Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. From shop SchauplatzVintageusa, $145.00 Original Price $116.20 Cant forget the Teen-aged denim, which are the widest jeans I own. In 2020 alone, purchases on Etsy generated nearly $4 billion in income for small businesses. Someone told me I look like a homeless man. My Hertling pants skirt the line between straight and wide. Does shopping on Etsy help support small businesses? WearingMeOutVtg It got me through a lot of my menswear journey, being a healthy straight leg that made me look proportional. From shop Tracstore, Sale Price $76.00 From shop BlissMuseum, $40.18 And if they can do it out in Japan, London, or at Pitti Uomo, then I can do it too! Dont get me wrong- the slim-straight tailored lines within most of menswear (Drakes, Ring Jacket, and Anglo-Italian come to mind) are nice for a presenting an every man look that is still sharp. Obviously theyre much more comfortable; I dont understand how guyswantto feel fabric on their thighs and calves, especially if its a warmer fabric like flannel. From shop 2lewa, ad by JJsClosetFinds I still tapered my trousers but it certainly wasnt as bad as when I first started. 2lewa I cant think of anything that riles up stuffy menswear guys (and even lurkers on Twitter or Reddit) like wide legged pants. From shop OuroborosBoutique, $35.00 Saying no will not stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. That air-flow aspect probably lends the wide leg fit in casual wear to be better used in spring-summer outfits (its currently a heatwave in SoCal), but Im sure that I could find some way to do it later in the year. I already had the spearpoint collars , vintage foulard ties, and the high waist. BellaRetro Tailor extraordinaire John Robinson wearing some wide leg canvas pants he made himself. FREE shipping, ad by CarnivalOfTheManiac Ill have to update this essay accordingly. Ad from shop fashionrework AncientGoodies Typically, orders of $35 USD or more (within the same shop) qualify for free standard shipping from participating Etsy sellers. My off-white Palm Beach suit and the the grey 1940s gab suit above (both with 9.5 legs) come to mind. Before we get into wide leg pants in tailoring, we must talk about it in casual wear. Ad from shop AncientGoodies The pajama connotation is most apparent with easy pants, which have been being increasing popular (probably toe-to-toe with wide leg chinos) in the menswear crowd. From shop AnastasiaStarCloset, $90.00 From shop ArtOfVintageShoppe, ad by fashionrework I love a DB with wide legs since the closed quarters help add to the visual interest of the trouser silhouette. Its a bit punk and indie, the latter term being increasingly popular according to my Tiktok, but I certainly feel the allure. Copyright Ad from shop zwzzy I wrote this essay in August, but we made it the subject of a podcast episode in October. FREE shipping, ad by OuroborosBoutique I wore shit like this to counteract the fact that I liked wearing vintage wide fits. From shop deanandbergan, $128.00 The seller might still be able to personalize your item. $76.00, $95.00 I just cant wait for the day Ill get to do this at Pitti for the world to see. Its even fucked up the term tailoring, not only becoming a synonym for slim fit but now has turned every visit to a tailor into a make it tighter appointment. Its different for sure, but not as bold as wearing a heavily padded period suit. Im pretty confident in my aesthetic choices, mainly so I dont have to feel ashamed for my bold pieces. Wide fit has been coming back into vogue for a little bit, no doubt driven by the rise in Asian aesthetics, coupled by an increasing interest in androgynous/shapeless fashion and the rising influence of street/skate wear. Ad from shop CarnivalOfTheManiac A wide legged trouser also allows you to get the trousers closer to the shoe without breaking, making for a very clean look especially when anchored by a hearty turn up. BLKGLOW Apart from being somethingintentionaland different than dressing to fit in, I also find it comfortable and flattering! We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Everything else, whether its an OCBD or a sportshirt, is usually done untucked, turning it into a shirt-jacket of sorts. Ad from shop SchauplatzVintageusa The answer was yes. As a result, Ive been around wide legs for nearly all of my menswear journey. Luckily, I was not the only one who was doing it, as Arnold Wong, Peter Zottolo, and Ethan Newton were among the small minority of guys rocking a wide leg with their bespoke jackets. EliezerVintage Contrary to popular belief, those extremely wide trousers were a temporary fad, though perhaps they influenced the widening of trousers through the 1920s. Wearing wide trousers also provides a easy avenue for doing a period or vintage inspired look within classic menswear! I also just dont like the idea of a soft jacket (with a fuller/not-slim cut) against slim pants. