight cut that doesn’t stick to the ankles and gives some volume. Thus, if you have an inverted triangular or rectangular body shape, these will flatter you the best.

How do we combine them in Lookiero:

With kitten heels and a blazer, for a fashionable and sophisticated look.

Mid-rise skinny jeans

Mid-rise skinny jeans
Mid-rise skinny jeans

If you have a proportioned silhouette, these trousers will enhance it even further. But if your body shape is triangular or an inverted triangle, you can also wear these trousers thanks to their one-size fits all effect.

How do we combine mid-rise skinny jeans in Lookiero:

The key is bringing in an oversized upper part if you have a triangle body shape. Conversely, choose a close-fitting item if your body shape is an inverted triangle. That way, you will balance your silhouette.
For a laid-back night outfit, you may wear heeled sandals, a denim shirt and a clutch bag. And, for the day, swap the sandals with trainers and the clutch bag with a shopper bag.

Mid-rise joggers

Mid-rise joggers
Mid-rise joggers

If your body shape is an inverted triangle, you are in luck. Joggers add volume to your lower half of the body, so they will feel quite flattering. If you want to add even more volume, pick light-coloured joggers. Combine them with a hoodie and dare to wear heeled sandals and a trench coat with them for a bold look.

How do we wear them in Lookiero:

We love to combine joggers with more formal items, like a blazer. You won’t believe how trendy it looks until you try it on.

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Comments
Rosa;
15 January, 2022
Muy interesante. En mi última caja me llegaron unos pantalones de tiro alto ideales para mi tipo de silueta, y me quedan como un guante. Mi ps acierta bien. Todo un acierto vuestra información ♥️👍

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