How to Turn Pants Black Tie Appropriate
Celebs at the Met Gala on Monday might have worn more sheer and (let’s face it) naked dresses on the red carpet than I would have liked (here’s looking at you Kim K., J.Lo, and Beyoncé!). The looks that really stood out to me were the ones that featured pants! Inspired by Diane Kruger, Edie Campbell, and Cara Delevingne, here are my picks for the best pants to wear for a black tie or cocktail event. Hopefully we’ll see more of this chicness next week when the Cannes Film Festival officially kicks off in France.
The white detail on this otherwise classic black pantsuit is what makes the look very of the moment. If you’re going for bold, wear nothing underneath save for a thin gold chain. Ooh la la! (That’s French for sexy.)
Neil Barrett Tuxedo jacket, $1940, intermix.com
Neil Barrett Plisse Waistband Tuxedo Trouser, $820, intermix.com
Gianvito Rossi Mesh Point-Toe Pump, $2395, Bergdorfgoodman.com
Nasty Gal Bag Snob Jewel Box Crossbody, $68, nastygal.com
Baublebar Pavé Moondrop Pendant, $38, baublebar.com
Dress up a classic pair of black trousers with color! Here, the look has been paired with a striped crop top for a youthful feel and bright accessories to match.
Zara Crepe Drapey Wide Trousers, $59.90, zara.com
Satin Stripe Wrap Back Crop Top, $68, topshop.com
Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandal in Jade Suede, $398, stuartweitzman.com
Jade Jagger Nephrite 18K Gold Bangle, $3345, shoplatitude.com
Jade Jagger Sapphire Neverending Gold Earrings, $2865, shoplatitude.com
Diane Kruger’s Chanel Haute Couture ensemble was a pitch perfect example of how to look modern in pants for evening. These light-colored pants by Haider Ackermann will work especially well if paired with a standout top like this architectural ruffled jacket
Haider Ackermann Paneled Silk Wide-Leg pants, $1169, matchesfashion.com
Haider Ackermann Multi-layered Cropped Jacket, $2,385, farfetch.com
Amen Deep V Back Camisole, $75.28, farfetch.com
Gianvito Rossi Triple-Strap Sandals, $995, barneys.com
Kotur Taylor Flower Studs, $750, koturltd.com
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