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. (20% off), ad by SchauplatzVintageusa Choose the options youd like for the order. This is a sentiment Ive talked about in a few blog posts, like my Ascot Chang suit or my MTO pants from Hertling. From shop fashionrework, $185.00 Ive worn slim fit too and theyre just not that comfortable! I never liked trying to be safe andcentrist. FREE shipping, ad by zwzzy | a little bit of rest. My 1940s gabardine suit that I ripped the shoulder pads out of. Id also say that these brands were already endorsed by a few posters in MaleFashionAdvice, where the vibe isnt exactly tailored but not overly streetwear either. Both are great, with the latter being the widest of the two (8.5 vs 8.75-ish), but I definitely think Id be even happier if they had leg openings of over 9. 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After the explosion of #menswear and the spread of menswear bloggers all saying that slim fit is superior, I cant imagine that any young person first listening to the Smiths or perhaps even 100 gecs would want to wear the slim fit pants of a yuppie business major. It results not only in comfortable clothing but in a playful vibe that harkens to the pastand what is currently happening in the wider world of mens fashion. To me, a wide leg pant is something that has a leg opening larger than 8.5-8.75, which was my standard width for a long time. People were beginning to see the visual interest and comfort; they werent scared of the vintage connotations and perhaps were embracing it ever so slightly. ShopMichelleRose Whether it was summer suits, flannel odd trousers, or gab slacks with gab shirts, it all looked so easy. Getting into those other styles where wide fit reigns supreme (think of those fun pants), it really got me thinking as to why I was so scared to use it specifically with ties and sportcoats. Scott Fraser Simpson is also a similar brand that that does a wide leg fit for flow-y casual wear that has a vintage 40s-60s spin. Great! A fusion of tradition, modernity and surroundings. For a while after that (the journey was documented in mid 2018), I thought I had found my perfect trouser width. Peter in pants made by Antonio Ciongoli (pre-18East). From shop LyndaValuableVintage, ad by PenelopesBoutiqueCA Our global marketplace is a vibrant community of real people connecting over special goods. We also created 2.6 million jobs in the U.S.enough to employ the entire city of Houston, TX! 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Ad from shop BlueLadyCouture Ad from shop McCullenStudio FREE shipping, ad by McCullenStudio I just cant imagine feeling relaxed while wearing slim fit! I have yet to try an actual wide leg pair however, standing at 56. Even the classic menswear crowd is not immune to this trend. Ad from shop LyndaValuableVintage SunnySideCouture This is why a wide leg is great. One such example is Arnold Wong, who routinely commissions bespoke suits with wide legged trousers that literally look like theyve been pulled out of a 1940s Apparel Arts catalog. I think that Im in the minority when I say that I got into clothing simply in pursuit of a vintage aesthetic, but that dedication to it really resulted in how Ive crafted my own unique style. Now contrary to popular belief, I dont have many wide legged trousers, at least for tailoring (and not casual wear). From the 70s essay. I also retained the wide fit on this 42 1940s style flannel suit. FREE shipping, ad by mamaleanne22 ad by MorningGlorious Yes! Ive been wearing them quite a bit lately! From shop TheVault1969, $148.00 Vintage Menswear guys also have an aversion to loafers, so my interest in it may just be my subversiveness coming out. RevivalVintageUK You could even think of the wide-fit as inherently being subversive and intentional dressing is one of the marks of a person on their way to Fashion Nirvana. I mean, seeing a guy wearing what can be described as elevated pajamas or dad shorts will not look trussed up in the slightest. