Signs of Summer: Cropped Pants
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Memorial Day has traditionally marked the transition from spring fashions to full-blown summer wear. To me, this means that almost all of my long-sleeved tops, heavy jackets, and wool pants will get moved to the closet in the spare bedroom. They will be replaced in my regular closet by short-sleeved and sleeveless tops, t-shirts, shorts, and of course several pairs of cropped pants. Cropped pants are still very much in style, and are an absolute must for any woman's summer wardrobe.
One thing that I love about cropped pants is their sheer versatility and variety. They are a bit more formal than shorts, yet less formal than full-length pants. You can buy cropped pants that look very dressy, or you can go the opposite route and buy a pair that look very casual, or even whimsical. Because of this, you can wear cropped pants to almost any function that you are likely to be invited to over the summer. Top your most casual pair of cropped pants with a tank, a big floppy hat, and sunglasses for a trip to the zoo, a few hours at the ballpark, or a day-long picnic. Put on a more dressy pair and finish the look with 3/4 sleeve collared shirt or a lightweight cotton sweater for cocktails at the swanky new bar in town, a graduation party, or even for casual day at the office.
Don't forget that your shoes become an even more important accessory when you are wearing cropped pants because they are more visible. If you are going for a casual look, then flip-flops or mules would be perfect. For a dressier look, make sure you wear shoes that fit the bill, such as strappy sandals or pumps. No matter which look you go for, make sure your shoes are in very good condition. Nothing can kill an otherwise terrific outfit faster than a pair of scuffed or ratty-looking shoes.
No matter what kind of events you have planned for this summer, you can definitely find some cropped pants that will be appropriate for the occasion. From casual to dressy, you can build a great outfit around the right pair of cropped pants. Do yourself and your wardrobe a favor by stocking up on cropped pants the next time you go shopping. You'll be sure to get plenty of mileage out of them all summer long!
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