Elizabeth Suzann Florence pants in Silk | Medium, short (gift for review from Elizabeth Suzann)
Everlane muscle tank | medium (made in the US)
Beek Finch sandals | size 8, trure to size and SOOOO good
Kara midi tie tote (black) | “nude” at Kara
Reader Christine M asked me to share a picture of the Elizabeth Suzann Florence silk pants, even though I mentioned that they didn’t fit me well (too tight at the hips). Always one to oblige reader requests, I tried the pants on again, more earnestly this time, and obviously, they grew on me; I wore them ALL weekend.
I do wear them a little lower than at my natural waist, because if I pull them up, they do look a little ridiculous, and they’re quite short. That’s my body type though, which is why I didn’t really like the pants on me at first. That, and I still have that voice in my head that says I can’t wear ankle-length wide leg pants because they make me look wide(r) and short(er). Exhibit A:
They don’t do me any favors, really, in terms of being “flattering,” compared to slimmer pants and a more fitted look overall, but when have I ever let that stop me?? And in a very interesting turn of events, my husband actually LIKES this outfit on me, which never happens. I think it’s because it’s super-chic and “grown-up” looking – and there’s no jersey fabric to be found LOL. The silk also takes the outfit up a notch, as it were. Little does anyone know, I literally feel like I’m not wearing anything, or at the most maybe like I’m wearing pajamas; this outfit is so ridiculously comfortable.
And the silk is a lot less intimidating than I thought it would be, once I started wearing the pants. At my friends on Saturday night I sat on the floor, with my feet under me, crossed, every which way, and never felt scared of ruining my pants. And when I got up, they still looked beautiful and smooth, like I just put them on. I’m a convert.
Getting back to the fit though – If I wear them at my natural waist, they’re not as comfortable (they’re tight), but if I pull them down 1.5 inches, they fit better, feel better and look better in my opinion. I’ve always had to do that though, with wide leg pants, because of my small, high waist, and wider hips/thighs. And I had no idea, but silk does “give” a little with wear, so they became even more comfortable and loose with wear. They didn’t stretch, really, but they did loosen up, if that makes sense, so I don’t think I’d want to go up a size, because then there would be just too much fabric for my short legs.
I’m so excited to have had the opportunity to try these (thanks Elizabeth Suzann!!) and now, have no idea how I could have ever lived with a pair of silk pants. Do you have silk pants? Do you have a pair of Florence pants? They also come in linen, which would be wonderful too, but I really love the silk, as a more season-less pair of easy pants.
And now let me say something about the Everlane muscle tank: I ordered a few tanks from Everlane recently to review, since I really hadn’t tried any besides the ‘regular’ Ryan tank (which I love and wear all the time). The muscle tank is a medium, and I wouldn’t want a smaller size (hips), but it’s too big under the arms/at the bust as you can see. As I did with the Everlane linen tank, I could have it taken in just a bit there under the arms, but I’ve never done that with a t-shirt, and I’m not sure how well it would turn out. I might try a small, and/or I might try and dry it, and see what happens, but generally, I love the tank, and how it nicely skims over my hips, although obviously it could be better at the bust.
What I wore Saturday to lunch – w/old James Perse slub button front top & Vince sneakers
via Instagram : to a friends Saturday night to watch Outlander (!!) – with Acne Studios sweater & Everlane Ryan tank
Good Morning
You look pretty in all of those.
I was drawn to that bag and looked for a mention of it.
I am irritated with the land of bags lately, if I spend that much I want lining and a pocket or two.
What is up with that?
Have a great day,
E
thank you!
i didn’t want to throw too many reviews into one post, so i decided to hold off on discussing the bag too much! i got it with my shopbop order late last week, and i really like it: i wanted a tote that was more structured than the ones I have now, maybe a little smaller, and a nice “nude” color. this one does have two inside pockets, which is really nice, and it’s big and open on the inside since the pockets are part of the sides, if that makes sense.
it’s easiest to carry it like a tote, or in my elbow, because it’s quite bulky to carry under my arm, and when/if i do carry at at my shoulder, if i bend over at all, everything from the side pockets start to fall out.
overall, though, i really like it, the leather is nice and sturdy, and very pretty. and the style is clean/minimal, just like i like it 🙂
oh, no lining though. which doesn’t bother me anymore. i like it actually, sort of lends a certain un-fussiness to the bag.
Grechen, what if you exchanged for size L regular? that would work, no? It is a great pant to have for travel and can be dressed up for going out too. Like your bag. I have Kara bucket bag in plum and the quality is top notch, amazing attention to detail.
I love how the pants look on you! I ordered them a couple of months ago, and while I loved the fabric, the cut just looked terrible on me. I didn’t realize that they were that fitted in the hip area.
