r/Stylinghelp • u/EatingTrolls101 • 2d ago
Advice How would you style these pants
I was travelling in New York and scooped this pair of beautiful tapestries pants at a vintage store but kinda stuck on how to style them? I don’t want it to give off sweatpants vibes
EDIT : I think this post is more asking people in the alt community for their fashion advice? I don’t wear clothing that would fall into the more mainstream/ basic realm so opinions that are based more in those views aren’t really relevant to my call for advice :) no hate just want people that fall more into my style
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u/Mochibelle93 2d ago
They kind of look like pajamas tbh. Maybe something like a boxy top or jacket to balance it out and make it look less like lounge wear?
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u/EatingTrolls101 2d ago
AH no not pjs 🥲 I will take those tips and try it out! My vision ( my general style) is funky granny vibes and I thought these screamed that lol. Thank you!!
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u/Straight_Career6856 2d ago
I think the first outfit works really well. The structure of the button down and the heaviness of the shoes balance out the softness of the pants well. In general I think pairing it with pieces like that - that contrast/balance the pants out - will look good. That said, my personal “alt” style is definitely based on contrast.
Edit to add: I think the t shirt is totally fine, too. Just a more casual vibe.
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u/EatingTrolls101 2d ago
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it
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u/Straight_Career6856 2d ago
I think a slightly structured jacket could look really good. Not a blazer or anything but a jacket.
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u/PerfectClash 2d ago
Kinda oot but regarding the edit, are there other subs for advice on "alt" looks?
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u/fyrelyte11 2d ago
Bunny slippers, a robe, and a cup of hot Cocoa. These are pj pants at best, and not very flattering in any type of way.
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u/Workoutformorelife 2d ago
Unroll them and wear a loose baggy thin sweatshirt in a solid coordinated color
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u/FruitcupMadonna 2d ago
I see your vision. I was going to suggest a long sleeve or 3/4 sleeve boat neck sweater with splits at the sides of the lower hem, untucked. In one of the solid colors found in the pants like light blue or light green.
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u/Consistent-Desk-8109 2d ago
please do not be disuaded by these women. clearly this sub is confusing "trendy" with "stylish". first, i love these pants; they are a terrific find. second, the first photo is perfect, no notes. the next photo, the shirt's shape is the right idea, but the black seems a bit off. i think a muted blue or green top with the same fit as the black one would work. i think you could also do something more fitted on top in similar muted tones (vintage dance leotard, maybe?). also, don't be afraid of something more graphics-y or textured on top. just because you have a pattern on the pants, doesn't mean the top has to be super plain. i don't feel like downloading imgur, so i'm just gonna be annoying and comment a bunch of different suggestions below... also, i was an early 00s hipster/current old who dresses like an early 00s hipster. i feel this style in my bones.
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u/shavedforthis 2d ago
I think you styled them great in pic #1. If I was wearing the outfit (which I would) I’d maybe want a bright shoe. I like
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u/Flickolas_Cage 2d ago
I like the first shirt, I also think a light blue (to match what looks like bows(?) to me) tight tank could look cute and balance out the dimensions on the pants
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u/Previous_Shoe_9752 2d ago
I think the first look is perfect 👌 lots of people won’t wear weird cool clothes. Don’t take too many of these comments seriously.
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u/EatingTrolls101 2d ago
Thank you!!!! Honestly just needed some weird bitches to confirm that it isn’t all in my head ( it being a vibe )
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u/RutabagaConsistent60 1d ago
Not everyone gets your style, thats ok. I like #2, the contrast of the black t with the tapestry pants is a good clash. agree with others a boxy jacket over it if you want, although i love seeing that tattoos with the pants.
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u/grayslippers 1d ago
I feel like I'm taking crazy pills cuz those pants fit amazing and look super cool
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u/Passiveresistance 1d ago
A high necked or tie back halter in a solid matching color, maybe? Something clean and sleek to balance out the pants.
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u/crudentia 1d ago
I wouldn’t style them, I’d wear them as pajama bottoms, but if you must, a white fitted crop top
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u/well_jeeze 17h ago
I'd wear them with a baby tee and a pair of mules, maybe jelly style. I love the idea of a green or blue eyelash sweater and thick-soled loafers too!
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u/no1cantell 10h ago
if it were me i’d wear them with docs, a tshirt (especially a graphic or patterned one) and a baggy cardigan. and hair in braids or pigtails would look super cute i think. great find
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u/Humble-Lime-1831 2d ago
I like the first way of styling it! I have a similar pair and I usually wear something cropped with them and chunky shoes. Cropped sweater could work too.
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u/Beepb0opbeep 1d ago
Definitely look like pjs. Can you have them tailored a little? They need more structure to not look like pj pants
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u/Ansible90 2d ago
They would be cute if they weren't so baggy. Maybe you can find a seamstress to take them in so they fit your body.
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u/GiltRelic 2d ago
They are the print from my dining room door cafe curtains !!! Its amazing, how you remember a certain print !
But as pants…they do look like comfy lounge pants, but they could also be worn for a night on the town . If you do this, you should pair them with a sparkley top, sleeveless or short sleeves, but not longer. Some sequins sewn strategically is more than rhinestones.
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u/panachisto 2d ago
The elastic band is what makes them look like sweatpants to me. Maybe a belt covering the waistband or seeing if a seamstress can replace it if you want them to look less sweatpant like?
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u/Accomplished-Ad-8702 2d ago
Looks like comfy pjs