I got some pants from Everlane! I totally did. I haven't gotten the jeans yet - those are supposed to arrive today and I fully expect them to disappoint me. Heh.
Today I'm going to review the Everlane Stretch Ponte Crop Pant which is completely Marianne's fault. She got the regular version and (months after buying them) actually wore them and discovered that they're really good. Of course I ordered a pair and I chose the crop version because I thought they might work better with boots. I'm not sure if this was the right move, but maybe y'all can help:
I ordered my usual size 6 and they fit fine. These are tight-fitting but the material is good and thick - they're definitely pants, not leggings. Oh! And they have a center seam/crease that's impossible to see in the photos and doesn't seem to show up in Everlane's product photos either. I was surprised by it but eventually decided it made the pants look more tailored.
Pretty much immediately I wished I'd just ordered the regular length because the crop hit higher than I want them to and they bunch up a little on my calves (but they do that on the model too? Just the nature of tight pants I guess.) On the whole, though, I REALLY like them. They're crazy comfortable and I love the big side zipper and plain waistband. The more I wore them around the house, the more comfortable they felt. Detail shots:
I will not be tucking anything into these but I appreciate the lack of buttons and slash pockets. Instead it's just the perfect smooth foundation for my blousy tops to float over. I also love the retro-ish detail of the big side zipper:
This is what they look like with my favorite Madewell boots (mine are from last year) and I kinda wish they were slightly longer. Should I buy the regular length or just keep these?
I'm clearly overthinking this! Anyway, this is my Everlane link if you feel so compelled and I'll be posting my Everlane denim review later in the week. Now, onto details about the rest of my outfit:
My striped shirt is by Grana (this link gets you 10% off your first order) and I love it so much I have it in two colors! It looks like they still have it in stock in a few colors. I am pretty crazy for a striped shirt and it's everything I can do to not order this one from Everlane or this one from AllSaints. But oh my God can we just stop with this nonsense? PS. This breton dress! So good.
I carry my MBMJ Too Hot To Handle Hobo a lot but it's a real workhorse for me. There are still several colors available at Nordstrom Rack so get one while you can. My shoes are a very old pair of Chie Mihara but they still make a really cute red mary jane. I also really love this pair but oh, the price. Too many dollars, Chie.
Did you ever try JCrew's pixie pants? These remind me of them. I love mine, but they are several years old and they must have changed them since, because now the reviews complain they are thinner and different/terrible. It's nice to know there's an alternative! I had been looking forward to Everlane's release of the easy pant, but once they were out, I saw they are dry clean only. Hardly "easy".
ReplyDeleteI did try the Pixie a year or two ago and didn't like them on me. And down with dry-clean only! Come on, Everlane.
DeleteWelp I just ordered the full length version of these because I've been on a desperate search for black casual pants for ages. I hope I love them as much as you do but I am concerned about the center seam!
ReplyDeleteMy vote is get the regular length. They kind of look too short to me and once it gets cold you will be happy you have full length pants. Just my two cents.
ReplyDeleteI agree with JessF, the regular may be more versatile though the crop look nice as well.
ReplyDeleteThese look great, but I would go with the regular length for versatility. You can always tuck the hem under if you want them a little shorter for certain shoes. The pants look great on you!
ReplyDeleteI just got the regular length in charcoal and I LOVE THEM. I do think they're more versatile and I'll wear the heck out of them with big sweaters as the weather gets colder. I love the seam, too.
ReplyDeleteOkay, so I ordered black and charcoal crops in 2 different sizes and none had the front seam?! Maybe it's size-dependent (10\12 for reference)? I do like the pants, especially in charcoal. The black pair are very comfortable but slightly underwhelming. Maybe I need a seam??
ReplyDeleteArgh! Maybe the added the seam recently but still have old stock? I am so confused by this.
DeleteI actually think the front seam is an older style and that they no longer have the seam. I had a pair of the ponte pants when they were in letter sizes (XS-L) and they had the front seam. I now have a pair that is numerical size, and they don't have the seam. So confusing though!
DeleteI *like* the crops on you! No funny bunching where they break on foot, and a very flattering length. Lovely with ankle booties, would fit in boots, what's not to like? Am seriously tempted now...
ReplyDeleteMy personal opinion is that I would go for the regular length pair, especially if you're going to wear them with booties.
ReplyDeleteKeep the cropped ones for sure. They look great with booties.
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