THE close-fitting trousers cut below the knee: a more casual version of the legendary ones Capri, were a classic for all women in the fifties. In an era in which showing one’s legs was seen as synonymous with rebellion, the middle ground offered by this precise model was the most popular, at least among the divas who could dare a little more. And among all the unforgettable looks of the past, it is precisely that of Audrey Hepburn in Sabrinawith a total black look featuring the legendary capri leggings.
A detail of Tory Burch SS23 (Photo: Spotlight Launchmetrics).
The look of the 1954 romantic comedy remains etched in the memory. And it is the first that comes to mind when observing the Spring-Summer 2023 fashion shows, which on many sides agree on the return of the legendary piece of yesteryear.
Where have we seen it
On the other hand, they catalyze the catwalk like a pair of hot pants. And in such a chic version, they haven’t seen each other in a long time. Impossible not to notice them at the fashion show Tory Burch Spring-Summer 2023: the classic second-skin-effect Capri pants, in neutral colors ranging from white to black, to dark brown. The inspiration of the designer, the nineties leggings, close-fitting but comfortable, made in an anti-wrinkle Italian crêpe, flexible at the right point to adapt to the movements of the body, thanks to the mix of viscose and elastane.
The look with Tory Burch SS23 cropped leggings (Photo: Spotlight Launchmetrics).
Substantially the same for decades, more or less sporty, it is easy to find the leggings knee-length today also in a low cost version. An essential and versatile garment to be worn in different ways: even if it really is styling chosen by the designer to elevate it to a trendy piece for the season, for those who don’t like shorts or are looking for an outfit with a vintage and casual flavor at the same time, refined and little seen.
How to match capri leggings in Summer 2023
Just like in the black and white frames of the film with Humphrey Bogart, the cropped leggings for Spring-Summer 2023 are worn, above all, with the dancers minimal low shot. The turtleneck remains a faithful ally, modernized by the three-quarter cut, as well as by thecombination in a color block key, rather than in total black. The summer alternative, a sleeveless top with a pronounced neck. All to be copied, to elevate the return must-have with a glamorous attitude, is the overlapping of the tight miniskirtworn over leggings as an extra layer of style.
The same effect can be achieved by choosing a slightly flared mini skirt in contrast. The jewel belt detail reinforces the concept, but it’s not strictly necessary. The trio is already perfect in itself, and demonstrates how revival looks can often be even more surprising than the originals. Who would have thought?
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