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Hello dearests! I hope you’re doing more than fine on this cold and rather miserable Sunday evening! Personally, I’m feeling just a tad under the weather today. Not sure why, not sure how to fix these blues. To make matters worse, I ate a huge amount of biscuits this afternoon! Now I not only feel miserable but also guilty and fat… And you know what? It wasn’t even my fault! It all started with my desire to have a cup of coffee at 2 pm. So, I went to the kitchen, put the kettle on, opened the cupboard to get the beans and there they were! Just standing there, with their stupidly delicious chocolate cover – the biscuits! ;( I blame the weather!
Anyway, I’ve been spamming Instagram for the past few days with my fashionable check pattern pants. So, I decided to do this post today. It was supposed to go live tomorrow as I don’t feel like spamming you every day. However, I thought it would not only cheer me up, but I also might put a smile on somebody else’s face. And you never know – I might actually help some confused souls out there with their checked trousers dilemmas!
The Check Pattern Dilemma
To check or not to check? I was checking my emails when my eyes stopped on a discount alert from Nasty Gal. They were offering 25% off on everything + free delivery! You probably already know where I’m going with this, don’t you?! Yes, I ended up on their website, AGAIN! I bought a lovely red biker jacket from them just a few days prior to this visit! Anyway, I was about to click the close button as I didn’t really need any new clothes when I saw the trousers section. More specifically, I noticed the checked patterns on some of the styles. I thought they looked very chic yet casual. Now, I’ve never had checked pants and I was facing the dilemma whether or not I’m ready to embrace this check pattern trend. Consequently, I decided to give it a go. What’s the worst that could happen? If I look like something that came out of a freak show I’ll just return them!
High-waist or regular? My decision was taken, so far so good! However, I was now struggling with the conundrum of what style of checked pattern trousers to go for. Baggy, ¾, culottes, cigarette, cropped, flared – they had it all! I consider myself as a risk-taker, however, I didn’t want to go full-on risky with this bandwagon. In the end, the options were narrowed to two – high-waisted cigarette trousers or regular fit. I chose the waisted fit as the checked pants had a tailored silhouette. With this sort of silhouette, I usually go for a high-waist fit as I want to highlight my midriff. If you’re an hourglass type of gal with curves, I strongly recommend emphasising and flaunting your midsection whenever you can. That way you won’t risk looking baggy unless that’s the look you’re going for!
Checked Trousers & Ruffles
Accentuating the check pattern. When I first got my hands on the pants, I thought they looked very chic! However, I was yet to see if I could pull off the check pattern. As it turned out, I think I did just that! I wanted to focus on the pattern I went for a dark-colour-combo style. As you can see – black, grey, and their monochrome varieties are prevailing in the pictures. If you’re not a fan of dark colours, I would recommend bright warm tones! Hot red or bee-toned yellow sweaters and shirts would look great with the check pattern! Actually, I think the next time I put on the pants, I’ll be matching them with a bright red sweater! What do you think?
Focus on the details. I don’t know about, but I love details! Whether it is accessory, clothing or footwear – the details make the product! These high-waist cigarette trousers feature a set of very delicate ruffle details over the waistband. In case you’ve been living under a rock or too busy eating biscuits, ruffles have been climbing the trend mountain like Chris Sharma sets records! FYI, and mine for that matter, he’s the best rock climber in the world! Anyway, if you look closely – the black sweater I’m wearing has the same ruffle-accentuated turtleneck. Small details like this can really complement the whole outfit, don’t you think? If you can‘t get your hands on a similar knitwear or top, try a long-ruffle-sleeve coat like this one from John Lewis!
Accessorise Check Pattern Pants
A fedora hat. I’ve never worn a fedora hat before! It was one of my new-life-new-me purchases and I love it! It is super chic and elegant. I wish I could have also taken my black pair of John-Lennon-type sunnies! As a matter of fact, Vlad expressed his astonishment at how Parisian I looked. Then we both wished we could be in the French capital to enjoy a croissant or two!
Jewellery. Sadly, I decided not wear any jewellery as I wanted to focus on the checked pattern trousers. However, I would usually go for pearl-detailed earrings and a nice brooch. If you’re feeling adventurous – experiment! However, I would strongly suggest to hold back on anything gold!
Clutch. Satchels, cross-bodies, totes – whatever you fancy! Bright or dark colours – you can’t and won’t go wrong!
Do you have a pair of check pattern trousers? How do you style them?
x Mariya
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Missy May
December 17, 2017I love the effortless approach to styling. Beautiful!
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Mariya
December 17, 2017Thank you beautiful!!! x
Courtney
December 18, 2017Those pants look adorable. I love the way you styled them.
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Mariya
December 18, 2017Thank you! x
monica sors
December 18, 2017Wow this look is amazing!!!
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Mariya
December 18, 2017Thanks so much! xxx
Katelyn Chef
December 18, 2017I’ve really never worn a fedora either–but all your details pulled this outfit together–so chic!–Katelyn/ http://www.theyellowspectacles.com
Mariya
December 18, 2017Thank you so much! And thanks for stopping by! xxx
Kara Aragon
December 18, 2017I loveee your outfit. You are amazing at styling!
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Mariya
December 18, 2017Thank you so so much!!!! xxx
sepatuholig
December 19, 2017Love the pants and how you style it here!
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Sophie
December 19, 2017Your pants are great. You look so chic. Great look
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Mariya
December 19, 2017Thank you! x
Carmelatte
December 19, 2017I absolutely love your look <3
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Mariya
December 19, 2017Thank you! x
Rita Gallech
December 20, 2017Love this!
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Elegant Duchess
December 20, 2017I really like ruffle high waist trousers! they are such an effortless classy look. I love how you added a hat! fab look xx
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Mariya
December 21, 2017Thank you so much! The hat was a last minute decision but it did work out quite nicely! x
Olga
December 20, 2017You look stunning!Love those pants:-)
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Irina
December 20, 2017Great pictures! I love the outfit:)
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vanessa
December 20, 2017totally love the pants!!
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E.
December 21, 2017That look can’t be more perfect! I have a check pattern blazer and nautical cap and it is my fav print for this season.
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Yara
December 22, 2017Loved how you paired it! The bag is lovely 🙂
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Mariya
December 23, 2017Thank you!x
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December 23, 2017You are so beautiful!!
Lexi
December 23, 2017These look great on you! I think the details on the waist really help too!
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Mariya
December 23, 2017Thank you! Aren’t the ruffles just great?! x
Katya
December 23, 2017It is indeed freezing cold out there. Love your outfit especially the pants. SO fab!
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Sharon Elsie
January 9, 2018You looked gorgeous in that style, girl. Every detail you’ve added to it is just brillaint. That check pants is just beautiful because it is high waisted and fitted. Am gonna look for a similar one. Sharon Elsie | diva-in-me.com
Mariya
January 9, 2018Thank you so much Sharon! Glad I’ve helped! x
Selina
January 27, 2018I wear checked trousers all the time, the more tailored the better. Blue and grey are my favourites because I love to wear them with yellow, red or orange tops. I’ll be searching for those kind of trousers because I can never have too many pairs
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Mariya
January 27, 2018Haven’t seen blue but I’ll keep my eye on some! Good idea! x
Sharon Elsie
February 21, 2018I think you looked absolutely gorgeous, girl. That checked high waisted pants is really pretty and you styled it perfectly well. Beautiful look altogether. Sharon Elsie | diva-in-me.com