My #1 blog rule has always been only to feature items that I wear, use and love in my own life.
Just call me a rule breaker today because I’m posting about something that I don’t wear.
One of the most hotly debated topics among GYPO readers has been palazzo pants. There has been no piece of clothing more polarizing – you either love them or hate them. There’s no middle ground in the great palazzo pants debate.
I’ve fallen into the camp of not giving them a chance but I also pride myself on getting out of my comfort zone.
So, for the purposes of today’s post, I challenged myself to dig up ways that I could actually see myself wearing them. Here are five of my favorite ways to style palazzo pants.
1. Palazzo pants with a slouchy top and flats.
These pants are a nice alternative to boyfriend jeans. You still get the slouchy factor but the pattern adds more interest to the outfit than denim would.
2. Palazzo pants with a t-shirt and statement necklace.
Add a statement necklace to make palazzo pants into a super comfy date night appropriate look.
3. Palazzo pants with a tank, blazer and heels.
Palazzo pants for the office? Why not when you can make them look this cute and professional. Just top with a tank, blazer and matching accessories. Add heels to make legs look a mile long.
4. Palazzo pants with a denim shirt.
In all fairness, these pants taper at the ankle so they aren’t a true palazzo pant, but they make a great alternative to skinny jeans. The black and white graphic pattern is perfectly paired with a chambray button down, neutral sandals and a bright tote.
5. Palazzo pants with a tank and sandals.
If I bring myself to wear them this summer, I can definitely see them paired up like this. A simple white tank, coordinating accessories and sandals – now that’s my style!
Fit Advice: For a longer silhouette, chose a pair with a vertical pattern as opposed to horizontal. Pair them with heels to make legs appear longer. If your pair is really flowy or wide, wear them with a more fitted top to balance out the proportions.
It’s Your Turn: Which side do you fall on in the great palazzo debate? What’s your favorite way to style them?
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I FEEL PRETTY
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