Statement Pants: From Work To Play

CLASSIC BUTTON DOWN: Theory (very similar HERE)  |  WIDE LEG PANT: Veronica Beard  |  TRENCH COAT: Everlane  |  ANKLE STRAP SANDAL: old, similar HERE  |  UMBRELLA: J. Crew

Statement tops have been in the spotlight all season, but lately, I’ve been crushing hard on statement pants.  Now, I understand that “statement” is a pretty broad statement, so lemme just break it down here for a sec.  You can make a statement with color, print, cut, embellishments, material… with basically anything anti-status quo (ahh, the rebellion!).   The awesome thing about statement pants is the minimal effort needed to take them from work to play.  HINT: Just change your shirt!  Boom.

As you can see, these lace-up wide leg pants have quickly become a favorite, regardless of my destination. The sailor-inspired lace-up detailing and wide-leg cut make these pinstripe beauties stand out from the crowd, but both details are subtle enough to make them fully office appropriate.  Check out a few more favorite office-ready statement pants below…

WEAR-TO-WORK STATEMENT PANTS

Add a white button down and a classic trench and you have a fresh workwear ensemble.  When you’re ready for evening drinks or weekend plans, swap with an off-the-shoulder blouse and you’re ready for whatever the night may hold.

OFF THE SHOULDER TOP: Caroline Constas  |  WIDE LEG PANT: Veronica Beard  |  ANKLE STRAP SANDAL:  Banana Republic  |  CHOKER: Argento Vivo  |  DOUBLE HOOP EARRING: Lana Jewelry (similar and under $60 HERE)

Last but not least, if you want to stick to classic favorites for the office and are strictly interested in statement pants for “play”, these babies are for you…

OFF-DUTY STATEMENT PANTS

OFF THE SHOULDER TOP: Caroline Constas  |  WIDE LEG PANT: Veronica Beard  |  ANKLE STRAP SANDAL:  Banana Republic  |  CHOKER: Argento Vivo  |  DOUBLE HOOP EARRING: Lana Jewelry (similar and under $60 HERE)