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Does it really look that bad?

128 replies

CVVFan · 16/08/2025 16:14

I quite liked these trousers but both my DM and DH they didn’t do em any favours but I still liked them! So wanted to know other opinions :)

Does it really look that bad?
Does it really look that bad?
Does it really look that bad?
OP posts:
LivingDeadGirlUK · 16/08/2025 18:31

magpie234 · 16/08/2025 17:20

Red Magazine give them the thumbs up if that helps. I think they look good! Def if you love them go for it I say.

https://www.redonline.co.uk/fashion/buyers-guide/a64476828/mint-velvet-capri-pants/

I didn't see they are meant to be capri length, try rolling up as well as a black shoe?

diddl · 16/08/2025 18:37

Possibly a size up would be better.

The people who think they don't do you any favours-what are they wearing??

Wexone · 16/08/2025 18:39

trousers are fab shoes and jacket wrong you need a different shade of shoe. and a over sized knit or blouse on top. let the trousers shine and keep rest simple

OuterSpaceCadet · 16/08/2025 18:43

I really like them and in fact used to have a very similar pair which got me loads of compliments at the time.

I know long is in fashion currently but Capri / cigarette trousers are what they are. Personally I cycle everywhere so this kind of length is great.

Skybluepinky · 16/08/2025 18:44

They don’t flatter at all, they grip to all the wrong parts, but if you are happy to wear them do so.

myplace · 16/08/2025 18:48

Missingmarbles1 · 16/08/2025 16:49

Problem is a horizontal pattern around your stomach draws the eye there and then horizontally.

There’s an optical illusion caused by the print, I think. It gives you the illusion of a wider tummy and thigh.

When you move, that won’t happen in the same way so if you like them, get them.

CVVFan · 16/08/2025 18:48

ScribblingPixie · 16/08/2025 17:52

I get why you like them, but if two people who care about you say they don't flatter you I'd listen, and look for something similar with a better fit.

That’s basically why I didn’t buy them!

OP posts:
Gladysknightjustwalkinmyshoes · 16/08/2025 19:00

You look great in them.
Not so sure about the pattern it's a bit much on the eyes.

Othersnotsomuch · 16/08/2025 19:02

CVVFan · 16/08/2025 17:33

I’m short! 1.59/ 5ft2.5

That model will be 5’10 minimum

MyAcornWood · 16/08/2025 19:05

To me, the length seems off. They’re a strange sort of middle ground, not quite cropped enough and not quite long enough to be one of the other. Otherwise I quite like them on you, but I am a fan of a bold print!

Cucy · 16/08/2025 19:11

I love them on you!

tipsyraven · 16/08/2025 19:12

It’s the length. You could have them taken up and they would look better on you.

JustGotToKeepOnKeepingOn · 16/08/2025 19:30

I like them but they do look too small.

BrendaSmall · 16/08/2025 19:32

They look a bit tight, and too short
nice trousers though if the fit looked better

IAmQuiteNiceActually · 16/08/2025 20:20

The trousers are fine but the white top is unflattering. You need a fitted black top in a thicker fabric and black wedge sandals.

Hoppinggreen · 16/08/2025 20:22

You have a lovely figure and and I can't see any sign of a tummy (not that it would matter)
I do think they look a bit short though

BatchCookBabe · 16/08/2025 20:23

They look fine on the pic of the model you posted, but they don't suit you @CVVFan Your legs are quite short, and these trousers make them look shorter, and make you appear stocky. I'm not saying you are stocky, and you have a decent figure, but these trousers do you NO favours. I hope you kept the receipt! 😬

PistachioTiramisuLimoncello · 16/08/2025 20:26

Not a flattering cut!

minipie · 16/08/2025 20:50

LivingDeadGirlUK · 16/08/2025 18:29

I think you should try them with a black shoe OP.

Just the one shoe?

pushthebuttonnn · 16/08/2025 21:19

I think they look really nice on you OP! And you have an amazing figure, if you have a belly then I must be a hippo!! 🤣

Gymbunny2025 · 16/08/2025 22:12

I like them although not quite my style. They’d look great with cashmere in the winter (so Boden!) I agree with others they look a little snug and unflattering. I like the length on you though. Prefer to the model where they are half way up her legs! If it was me I’d try on the next size up then decide.

Allseeingallknowing · 16/08/2025 22:17

tipsyraven · 16/08/2025 19:12

It’s the length. You could have them taken up and they would look better on you.

Have them taken up? They’re too short as it is!

tipsyraven · 16/08/2025 22:20

Allseeingallknowing · 16/08/2025 22:17

Have them taken up? They’re too short as it is!

They are meant to be shorter, look at the model. Op isn’t tall so they are sitting on the wrong part of her leg which look odd.

EnjoyingTheArmoire · 16/08/2025 22:27

It's the Chanel style jacket that's giving Emily Gilmore vibes I think.

MrsSkylerWhite · 16/08/2025 22:28

You look fine. The trousers don’t, sorry.