Taffeta! Drawstring! Balloon! 25 Non-Denim Trousers Expected to Sell Out by July 31
Ah, summer. There are plenty of things to appreciate about this time of year, but the sweltering heat? That's not one of them, especially for those who find it hard to enjoy non-denim bottoms as much as their beloved jeans. We understand. Jeans are the perfect staple to wear for nearly any occasion until the temperature rises too high to bear wearing stiff denim. However, finding non-denim alternatives that match jeans in versatility can be just as challenging. One silver lining from the recent record-breaking heat waves has been the emergence of numerous non-denim pant trends appearing on social media and in stores. We've been covering all the trending alternatives that have come up this summer, including taffeta trousers and drawstring pants. If you haven't gotten a pair yet, consider this a sign. The trendiest ones are flying off the shelves as quickly as the temperatures rise. While you'll always have a fondness for your jeans, we think these alternative pant styles might make you appreciate—maybe even love—summer dressing a bit more.
Style Notes: An emerging non-denim trend is taffeta pants, which are gaining popularity as a significant summer style. The lightweight fabric isn't the sole reason for this trend's popularity among fashion enthusiasts, as brands like Chan Luu and Khaite have designed options in vibrant colors like pink and pistachio, along with many other trendy hues. This pant style can add a splash of color to your wardrobe and, like denim, it can enhance a basic tank top, oversized button-down shirt, or casual flip-flops.
Reformation
Olina Cropped Pant
Open Edit
Lace Trim Satin Pants
Chan Luu
Techno Dupioni Straight Leg Pants in Steel
Aflalo
Lolana Satin-Jersey Balloon Pants
Style Notes: Drawstring pants offer waist adjustability and are generally made from light fabrics such as cotton poplin and linen, ensuring your comfort. When styled with everything from boxy T-shirts and flip-flops to halter tops and heels, as well as button-down shirts and loafers, it's been demonstrated by fashion enthusiasts just how versatile these pants can be, rivaling any standard jeans.
J.Crew
Luna Pant in Cotton Poplin
Free People
Forever Young Bloomer Pants
Khaite
Rohen Satin Wide-Leg Pants in White
DONNI
The Silk Taffeta Cargo Pant
Style Notes: Balloon pants were once seen as controversial but have gained immense popularity, thanks to their appearances in collections from Chloé and Alaïa. Moreover, it's not just runway presentations that showcase their practicality as a denim alternative; fashion enthusiasts have illustrated their versatility by pairing them with silk camisoles, strappy sandals, silk tanks, sleek heels, and so on. This shows that you don't need denim to feel fashionably transcendent; balloon pants can easily serve that purpose instead.
H&M
Crinkled Balloon Trousers
High Sport
Scroll Cotton-Blend Cropped Flared Pants
Reformation
Carolina Silk Pant
The Anteros
Ledger Organic Cotton Poplin Pants
Dissh
Francis Black Cupro Balloon Pant
Style Notes: While it may be a debated opinion, nothing beats wearing a tailored pant silhouette during summer like opting for capri pants. Simply put, capri pants offer benefits that skinny jeans cannot. Shorter hemline? Check. Lightweight fabric? Check. Versatile styling? Check. These advantages have led to the rise of this pant trend on both runways and in everyday life.
STAUD
Stroll Silk-Dupioni Wide-Leg Pants
Reformation
Gale Satin Mid Rise Capri Pant
POSSE
Tabitha Lace Trim Balloon Pants
Style Notes: Gradually, we've noticed fashion enthusiasts shifting towards a more sophisticated version of board shorts, favoring surfer-inspired shorts and pants. They are embracing the sporty vibe, styling these looks with bright sneakers, team jerseys, and even swimwear. If you ask us, it's only a matter of time before this trend becomes as widespread as taffeta pants.
Made Some Sportswear
Pant
Eileen Fisher
Organic Linen Pleated Culotte
FLORE FLORE
Josephine Drawstring Organic Cotton-Poplin Straight-Leg Pants
Madewell
Short Pull-On Pants in 100% Linen
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Taffeta! Drawstring! Balloon! 25 Non-Denim Trousers Expected to Sell Out by July 31
Apologies, denim.
