If I’m being honest, I don’t find this particular style the most flattering on body types. But let me explain my reasoning because clearly there’s a reason I’m sharing an outfit post about this particular trend…

Basically, the ‘Paperbag’ trend is a reformed style of the high-waisted pant – with a subtle infusion of elastic replacing the otherwise fixed waistband we’re used to wearing (& unbuttoning after a meal as a result.) While 100% more comfortable & forgiving, it’s not necessarily the most admiring of style choices – especially for someone like me with a new appreciation for my curvier lower half. But again, that doesn’t mean it’s out of the running in terms of what compliments my body type.

What I should’ve done with this outfit is pair these jeans with a slight heel to elongate my lower half and make these otherwise “baggier” jeans more favorable. But honestly, I’m not one for heels and if I were to wear these jeans for an extended period of time, I’d definitely be pairing them with flats over anything else 10/10 times.

So that’s why you see a pointed toe slingback flat paired here instead of what my Mother recommended (which was any sort of heel lol.) The pointed toe helps the eye mentally elongate my lower half as opposed to a sneaker or anything with a round/square toe. But despite the fact I didn’t choose height over realistic wearability, I still find these jeans incredibly fun & comfortable to wear.

— OUTFIT DETAILS —

Paperbag Denim: Shop WeWoreWhat (fits TTS) | Tank: Uniqlo | Slingbacks: Sam Edelman (old, similar here & here)

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At the end of the day, the Paperbag trend is a more comfortable approach to a high-waisted bottom option. Is it the most flattering? Not necessarily, although you can absolutely make it more worthwhile when paired with a heel or anything to elongate the baggier nature of the ensemble. Are all ‘Paper Bag’ styles baggy? No, not at all – but unless you enjoy feeling sliced in half (like most high-waisted pants), I’d avoid sizing down to make up for excess fabric. At the end of the day, do it for the comfort – not for the slim factor. If anything, that’s beyond overrated these days. Embrace those curves, babe!