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A Little Sheep Told Me: Get Loose
AR T S & CU LT U RE
ANGIE SHEEP
Arts & Culture Editor
This winter may seem like a never-ending
story but Fashion Week waits for no one. Despite
the cruel weather, designers are rolling out their
best spring collections. This year, looseness
seems to be the overarching theme on all the
runways. Form-fitting silhouettes will still play
a huge role in spring and summer, but the new,
relaxed trend is a close contender. And, the focus
is on loose trousers.
Despite the growing popularity of the flowy
fashion, I remain skeptical of its permanence
and acceptance in the general population. Sure,
it looks stunning and chic on the runways –
largely due to the money, time and efforts spent
to ensure every detail looks impeccable – but I
question its malleability to everyday wear. Some
trends, like big, voluminous pants, are simply
not suitable for everyone. However, I wanted to
be wrong. So I went to the web-sphere for some
advice on how to make this challenging style
work.
The Defined Waist
These billowing pants have been around for eras,
making them a respectable classic. With the
right pairings, as I found out, the style can be
suited to anyone. The most important thing to
look for is a defined waist. This adds form to the
incredible volume and distinguishes your legs
from your top.
Fitting Top
One advice that holds true across all fashion
trends is the signif