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5 Bottoms Trends You Need to Try This Spring

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wisconsin chapter.

Spring is just around the corner and, I don’t know about you, but my closet is certainly not ready for it! With sweaters and fuzzy socks piled high, my wardrobe is craving the sunny colors and light fabrics that spring fashion entails. And, even if the weather isn’t quite there yet, who says you can’t start preparing yourself and your closet for the warmer days ahead? Check out some of the Spring 2019 bottoms trends to get you feeling excited about the warmer months to come.  

 

1.   Cargo Pants & Utility Trousers

Cargo pants are back from the ’90s but with a twist. This season looks for a new take on cargo pants and utility trousers that’s refreshing, and I think many of us would venture to say, improved since their ‘90s debut. Not only are they flattering but completely practical too!

Some Suggestions:

·       Urban Outfitters BDG Cropped Cargo Pant – $78 (pictured above!)

·       American Eagle AE High Waisted Military Cargo Pant – $69.95, $48.96

·       Forever 21 High Waist Cargo Pants – $27.90

 

2.   Neon & Pastel

What’s a spring wardrobe without a couple of funky colored pieces! This year, get your closet out of its comfort zone with a couple of bright, yet tasteful bottoms. Neon and pastel are great for making a statement in the spring and are sure to put you in a sunny mood!

Some Suggestions:

·       Urban Outfitters ASTR The Label Nixon Pant – $98

·       ASOS ASOS Design High Waist Taper Pants – $40

·       Free People Margate Pleated Trouser – $98 (pictured above!)

 

3.   Bright Printed Pants

Another trend we are really looking forward to for the warmer months ahead is bright, printed pants! Whether they’re fun and floral or chic and plaid, printed pants are sure to make any outfit you put on feel unique.

Some Suggestions:

·       Forever21 Striped Chiffon Pants – $19.90 (pictured above!)

·       Free People Breezy Bottom – $98

·       Urban Outfitters UO Casey Kick Flare Pant – $39

 

4.   High Waisted Wide Leg Pants

Who doesn’t love a perfectly fitting, high waisted pair of pants? Though high waisted skinnies are still one of our favorite looks, this spring calls for a bit more freedom for your legs. Check out some adorable high waisted wide leg pants below that we can’t wait to try out this spring.

Some Suggestions:

·       Express High Waisted Wide Leg Jeans – $79.90

·       Forever21 Wide Leg Pants – $22.90

·       Gap High Rise Wide-Leg Crop Pants in Pure Linen – $59.95 (pictured above!)

 

5.   Midi Skirts & Dresses

A personal favorite, the midi skirt or dress is a timeless piece that can be worn to any summer or spring occasion. Whether you’re looking for something new to wear to work, a wedding or even a movie date, midi skirts and dresses can be dressed up or down and are sure to be a staple of your 2019 spring wardrobe.

Some Skirt Suggestions:

·       Free People Kendall Satin Midi Skirt – $98 (pictured above!)

·       Francesca’s Liz Asymmetrical Button Midi Skirt – $48

·       H&M Knit Skirt – $29.99

Some Dress Suggestions:

·       Forever 21 Striped Midi Dress – $38

·       Aerie Aerie Smocked Button Down Dress – $49.95 $34.96

 

So, get your closet up to date for spring this year with any of these bottoms! You’ll soon be trading out those fuzzy boots for sandals and thermal pants for flowy ones. Whether it’s a wide leg pant in soft yellow or a pair of cargo pants in Khaki green, you’ll feel refreshed and ready for the upcoming season with any of our suggestions above.

Cate Wilkinson

Wisconsin '20

Cate graduated from UW - Madison in May 2020 with a degree in Microbiology with a certificate in French. She is very passionate about health, wellness, sustainability and communication about these topics!
Hannah, originally from Milwaukee, WI is a Campus Correspondent for HC Wisconsin.  Hannah is a Senior and is studying Political Science and Psychology.  She aspires to work in health policy and will run for office one day.  She is never seen without a cup of coffee in hand and loves to eat any food in sight, especially sushi.  Outside of school, Hannah frequents Badger sporting events and likes to hang out with her friends on the weekends finding new things to do and new places to eat.  Hannah also runs her own Mary Kay business and is obsessed with keeping up with the latest makeup trends! This will be her seventh semester on the Her Campus team, and she loves the org more and more each semester!  It is Hannah's favorite thing that she is involved in on campus and highly recommends anyone with an interest in writing, journalism, or blogging to get involved, you won't regret it! On Wisconsin!!