DIY Cropped Pants

I love it when all you have to do to be “on fleek” is grab an old pair of jeans and fabric scissors.  Cropped pants were trending among fashion folks during Spring Fashion Week 2016. (See link for pics. Pants shown with flats, heels, booties, boots, etc.) I was also thrilled to see that wide leg pants are coming back! (See how to wear flare and wide leg pants here.)

These bootcut jeans were sitting in the “to donate” bag, but I decided to crop them last minute. I thought the “distressed” stringy look was especially convenient, no hemming required-just snip!  Play around with the length before you get too scissor happy. I recommend having a friend help you pin up the hem before you cut to make sure it’s the best length for you.

I love this outfit, especially the sailor inspired top. My mom bought it for me last year at Ann Taylor Loft, but I stored it in the closet because my toddler kept pulling on the ties. This year he hasn’t been tempted to play with them, so I get to wear it.

I’ve always wanted a black quilted bag-so Coco Chanel, so Jackie O, so Audrey Hepburn – back when all women dressed classier. As much as I love French inspired style, no self-respecting French woman would never, ever, ever carry this second generation, hand-me-down, knock-off. HA! Good thing I live in California, the land of fruits, nuts, and posers.

This cropped look is great because you can wear it in winter and spring…making it ideal for now.

Shop This Look
INC Boot Cut Jeans (full length): here
Tie Neck Top: similar, here
Merona Peep Toe Wedge Heels: similar, here
Quilted Handbag:  similar, here

This post is part of a link up with: #FashionFriday with Musings of a Housewife, All Things Chic, Mom Generations, Julieverse, Lady and the Blog, and Mommies with Style

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