Banana pants
One of the most current trends in modern fashion is banana pants. They fit perfectly on almost any figure, but it is not easy to combine them with other elements of the wardrobe. Who would have thought that a century ago they were the subject of the uniform of jazz performers. The outfit was complemented by jackets with wide shoulders, pointed shoes. Today, fashion has changed dramatically: color and fabric solutions, styles and decorations have become richer.
"Bananas" are distinguished by a high waist, flirty folds in the abdomen, slanting pockets, the presence of a cuff, lapel or elastic band on the ankle.
Having gone through a lot of experiments since the 80s of the last century, these trousers hang exclusively in women's wardrobes, bypassing men's. A slight tapering to the bottom, wide legs at the hips, a demonstration of a sexy ankle or upper part of the foot - these are the main distinguishing features of the "bananas". Their main advantage was versatility. With the help of trousers, graceful, elegant and informal looks are created.
Who are suitable?
The pants will look win-win on owners of slender figures with a height of 165 cm or more. Stylists recommend everyone who is shorter to use the "magic" of the heel, which will not allow you to visually reduce the length of the leg, violate the proportions of the body.For magnificent forms, you can look at a shortened jacket, an elongated cardigan. Tall and stately girls will be able to show off in flat shoes, like moccasins, slip-ons, loafers, oxfords or ballet flats.
"Bananas" will perfectly hide the shortcomings of wide hips, "hide" their volume with the help of numerous folds on the belt and a free cut. For full girls, it is important to play on the color palette.
Use competent contrasts and fashionable monochrome, which this season focus on attractive shapes, slimming. Choose dark colors of pants with a maximum length for the selected style.
They are also suitable for expectant mothers, girls with imperfect abs, waist. A high waist will successfully hide a growing belly. Look for natural fabrics with the addition of synthetic fibers that will not cause discomfort during movements.
Summer banana pants
All collections of summer "bananas" by Ana Sousa, Donna Karan, Michael Kors look bright and impressive. They look most natural in the performance of light fabrics: linen, chiffon, cotton, cotton, denim. For the summer, complex styles with a large volume are intended, which are easy to combine with colored blouses, strict tucked shirts, T-shirts with openwork or guipure inserts.
What style are banana pants?
With the help of "bananas" it's so easy to model different styles:
- military,
- sport chic,
- urban, casual, loft,
- boho chic or french chic
- classic and business
- grunge, etc.
The slimness of the waist is emphasized by the combination of cropped trousers with a blouse or sleeveless shirt. For special occasions, "arm yourself" with pants with a slightly low waist, bustier tops or corsets.Vulgar "bananas" will never look with T-shirts of any cut. Silk, cotton, crepe-chiffon, satin, viscose models can be worn at a party, a nightclub, a visit, a meeting of classmates, etc.
Complete your dressy style with a 3/4-sleeve blazer or blazer.
Romantic style obliges to have a sophisticated bolero or cardigan in neutral or pastel colors in the chiffonier. Sporty style can not do without a bright olympic shirt, T-shirts with a polo collar or a lowered shoulder line.
The urban look is complemented by stylish argyle diamond-patterned jackets, leather jackets or a cashmere cropped coat. Must have of the season - brown, beige, denim "bananas", as well as products with an unusual pattern. Expert fashion designers advise you to look at corduroy, cotton trousers with a cuff around the ankle. This is a universal model with which an attractive image is created in any style.
Popular Models
Banana trousers are an integral part of everyday exits. They come in several styles, colors and styles. Pants look elegant, narrowed from the knee, restrained and sophisticated - with cuffs, frankly and sexy - shortened options, and even with a barely low waist. For all models, the only detail remains unchanged - the volumetric part with folds in the hip area.
On an elastic band
Pants with an elastic band look interesting, especially in mustard or rust colors. It is just right to complement this style with a leather jacket, cropped jeans or a T-shirt.
A visually daring look will slim the silhouette. You can wear louboutins or ankle boots on your feet. Only shoes on a platform, wedges are suitable here.
