Top: Rafaella Lace Off-Shoulder Top c/o (regular sizes)
Bottom: Rafaella Palazzo Printed Pants c/o – wearing P, no hemming! (missy sizes, love this similar print)
Shoes: Steve Madden ‘Carrson’ (25% off w/ code FAM!)
Necklace: BaubleBar ‘Lariat’ Choker
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’ ($10 dupe)
Watch: Shore Projects ‘Salcombe’
Bag: Cult Gaia ‘Ark’ – small, preorder now!
Earrings: Modcloth ‘Gingko A Long Way’
++ all photos were taken by yours truly with this camera, lens, tripod, and remote. ++
edited using Barcelona Lightroom Preset (tutorial)
Hello and happy Tuesday! The past couple of days have been a combination of highs and lows as I had the most wonderful Mother’s Day a couple days ago but have been nursing a sick Mei for the past 24 hours. Mother’s Day is such a special day now that I’m a mom, and I’ve teamed up with Rafaella as they showcase moms who inspire us. It was a pinch-me moment to be sharing the spotlight with Rosie and Brianne as we share how we mix fashion and motherhood — be sure to check it out if you haven’t seen it yet!
Meanwhile this outfit was a combination that turned out to be a surprising favorite! I’ve always been a bit wary of the wide-leg palazzo printed pants as I figured it would drown me in fabric and make my short legs look even shorter. On the contrary, I love the way these palazzo printed pants actually make my legs look longer and is a style that’s instantly classy yet casual. It’s the comfort of pajama pants combined with the elegance of dress pants in one! I love that this pair has both pockets and an elastic waistband for the ultimate in functionality and comfort. Once you wear palazzo pants, I can guarantee that you won’t want to take them off! Be sure to read on for my 5 tips on how even petites can rock palazzo printed pants!
- ADD EXTRA HEIGHT: pair with heels. Whether it be a chunky heel, a pointy stiletto, or platform wedges, pair your palazzo pants with heels to give the illusion of a few more inches. I personally am in love with these sandals and they’re decently comfortable given the fact that they have a 4″ heel. I actually own them in 3 different colors and they’re currently 25% off with free shipping during the Friends and Family sale going on this week! (See them styled on my previously here and here!)
- ELONGATE THE LEGS: wear on high waist. In the same vein, I would also recommend wearing palazzo pants on the natural waistline or even just a tad higher if they are long enough. It’s all about the legs in the case of the silhouette you want to create with palazzo pants so be sure that the pants are the focus of the outfit!
- ACCENTUATE THE WAIST: pair with fitted or tucked-in top. To avoid looking like a giant block (not cute!), you want to make sure that your outfit has a defined waistline. To contrast the billowy fabric of the palazzo pant, I would recommend picking a top that’s fitted or even cropped (love this one too!). While my lace top isn’t either, the off-the-shoulder style still works as it’s almost like a cropped top but from the top! I made sure to tuck in the bottom and shift any extra fabric towards the back so that the waist was always accentuated.
- KEEP IT SIMPLE: go with a solid top. Palazzo pants normally come in crazy printed colors so it’s good to balance it with a basic solid top. This white lace top is fully lined in the torso and it’s versatile enough to wear on or off-the-shoulder!
- ADD STATEMENT ACCESSORIES: give it a final pop. And lastly, finish the outfit with jewelry that stands out. I added a contrasting choker along with this bamboo bag and love how it made the look both easy-going yet added that architectural statement piece. This bag sold out almost immediately but is back available for pre-order and shipping soon! Other accessory options include a colorful scarf or over-sized floppy hat that would also balance out the palazzo pants and give the outfit that elevated, effortless look.
Top: Rafaella Lace Off-Shoulder Top c/o (regular sizes)
Bottom: Rafaella Palazzo Printed Pants c/o – wearing P, no hemming! (missy sizes, love this similar print)
Shoes: Steve Madden ‘Carrson’ (25% off w/ code FAM!)
Necklace: BaubleBar ‘Lariat’ Choker
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’ ($10 dupe)
Watch: Shore Projects ‘Salcombe’
Bag: Cult Gaia ‘Ark’ – small, preorder now!