For a formal look, I’m sure they are perfect combined with a with a short, fitted blazer. Or with heeled sandals for a “showing off the ankles” look. Or with white Supergas. Options, options, options! 😉
Grechen, I love love love (did I say love?) the pants on you, especially in “exhibit A” version. Beautiful silhouette, fresh, simple yet dressy outfit.
I love the sandals as well, I had almost exactly the same style from Cydewoq (amazing craftsmanship) but unfortunately because of bias cut leather they push my feet out of the insole, so my heels where always on the edge of the inner or outer edge of the insole (if that makes any sense:-D
thank you 🙂
i’ve wanted a pair of cydwoq sandals forever, and these are very similar to a pair of theirs I love, which is partially why I got them. i only tried on a cydwoq pair once, and they were heavenly. but that’s interesting about your heel, since i did sort of always wonder about that! they do seem to be cut sort of narrow/weird. these sandals are incredibly well made, and VERY sturdy. they mold to my foot nicely also. sooo comfortable.
thank you!! yes, these pants would work nicely with almost anything, really. i love them with my sneakers, and with my sandals. they’d be great for a casual work environment also. tons of options!! and yes, it was a little surprising that they were snug-ish in the hip area, i wasn’t expecting that. but i prefer them sitting a little lower on me anyway, which works out fine 😉
i thought about that, but i think there would then be too much material for my legs/hips; there’s such a fine line with me LOL
I agree that your outfit in this post is very flattering. Perhaps it wouldn’t work with these pants, but I imagine that a high-waisted, widelegged pant, either cropped or long, would look amazing on you with a more tailored, tucked in top, too. Or maybe you could try a shirt tied at the waist, over a t-shirt or tank to fill the gap between the shirt and where you like the pants to sit? To my eye, your outfits have been more fitted, and shown a bit more skin lately (warmer weather!), and all have been really lovely on you.
the insoles of the Cydewoq sandals were quite wide, it was the diagonal wide strap across the foot which pushed my foot outside of the insole and after 5 years of putting up with it I let them go.
yours are perfection!
Yessssssssss! Thank you! 🙂
I think I will be ordering these – probably in the same size and color – and I would definitely wear them lower, the way you describe. This was SO helpful. I love the last outfit best. I’m happy my request gave you the little push that you needed 😉
No, Christine, thank YOU!! 🙂
I’m so glad I tried them again! And I wouldn’t have if you hadn’t asked….
Well you’re welcome, then! 🙂
It makes such a huge difference to see these clothes on a real person, to see you mix them up them with other pieces by different designers and hear whether they passed the real-world test. That they look fab with the sneakers and flat sandals (which is pretty much how I would wear them as well) is icing on the cupcake.
Grechen – I love the pants (and outfit) on you – especially the first and 3rd outfits.
I love Elizabeth Suzann although have not ordered anything (gulp – low Canadian dollar makes the clothing 25% more expensive).
thank you chris!
her pieces are beautiful, and right up your alley, i think 🙂
You look REALLY nice in those pants! I love how wide cropped pants automatically style up any outfit and I honestly think they look super flattering on you (especially the last look with the Acne sweater).
A) Totally loving the ES outfit with the silk pants…fit looks perfect, and sure! You can take in a tee shirt under the arms! I would.
B) love the other pieces you paired with the pants…esp the Acne sweater. You’re convincing me I need flowy silk pants!
C) Ignore what your head is telling you. Listen to your heart. 😉
These pants look beautiful on you for sure. I’ve always loved wide-leg pants, and these are so great! The fabric looks amazing even in pictures. I am not sure though that I’m convinced by the cropped wide leg styles that are so popular these days. They don’t look too cropped on you, but still, I think I’d be annoyed with them myself. But then I always take a long time to embrace a new trend.
Wondering how you fared with the new version of the Clyde pants? I got my Cecilia’s but as I had feared, they are not narrow enough in the calf. I envisioned them more as cigarette pants. This silhouette is interesting, and something I’d like to try although I’m not sure I’m ready to wait another three weeks just to try on something that I probably won’t find flattering!
Late comment but wanted to say I loved this outfit. I was looking for review on these pants and came across your post. I have a pair of 80s DKNY shiny silk pants very similar in cut and I love them. I think this material would be much more versatile which is why I was looking at the ES pants. I wear them in simile styles to how you posted and they are great for travel. I recently brought them on a 10 day business and pleasure trip and they worked for fancy and fun but not business which is why I thought a more matte silk would be better!!
So funny you’re posting this now! I’m going to Florida for the weekend And wearing these on the plane. It’s like wearing pajamas 🙂 I agree with you on the matte silk- very versatile!