The presence of an elastic band on the ankle will create balance and "balance" the proportions of the figure. Such models are suitable for tall girls, in other cases, the effect of a “brokenness” of the silhouette may occur. Do not hide the elastic band under high boots or boots.
shortened
Look for a hairpin for shortened models that gracefully expose the ankle. Mary Jane webbed shoes, T-Straps or slingbacks with a sexy ankle strap will perfectly fit into the image of a resident of the metropolis. Cropped "bananas" are combined with tucked-in silk blouses with bows, stand-up collar, asymmetrical cutouts. Incorporate a few ethnic or animal motifs into your new look. You can play with stripes, polka dots or watercolor prints.
wide
Models that expand at the hips will be best made from cotton, linen, satin, and many flowing fabrics.
They have nice pleats at the waist, give volume to the hips and cleverly hide imperfections. Wide "bananas" should not be overloaded with complex accessories, unusual perforations. Enough of a couple of inside pockets and a spectacular strap. When choosing these pants, pay special attention to how they look from the back.
What to wear?
In the spring, try to choose trousers from dense cotton, denim, knitwear. Pair them with cropped jackets, capes, coats and low boots.
In the summer, change into cropped "bananas" made of linen or cotton with unusual prints:
- vegetable;
- animalistic;
- ethnic;
- abstract;
- psychedelic;
- stripes or polka dots;
- with ombre or tie dye technique.
Popular in the 80s, "bananas" adorn images of a romantic nature, a business lady or a socialite party girl.Designers still recommend using a successful ensemble of such trousers and T-shirts, bat-shaped blouses. No less important will be the right accessories like hats, belts, jewelry.
The higher the fit, the more concise the top should be selected. Blouses and shirts, as a rule, are tucked into the legs, and tight-fitting T-shirts are complemented by exquisite decoration: patterns, prints, appliqués, etc. The classic look is emphasized by heeled shoes, platform, Wedge wedge sandals.
Do not be modest and wear "bananas" in tandem with stretched sweaters, sweatshirts, cropped jackets with elastic, a short coat or short fur coat. Revealing tops with bright colors will also be needed in order to impress.
It is best to wear your favorite "bananas" under open shoes. Slippers decorated with straps, flip flops, sandals with a closed heel - most harmoniously combined with trousers. A win-win option would be a high heel, but you can also try on a kitten heel, a model with an open toe and a Peep toe. Do not give up flat soles, pumps. Hide high boots and boots further in the closets.
Fashionable images and bows
A romantic look is guaranteed by satin models and blouses made of flowing fabrics. They can be combined with patent leather stilettos, pastel shades of cardigans. If you're a fan of the safari look, try on an olive or dark green crop top, espadrilles, or cork wedge sandals. Wear beige or cream bananas on your feet, and a stylish baseball cap on your head.
Sport chic will create a “duet” of striped trousers or fashionable emoji prints, 3D patterns, as in the collections of Iris Van Herpen and Alexis Walsh, as well as a fitted T-shirt, polo shirt, colored sweatshirt. On your feet, put on moccasins or slip-ons, lace-up sneakers or ordinary sneakers.
You can come to the resort in "bananas" with a floral print, in red, crimson, juicy orange, in sandals with a solid sole. Complete your summer look with stripes, checks or polka dots. Grab a narrow-brimmed hat, beach bag, and aviator glasses.
For a trip to the cinema or a club, choose a trendy combination of brown and pale pink. The top should be lighter than the bottom, and the image should have elements of the same tones as the “bananas”. It can be a light brown choker, cafes with pink stones, birch bark bracelets, a coffee-colored bag or clutch.
Provence or the look of a girl from the suburbs is effectively designed with high-waisted pants, a translucent blouse and a thin heel. Country or rustic style is created with corduroy trousers, a leather belt, sandals, a jacket to match the pants and a plaid shirt.
If you want to achieve bold and brutal accents in your look, use studded "bananas" in combination with a grunge jacket, shirts with patches on the elbows, shortened in front and elongated in the back jackets, like tailcoats.