Trendspotting: Where Have all the Pants Gone?

Oct 10, 2008 @ 11:51am

hotpants at spring 09.jpgAside from the pajama inspiration at Dolce & Gabbana, there seemed to be something else a little off, like say, the fact that a number of models were missing their pants. We know everybody's been saying Spring 09's all about showing your body off, but the lack of bottom garments really takes the cake.

Especially in Milan, hot pants seemed to be Most Popular, winning over skirts / pants / dresses. This is like the bottom version of the bra-top - cool, interesting, but so unlikely to be worn in the streets, we'll be surprised if these ever hit the racks (outside of the lingerie department).

You could:

1. Wear leggings underneath, or if you're more prone to the Edie look- sheer to opaque stockings.

2. Wear a longer, butt-covering blazer / vest / sweater over them.

3. Wear it to a beach party (go-go moves not included).

Reasons it may not work: Too many to list.

-ALEXANDRA BEN-GURION

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posted by guest

Oct 10, 2008 12:26PM

I so hope this doesn't take. I don't need another reason to hit the gym, or see other people wearing this trend who should hit the gym. *fingers crossed*

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posted by guest

Oct 10, 2008 1:20PM

the pants have left along with their inner thighs

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posted by guest

Oct 10, 2008 2:13PM

This reminds me of an article that appeared in the wonderfully ridiculous NY Times Style section in which the writer walked around NY wearing hotpants from Karl's Chanel collection that spring and documented the looks and comments she got. I am pretty sure you couldn't wear this in real life unless you put on tights and head to a club. Kate's pulled it off and Sienna's tried but failed. I think I'd be afraid to try.

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posted by clever_alice

Oct 10, 2008 3:25PM

I definatly don't want the camel toe effect that pucci has going on...so no thanks

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posted by guest

Oct 11, 2008 1:08AM

designers feel the need to show off the models concave fatfree thighs. no thanks!

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posted by guest

Oct 11, 2008 4:43AM

how thoughtful of the designers for making us fashionistas so eco-friendly! since no bottoms = very very cool down there = no Air-Con! BRAVO!!!

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posted by guest

Oct 11, 2008 3:35PM

Absolutely hideous. Honestly, if a woman walked into any public place wearing these, she'd probably be asked to leave.

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posted by guest

Oct 12, 2008 4:46AM

The Max Mara outfit looks like a swimsuit with a jacket thrown over it. Is it?

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