They're called paperbag pants because of how they look — wide at the bottom and cinched at the top. Think of them as an upgraded version of the sweatpants. They still give you the comfort you've now been used to, but they can be dressed up with a pair of heels or down with some boots or loafers.
What is a paper bag pants?
Paperbag-waist pants are high-waisted pants and when gathered at the waist have some fabric coming out at the top above the cinched area
What is a paper bag style?
Paper bag pants are pants that have extra fabric above the waistline. Taken literally, it is as if you grabbed a paper bag with something inside to close it at the top (I picture a bottle of wine) and there is extra paper ruffling out at the top.
What body type can wear Paperbag pants?
In particular, they work best on shapes with a defined waist, such as an hourglass or pear. You may want to avoid paperbag waist pants if you carry most of your weight in your midsection or lack a defined waist. For example, apple and rectangle body shapes may find the style less flattering.
Are paperbag trousers flattering?
If you are thin and have long legs paper bag pants can be incredibly flattering because they define the waist. You are going to want to wear a fitted top or tee to make the most of the waist-showcasing effect by choosing a snug top that's tucked in to balance these voluminous pants.
What does paperbag waist mean?
"To be considered a paperbag waist, it has to be high-waisted," says Rinker. "It has to be gathered at some area and have some fabric coming out the top, above the cinched area." Makes sense. "You need to do either a crop top or something very fitted," she says.
What is a paper bag pant?
Paper bag pants are pants that have extra fabric above the waistline. Paper bag waist pants often come with a belt or sash to create the effect. Or they have belt loops so you can cinch them at the waist with your own belt.
What do you wear with a paper bag waist?
- For a casual look, a fitted tee shirt or tank top work best with your paperbag waist pants.
- For a dressed up look, wear the pants with a fitted button-down blouse for an office-appropriate outfit.
- A fitted sweater can work for a casual or an office look depending on the style of the pants.