Now you see it, now you don't

After not wearing these pants for three months, and much deliberation, I decided I would get a lot more wear out of them if they were skinnies and not flares. So I got out my sewing machine and went to work.

Then I wore the pants to work, and none of my coworkers said anything. I was really expecting some sort of commentary, but no. I guess after six years of my fashion they are all just used to it.

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The Rundown
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39 comments

  1. I'm loving them as skinnies- they look so good on you!

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  2. You did a great sewing job! The look great! I was expecting my boss to say something years ago when I had pink in my hair but nothing! Must have been all the wacky tights I was already wearing! And 6 years! Wow!

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  3. Oh, Lyddie, you shouldn't doubt your fashion choices! These pants really are fabulous, and that is that. I've actually been searching for a pair of leopard leggings myself. :)

    I'm glad your co-workers didn't make fun, though. ;) Surely they wouldn't dare, or else Ali would have to come to town and lay down the law.

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  4. I love how people can completely become desensitized to things, even leopard print pants!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  5. I would never have been able to have those in my closet for three months without wearing them - they're so fabulous! And the sewing job looks great.

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  6. You are rockin' those pants lady! So very you!

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  7. I love that you made them into skinnies! You now not only have a fab leopard coat but also fab leopard pants. Heather

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  8. You definitely refashioned these pants for the better!! I'm sure you'll definitely get more wear out of them now that you changed them to skinnies from the bootleg/flares. Still definitely a great buy! Can't wait for the next shopping trip!

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  9. I think it was a good decision to "skinnify" those pants - they look great! Now if only I could be so lucky to find a pair like that while thrifting...

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  10. Lovely as skinnies- I bet they get worn a whole lot more now! X

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  11. Aw man! I hate when that happens! I love these pants as skinnies! And the sweater is great too! And the hat! I'm going to have to copy you on this one Lydia!

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  12. These "new" skinnies look fabulous on you! Do wear them often!!

    Annette
    Lady of Style

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  13. I am loving them so much more now. Masterful!!

    www.living-thesuite-life.blogspot.com

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  14. LOVE those pants! Seriously - so cute :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  15. that scalloped hat is gorgeous!
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  16. I love how the pants look, and they are so much fun!

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  17. What an awesome outfit! You look great as usual!

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  18. Haha what ere you expecting them to say? I love that you re-did your pants!

    This only convinces me more: I need to learn how to sew...


    zuleyb.blogspot.com

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  19. Woohoo!!!! That definitely did the trick! Now you'll never take them off ;)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com

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  20. I like them even more now !
    Well played --- oh co workers, I could show up naked and they would never notice.

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  21. LOVE these pants as skinnies now- great idea! I'm jealous of your sewing skills!
    Valerie
    www.the-style-files.com

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  22. Ummmmm, let's be best friends! I will comment on these pants until my face turns blue! As a huge fan of all things cheetah printed AND crazy skinnies, I wholeheartedly endorse this look!

    : signe
    thedailysavant.blogspot.com

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  23. I like the pants as skinnies. They fit perfectly!

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  24. Wow, you did a great job, Lydia! Those pants look fabulous on you!
    Love
    Juneli from Fashionably Yours

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  25. I love the pants. How lucky you are that you can do alterations yourself!
    I would have liked to see how the pants looked before the transformation; however, they look perfect as skinnies!

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  26. oops....ok, now I see them as flares. I agree, they are much better as skinnies!

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  27. You are always so lovely, my dear Lydia.
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  28. Isn't it funny how silhouettes change? 5 years ago if you told me I would be all about the tapered, skinny leg now, I have denied it, but now that's all we wear!

    Great sewing job! Love the print.

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  29. Ok, I'm obsessed with this outfit and want to be wearing it right NOW! I love how the pants turned out, they look soooo chic on you!

    www.thejoyoffashion.blogspot.com

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  30. Oooo love your skinny leopard pants!!! You look amazing girl with the hat too. :)

    xo – Sheila
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  31. I much prefer these pants as skinnies. You did a great job.

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  32. Ooo..good choice to "skinnify" them! I think they look great as skinnies! And what a great deal on those pants! I would suggest maybe hemming the pants a little? That way they would look even more streamlined and wouldn't bunch at the ankles. Just a suggestion though :-) They don't look bad as they are! I love the wide brimmed hat too.
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  33. Maybe they've just become inured to leopard pants?

    These look great! I love them with the slouchy sweater, very California cool.

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  34. Oh man! I guess I'm the only one who liked them flared better! I admire your sewing skills, though :)

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  35. I love your pants! Gorgeous print too x

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  36. Very nice outfit. Your white sweater is so cozy and it fits perfectly with your leopard print pants. Intresting combination!

    Grettings from Sweden!

    www.penelopesfashion.com

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  37. You did a fabulous job - I have to say I think that these pants are much more flattering as a slim fit. I liked them wider but LOVE them slimmer! You'll get so much wear out of them now, I am sure!

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