Earrings: Modcloth ‘Gingko A Long Way’
++ all photos were taken by yours truly with this camera, lens, tripod, and remote. ++
edited using Barcelona Lightroom Preset (tutorial)
And now for this week’s On Trend Tuesdays linkup! Sandy and I are excited to feature Lydia from Chic on the Cheap this week. How gorgeous is her pleated top and I’m in love with the lavender blue color!
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I love palazzo trousers and yours is too cute!! It looks good on you!
xx
Mónica Sors
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Hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day. I love palazzo pants. They look so incredible when done right.
Sxx
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I love this type of pants. Yours are simply amazing!
http://www.instagram.com/lovelystyle_blog
The outfit is so cute, specially the white top x
Laura
Pink Frenzy
I am so surprised but you are totally right, the palazzo pants (or rather, how you wore them) make your legs look so long! I love this look! Would you wear them to work? I’ve always wondered if palazzo pants were just too casual. These look much more formal though.
Virginia | More to Mrs. E
These are great tips! Love how you wear those pants!
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I absolutely adore the bag in natural wood too!
I felt the same way, Kileen since I’m really short too! In fact I gave away my pants like these. But after seeing you in this outfit, I may need to rethink it!
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
It looks good on you, Kileen! I haven’t worn it too since I’m so scared to give them a try!
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
So sorry to hear Mei is sick! You look gorgeous in these pants. I think they flatter you really well and that all heights can wear them. So much of things like this depend on fit.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Wow! You look amazing in this outfit….you look so tall too! I love everything about this look!
Oh I love these pants! I am quite short, about 5’3″ but have never found a pair that is good for my height! I love this print on them and they look so good with that white top!
Denise | Fashion Love Letters
i’m short too!! only 5′ tall. you can definitely pull it off! 🙂
xo,
kileen
Fantastic tips! And also vertical stripes add some more height visually so it’s a useful trick for anyone who wants to try. 😀
http://couturecase.blogspot.com
Those trousers are slayers. What a cool look.
Vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/05/15/spring-cleansing-with-suja/
These palazzo pants look great on you, and I love how you styled them with the OTS top and choker!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
These pants are so fabulous and I love how you styled them!
xo, Jennifer
http://www.publicistinpearls.com
Thank you for this post! I’m also petite and was wondering how to style these pants on my small frame.
xoxo from Napa Valley!
Paulina
Shenska
Oh my gosh!! The cutest palazzo pants ever! I love how you styled them and girl you look so tall!!!
I’ve never worn palazzo pants before but with your advice, I feel more equipped to take them on! You make them look so chic!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
So Stunning!! I love the pants!
Adi xx
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You look wonderful. I love the comfort of a palazzo pant and you styled it well. Thanks for the styling pointers.
Lydia look effortlessly chic as well. Great ensemble ladies. 🙂
http://missymayification.blogspot.co.uk
These are excellent tips for wearing palazzo pants. I definitely agree with all of them. I love wearing them with heels and either crop tops, bodysuits, or flowing tops that I’ve front tucked! These particular pants are gorgeous on you. They definitely elongate your legs and make you look super tall. There’s something so flattering about palazzo pants!
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
So obsessed with this look! I have been eyeing the pink version of this bag for the longest!
Monic
omg, i didn’t even know it came in pink! i may need it in that color too!
xx,
kileen
These pants look fabulous on you! Love!
xo,
Jacqueline
Stylin In St. Louis
I really love this look head to toe! I don’t own any palazzo pants YET but I want some!
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Kileen, you look so beautiful! I love your pants! They are so chic and yet comfy! Perfect for a mama like me!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
Those pants are so gorgeous and look so comfy! (Great for travel) Love how you’ve styled it with wood and gold tones. The choker is another wonderful touch. Thanks for sharing!
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I love the look of palazzo pants and always wondered if I could pull off the look. Your printed pair is so cute! Such a beautiful look!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Your legs look a mile long for sure! Gorgeous outfit! The pants were made for you!
Caryl | http://morepiecesofme.com
I’m a huge fan of palazzo pants, especially the one with stretchy waistband 😜
– Gita (mimiandchichi.com)
You make these pants look so chic and fabulous! Definitely want to try a pair for myself!
Sarah
Trendy & Tidy
Those pants have such a great wide leg! I love the black and white pattern and can see how they would literally go with anything!
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Those pants are so cool!
Such an Informative and helpful post, Thanks for sharing with us. Keep posting.