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Only this time, Id lean even further into the vintage flair with my spearpoint collars and vintage ties! Even if my outfits do take inspiration from those things, the execution comes off as slightly different. Ive been buying Polos old chinos from ebay, Andrew and Hammond are nice wide models. Good news! Its funny to see how often this blog circles around back to the things that got me into menswear to begin with. And yes, I know it was a thing in the 1920s and 1960s. Soon I began to see the wider world adopt the wide leg, whether it was in street/skate style, the renewed interest in workwear/milsurp, or the slouchy Tailoring Adjacent look made by a new crop of designers. We do this with marketing and advertising partners (who may have their own information theyve collected). VictoriaHaitoglou From shop BLKGLOW, $178.00 You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. Ad from shop JJsClosetFinds FREE shipping, ad by ArtOfVintageShoppe The wide legs work great with boots! PublicCoutureLtd All that needed to change was the width of the trousers. Now youve probably already read this long essay where I basically go through my trouser fit journey. Commerce lectronique propuls par Shopify. Its almost always casual, as many men still have an aversion to wide suits, but hey, if thats what it takes, then Im here for it. It shows that you have mastery over your silhouette and are choosing to do something non-traditional (even if its an old look). These are third party technologies used for things like interest based Etsy ads. After years of avoiding wide fit trousers to negate the unfortunate connotations of my past collecting period menswear, Ive finally come to terms that it is something I enjoy and is a big part of my style. I have large behind and it has been difficult to find trousers with enough space in the back. From shop StagVintageGoods, Sale Price $32.00 And so, I had what I considered a classic, versatile leg opening that was fine. We are leaving to the Expo in CHINA, so it's time to pack the bags to bring a little bit of La Rioja and our house on the other side of the world. The jacket is my linen brown checked jacket, which really has become my ultimate summer sportcoat, working well with striped shirts and patterned ties. Please for proper display of our website you should enable it or use another browser that supports it. Maxmouder. (LogOut/ Theres even a meme for when girls wear it (Im totally into it), which even calls attention to the proportions of the wide pants offset by their top. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Ive been doing it much more now than ever before, becoming a true theme for my casual style. Your opinion on jeans-shorts, the jorts? Ad from shop VictoriaHaitoglou Due to the draw string waist, I dont really tuck shirts unless theyre tees. Javascript is not enabled on your browser. AnastasiaStarCloset Its almost like I was going full circle, back to where I first started my menswear journey! Ad from shop Tophatmercantile The ensemble literally looks like its been ripped out of a 1930s Apparel Arts spread, perhaps from one covering Europe due the inclusion of the beret.Obviously, the true vintage trousers and pinned spearpoint shirt probably help, but the vibe is still immaculate. With powerful tools and services, along with expert support and education, we help creative entrepreneurs start, manage, and scale their businesses. OuroborosBoutique Tophatmercantile From shop PopFizzVintage, ad by Tracstore LyndaValuableVintage In any case, it really does look like a modern interpretation of the 1930s-1940s that is still perfectly wearable in the modern day. Ad from shop shopdaisyavenue remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy. Im not going to throw away my old pants, as I still like doing more trad-ivy looks, but its something for me to consider moving forward! This use of a wide leg and a soft jacket was the welcome inspiration and update needed to bring my interest in 1930s-1940s style into the contemporary menswear world. A suit with loose trousers ordered from Natty Adams. Ad from shop TheVault1969 FREE shipping, ad by RevivalVintageUK From shop PiccobelloVintage, Sale Price $46.27 Even a wide legged jean has a different vibe than the slim-straight ones most guys wear. Perhaps it was time to come full circle and truly become the modern interpretation of 1930s tailoring I had always positioned myself to be. FREE shipping, ad by VictoriaHaitoglou It has a relaxed fit and aesthetic that looks stylish without being formal or too far into workwear/milsurp, which is probably why its gaining traction in non-specifically classic menswear circles, though there is quite a bit of spillover. From shop RevivalVintageUK, ad by UNTAL I love how consistent hes been with it. From shop McCullenStudio, ad by shopdaisyavenue From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. I got two pairs of Uniqlo U:s wide-fit linen-cotton trousers from the spring collection which are also great. Visually, a wide leg just creates a easy vibe that others can immediately latch on to. