TOscellars. Just like the ones worn by the accountant Ugo Fantozzi in Luciano Salce’s famous films, from 1975 onwards. The character played by Paolo Villaggio has entered the common imagination not only thanks to his misadventures, but also for his very high waisted trousers. A garment that surprisingly returns to the next Spring-Summer 2024 collections, relaunching itself as a trend.
A “nice” piece, like the charismatic protagonist of the saga: difficult not to notice them, simple to match them. You just need to know some style tricks to steal from the seasonal fashion shows rather than from the unfortunate cinema employee.
Where we saw it
Offered by all the major designers on the catwalk, the trousers that elevate the waist to new heights are among the most popular on the catwalks today, in different styles. The model that comes closest to the film original, the one spotted at the fashion show Loewe Spring-Summer 2024: a pair of high-waisted pants between casual and tailored, which extend below the breasts. Equipped with a straight cut, soft on the hips and wide on the leg, they skim the floor. A piece re-proposed during the fashion show in different variations: corduroy, denim, wool or simple tailored fabric, in colors ranging from brown to black to indigo, up to the legendary smoky gray which recalls those of the famous protagonist in the films.
Reminiscent of Fantozzi, but decidedly more elegant. Underarm pants lose their suspenders and have never been so chic. In their new guise, they even have the advantage of slimming down the hips and making the legs and figure slimmer, flattening the stomach. And they become an original piece to liven up the daytime look.
How to combine very high-waisted trousers in 2024
Very high-waisted trousers work with tops that can be folded inside, in order to emphasize the waist. The belt is not necessary, especially for those who are preparing to wear them in their own, very personal way Megacompany: Jonathan Anderson suggests for this very purpose an outfit for the office and surroundings, with the classic white shirt and the black blazer male.
A Loewe SS24 look (Photo: Loewe).
Choosing a jacket that covers your hips helps with momentum, as does a pair of heeled pumps, although the look also works perfectly with some dancers: in any case, the feminine footwear is perfect and adds a touch of sensuality which, considering the silhouette of the trousers, doesn’t hurt (therefore preferable to moccasins and ankle boots). Covered in crystals, as the trends of the moment dictate: the same goes for the single earring glamour. Two sparkling details that make the look perfect even for an after-work aperitif.
Brilliant attitude, hands in pockets and off to the company desk and beyond. With a pinch of light irony, to copy from the forerunner of very high-waisted trousers…
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