High waisted, wide legged and ankle skimming are some elements of the elusive culotte. Flattering? This may not be the first word that comes to mind but bear with me. The fashion mags are hailing the culotte as an essential, spring/summer 2014 purchase, while my Pinterest and Tumblr (see photos below) have most definitely been paying homage to this style of trouser/shorts/skirt/who knows what it really is. The street style paparazzi have captured this trend coming to life just as designers such as Alexander Wang and Proenza Schouler envisaged. The age old rule 'wear full trousers/skirts with tight fitting tops' should still apply for culottes but personally I think it can be relaxed to encompass looser fitting jumpers and coats as demonstrated below (love those looks!) The only imperative, understandably, is a pair of good heels, flats aren't going to do anything for anyone in these ankle grazers.
Here are a few picks; Topshop, Labour of Love, Boohoo , New Look
Here are a few picks; Topshop, Labour of Love, Boohoo , New Look