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Palm Beach suit with the Anthology knitted tee! As I stated earlier in the article, the full leg isnt really popular among classic menswear enthusiasts with a few still rallying against it. Please. SchauplatzVintageusa BlueLadyCouture As a result, I worevery skinnypants for a long time until getting more into the classic menswear community showed me that a bit of room is always nice. Not only does it cut away from the slim-fit J. Crew/H&M aesthetic that we see almost everyday on a #menswear IG account, but it also just appears to be relaxed. Embracing the wide leg in casual wear has certainly been something that Ive been into, just because for most of classic menswear, the default casual outfit is some form of ivy or Italian Riviera. From shop MorningGlorious, $53.00 Most tapered trousers require a higher hem, so that they can lay cleanly without breaking and crinkling; I dont like that. However, its because of the fact that it is an every man look which results in me not really batting an eye at it. Even my pal Andy is getting on the wide leg/soft shoulder aesthetic. FREE shipping, ad by BlueLadyCouture Autol - Calahorra Motorway (LR-282) Km 7,Calahorra (La Rioja) - info@torremaciel.com - +34 941163021 - +34 941163493. McCullenStudio Ad from shop ShopMichelleRose Dont see this option? If the whole outfit is slouchy, then youll look and feel slouchy. Obviously, Ive been rallying against this for a long time- one of my first blog posts posited the notion that vintage aesthetics werent baggy but simply straight leg. You gotta love that straight line and incredible drape! Why wouldnt you want to look and feel good simultaneously? Ad from shop WearingMeOutVtg Ad from shop Tracstore The general silhouette of the Golden Era of the 1930s-1940s that followed was a broad shoulder, a high nipped waist, and broad legs in order to provide a traditional masculine look that still looked elegant and easy. This makes it quite similar to how I approach the School Boy look. But after being exposed to places like the Armoury and B&Tailor where the trouser leg was somewhere between modern and Golden Era, I began to embrace a wider leg. From shop OfSeaAndStars, $50.00 Of course, doing the wide leg in classic tailoring is a slightly different story. From shop shopdaisyavenue, ad by PiccobelloVintage PopFizzVintage Bringing that flair with my existing pieces to produce Casual Ethan was fun and certainly unlocked something with in me. Ad from shop deanandbergan From shop BellaRetro, $66.95 From shop JJsClosetFinds, $80.00 Its really just wearing a blazer with a tee shrit and wide leg pants. Si quieres estar al da y conocer todas las noticias y promociones de Bodegas Torremaciel. $46.27, $66.10 mamaleanne22 Just ordered a pair of wide leg from casatlantic would appreciate your expertise. My dilemma is this, does height matter? Under Add your personalization, the text box will tell you what the seller needs to know. Ad from shop VintageCalling FREE shipping, ad by EliezerVintage Its very similar to my theory of alternatives that guide my Casual Ethan outfits. From shop Tophatmercantile, $225.00 Mixing casual and formal here. (LogOut/ Original Price $40.00 Looking relaxed and easy in tailoring is a hard feat for many guys. The jacket is a great match not only for my spearpoint shirt, but for these wide gabardine trousers, separated from an odd suit. . You shouldnt be surprised that I look best in a brown jacket and grey pants. To give them credit, its probably two things (that are deeply related to each other): a reaction against the baggy fits of the 90s and the fact that for the past 20 years slim fit has defined what a well-dressed man wears. The only difference is that now youre wearing a jacket and tie. Even when you look to the past, the guys back then look better in their wider fit suits than your typical slim blue suit+tan shoe guy. Somethings have never changed, like my love of spearpoint collars, but others required quite a few years to build up confidence. zwzzy VintageCalling More air means less sweat which in turn, only lets me feel more relaxed and comfortable. Rolled cuffs or proper turn ups are nice, but I prefer it with a plain hem that is cropped slightly, just to lean into how easy you can wear them.
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