{H&M Blazer, Uniqlo Cashmere V-Neck Sweater, Zara Faux Fur Stole (similar here and here), Club Monaco Hat, Banana Republic Stripe ‘Sloan’ Pants, Prada Baroque Sunglasses, 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target Handbag, Moda Patent Pumps}

If someone told me that horizontal striped pants could be flattering a few weeks ago, I seriously would have given them the side eye… but then again I’m a skeptic by nature, so I’ve probably given everyone the side eye at some point. Even when I used to watch Sesame Street as a child, I refused to believe that Big Bird was always that cheerful.  To me, Oscar was the only trust-worthy character on that show…

Ok, back to the outfit!  I was very pleasantly surprised when these pants arrived in the mail.  My narrow hips combined with a full seat and thighs can sometimes make it challenging to find slacks that fit to my liking.  I’ve tried Banana Republic pants in the past with no luck, but their Sloan fit might just be my new best friend.  According to BR’s site, they’re made from a “power stretch” fabric that has “amazing recovery”.  Marketing jargon aside, I will say that the pants do have a nice stretch to them that doesn’t lead to SBS* by the end of the day.

You can believe that I’ll be checking these out in other colors!

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*Note: SBS = Saggy Booty Syndrome