When You Want to Wear Something Besides Regular Ol’ Jeans…

I’m a jeans girl thru and thru. I love jeans and wear them often.

But sometimes the occasion or maybe even just my mood dictates a different choice than just regular ol’ jeans…

So today, I have three alternatives for you. The first two options are actually still denim, although they don’t look like traditional denim at all. And the third option is a pair of black pants. I’m going to style each pair several different ways.

patch pocket blush pants / cropped olive wide leg pants / pleated black pants

BLUSH PATCH POCKET PANTS

Let’s kick things off with these blush patch pocket pants. They are stretchy and comfy and have a bit of a retro vibe with the front patch pockets. I’m 5’4″, and I had to cuff them for them to be cropped. They are actually a raw frayed hem, and I like that look better than having them cuffed, so I’ve decided that I’m going to cut off several inches so I can keep the frayed hem look.

The blush will work in the spring and summer too, but I actually think it’s a great neutral color with a little bit of interest. I think they look awesome styled for fall! For size reference, I’m wearing my regular size 4.

Here I went with a simple short sleeve ribbed sweater and some leopard loafers! The sweater also comes in off white and stone, which would both also look great with these blush pants. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

short sleeve rib sweater / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / patch pocket blush pants / Rothy’s leopard loafers

And if you’ve been reading here for a while, you had to know I was going to put this combo together. In fact, I’m going to show all three pairs of pants today both with the black sweater and with this tee and denim jacket combo.

white tee / Kut denim jacket options / progressive readers / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / patch pocket blush jeans / Rothy’s leopard loafers

These loafers are my newest obsession.

First of all, if you don’t know, LEOPARD IS BACK IN A BIG WAY. These Rothy’s leopard loafers are an investment for sure, but I know I’m going to wear the heck out of them, so I took the leap. True to size for me and sooooooooooooo comfy. Rothy’s are definitely known for being insanely comfortable.

Here’s what you need to know about Rothy’s:

• Fits true to size. For best fit, order your regular size.
• Soft, flexible upper.
• Dual-density insoles create an exceptionally comfortable feel.
• Gum outsoles with raised nubs for extra grip and durability.
• Machine Washable: Toss in the wash. Air dry. Wear again and again.
• Knit with Rothy’s signature thread, which is spun from recycled plastic bottles.

Click HERE to see all of the Rothy’s choices because they have lots of different colors and styles including round toe Mary Janes, square toe Mary Janes, pointy toe ballet flats, braided loafers, loafer mules, and the choices continue!

You can also see here how I cuffed my pants to get the cropped look. Yep, I’m definitely going to cut them on my own because I definitely prefer the raw hem look.

patch pocket blush pants / Rothy’s leopard loafers

Even though I’m in love with the Rothy’s, I also wanted to give another choice that’s much more economical. These leopard knit ballet flats are ONLY $14.98!!! They don’t hug your feet like the Rothy’s, but the fabric feels similar (although not as substantial and luxe). I got my regular size, and my heels slip in these, so I would suggest sizing down a 1/2. I’m returning them since I’m keeping the Rothy’s (seen above), but they are definitely an affordable option.

patch pocket blush jeans / leopard knit ballet flats

pave coil bracelet / beaded stretch bracelets

And here are a couple more outfit ideas for the pants…

floral blouse / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / pave coil bracelet / patch pocket blush jeans / cognac bag / leopard Mary Janes

 

 

 

I think I might have found one of my fall uniforms…

white tee / open front cardigan / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor beaded necklace / pave coil bracelet / patch pocket blush jeans / cognac bag / Rothy’s leopard loafers

 

CROPPED OLIVE WIDE LEG PANTS

These cropped olive pants have a wider leg than the above blush option, and they are shorter with a finished hem, but they do have the same patch pocket front. They’re 98% cotton and 2% spandex, and I love the bit of stretch they have. For size reference, I’m wearing my regular size 27.

white tee / Kut denim jacket options / progressive readers / coin toggle necklace / cropped olive wide leg pants / multicolor bead necklace / Rothy’s leopard loafers

And just like I did with the blush pants, I’ve styled them here with the short sleeve sweater and leopard loafers.

short sleeve rib sweater / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / crop olive pants / Rothy’s leopard loafers

And here are some other ways to style the olive pants…

I love them with sneakers.

white tee / v-neck cardigan / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor beaded necklace / pave coil bracelet / crop olive pants / cognac bag / sneakers

 

Stripes and leopard? I’m down.

white tee / striped cardigan / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor beaded necklace / pave coil bracelet / crop olive pants / cognac bag / Rothy’s leopard loafers

 

BLACK PLEATED CROPPED PANTS

The fact that I’m LOVING some pants from Wit and Wisdom should come as no surprise to any of you.

HOWEVER, these pants are pleated, so I was not expecting to love them at all. Because of the pleats, I didn’t think they were going to work on my body (since my tummy is my problem area). WELL, I was wrong! They are crazy comfy and quite flattering! They are a substantial ponte like fabric, but they’re a medium weight and not too heavy at all. They are crazy super soft and stretchy, but they keep their shape throughout the day. They’ve got a double bar and hook closure with a hidden button and a functional zipper, but I’m telling you, you can just pull these on if you want to! Yes, they have that much give. Most size down in these, but I’m wearing my regular size 4.

A pleated high waist elevates the style of stretchy, ankle-grazing straight-leg pants featuring ‘Ab’solution powermesh panels that mold and hold.

short sleeve rib sweater / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / Rothy’s leopard loafers

I love these pants. Color me surprised.

white tee / Kut denim jacket options / progressive readers / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / Rothy’s leopard loafers

And here are some more looks with the pants…

They would look really cute with fashion sneakers, but you could also dress them up with kitten heels. They will be great for all different sorts of occasions, including work.

lady jacket cardigan / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / pave coil bracelet / black bag / Mary Jane flats

leopard sweater / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / pave coil bracelet / black bag / Mary Jane flats

striped cardigan / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / pave coil bracelet / black bag / Rothy’s leopard loafers

 

floral blouse / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / pave coil bracelet / black bag / Mary Jane flats

lace cardigan (needs a cami under it for sure) / textured hoop earrings / coin toggle necklace / multicolor bead necklace / pleated black pants / pave coil bracelet / black bag / Rothy’s leopard loafers

 

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That’s all for today, ladies!

Do you already have options in your closet for when you don’t want to wear regular ol’ jeans? If you don’t, you should consider grabbing some for sure!

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