Styling Silky Cargo Pants 3 ways
Anytime I add something to my closet, I hope for it to be versatile and be able to wear it several ways. It is always a little more difficult with certain items that might be considered more dressy or have a different texture such as silk, sequins or certain prints. So when I chose these silky cargo pants as part of my giveaway win from I’ll have what she is wearing, I knew I wanted to think about different ways to wear them (I couldn’t find the joggers on the website anymore so they are probably sold out but this can give you inspiration with your own joggers). I love the color of these but I will say the waist is not my favorite style with the drawstring as I feel it emphasize my derriere. I always find it more difficult to photograph such pants (I have a pair of pink cotton joggers in a similar style) so my children had to be patient with me. They were only available in Medium at the time and I think a smaller size would have had a better fit.
With a Graphic tee
I imitated the model to style them this way but would like the pants to be more cropped. I am thinking of turning them under and using maybe fashion tape to keep them pant leg tucked. I do love this paired with black.
These were my first pictures with the pants so you will hopefully see the progression of what I would like the pants to look like. I probably could have sized down to a small but they were unavailable so I decided to take a chance with sizing.
Date Night Look
I picked this lace sleeveless top at a local consigment store in May while I was looking for a white denim skirt. I did not find a skirt there but two tops and will definitely will check back to see what I can find. I tried a number of fun things including the cutest pair of Free People overalls that were too small for me.
I would really like to try something different with the hem of the joggers to create a cropped look but so far I haven’t found something that works. I love these fun studded sandals for a little bling! I added a pair of dangling purple and gold earrings and a bangle. I was looking for my statement cuff gold bracelet but couldn’t find it.
With a White Top
I wanted to try a white top with these joggers and this trusty old peasant blouse (probably 8 years old!) spoke to me. I tucked it in to help with the extra flow and fabric and reached for these neutral heels. I really like this neutral look!
The blouse really has some pretty details which I think make it timeless: the keyhole, the dots, the blousy sleeves. Shopping your closet can be a lot of fun!
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28 Comments
Joanne
All 3 outfits look great! Those look like such stylish and comfortable pants.
mimifce
They are pretty comfortable with that waist!
jodie filogomo
Oh, I love these Mireille. In fact, I have a pair similar, and mine are a tad long so I just roll up the waistband. But I like the ties at your ankles…it adds some interest and fun.
All three outfits are great. Maybe the second one is my favorite??
But even with a sweater in the fall, they will look fabulous!!
OXOX
Jodie
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mimifce
Oh, good idea to roll up the waistband! Will see how that looks! The ties are fun, I agree. Definitely sweaters and booties with them in the fall.
Nancy
Love it with the white top! Have a great start of the week.
mimifce
Thanks, Nancy! And you too. I am excited about my haircut on Wednesday!
Kathrine Eldridge
What a beautiful pair of pants! I adore the color. My fave look is the last one!
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mimifce
I think the color will lend itself to many combinations. Thanks for stopping by!
Sally+in+St+Paul
All three outfits look great, but with the burgundy lace top…wow! That makes for a gorgeous date night look!
mimifce
I do think that is my favorite: that top sure is pretty and thrifted so even better!
Grace
Oh my goodness, all of these outfits are so cute!! I actually really like the length of the pants with the first and third outfits – I think it looks good with the heels. But I can understand your desire to have cropped pants with the flat sandals. Either way, these pants are really cute and SO versatile – love the street style vibes of the first look. Sorry I’ve been so absent lately!!
Miles of smiles,
Grace
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mimifce
I definitely think the heels help. No worries! You have been busy!
Marsha+Banks
Unless they’re tripping you up, I think they look great the length they are! Those ties at the ankle really make a statement. That purple (?) top looks fabulous on you, and I think it’s my favorite of the looks! I also try to come up with at least three different ways to wear something (unless it’s a dress…but I do think of three different cover ups).
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mimifce
It’s a good exercise to get more wear out of our clothes. I do think the ties do lend some fun to the pants.
Lovely
The pants look amazing and I love it with the black tee.
xoxo
Lovely
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mimifce
Thank you!
Mary
You’ve come up with some pretty options. My fave would be with the t shirt. I have some similar silk cargoes in khaki (olive) and I may do another 3 ways session with them too. Thanks for the inspo.
Mary xxx.
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mimifce
I like making myself think outside of the box with my clothes.
Jennifer
I really like those pants!!
Jennifer
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mimifce
It’s fun to have something different.
Ashley
Oooh, I am digging these trousers! So cute, and the little ties at the ankles, so fun!
-Ashley
mimifce
Thanks, Ashley! Come to think of it, they are right up your alley!
Mica Away From The Blue
These are such great pants on you! I absolutely love the purple top with them as well, what a nice prize you got! 🙂
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mimifce
I think that was my favorite too!
Lucy Bertoldi
Love these cargos in every way! So chic:)
mimifce
Thank you! Now to wear them again!
Amy Johnson
I love those pants and all the different ways you’ve styled them.
mimifce
Thanks, Amy. They were more of a challenge for me but fun to wear.