The ‘90s renaissance wouldn’t be complete without a pair of capri pants (or, as we called them back then, ‘pedal pushers’)—and thankfully, the cropped trouser is back, weaving its way into many a chic woman’s wardrobe: Emily Ratajkowski, Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid, included.
It’s been a long time coming. I knew the capri was destined to return back in 2018, when Chanel styled black, mid-length leggings with oversized blazers for Spring/Summer 19. My interest was piqued, but I longed for a more nostalgic, ‘90s reimagining—and for Spring/Summer 23, Jacquemus answered my prayers, in the form of polka-dot capris. Very Audrey Hepburn, with a little Carrie Bradshaw energy. This year, the trend is continuing to gain pace, with countless capri trouser styles in playful prints, vibrant shades and classic black tones all competing to pull us away from the beloved linen trouser.
