Bottoms

Think about the venue and how much you’ll move. Embellished or crystal jeans are great for bars and concerts where you want sparkle but need comfort. Leather or faux leather pants work well for dressier dinners or clubs and give a more polished look. Sequined, satin or leather mini and midi skirts feel dressier and are ideal for parties or events where you’ll be mostly indoors and want a statement piece.

High-waist designs sit above the belly button and help define the waist, pairing well with crop tops and tucked-in blouses. Slim-fit styles follow the line of your legs for a sleek look and are best if you like a more tailored silhouette. Relaxed-fit or loose jeans give extra room at the hips and thighs, are more comfortable for all-day wear, and create a casual, street-style vibe.

Mini skirts highlight your legs and work best for parties and nights out; pair them with tights if you want more coverage. Midi skirts, hitting around mid-calf, are versatile for both day and night and look chic with boots or heels. Maxi skirts offer the most coverage, feel elegant and flowy, and are better for slightly more conservative settings or when you want comfort without showing much leg.

Denim is the most versatile and durable, ideal for everyday wear and casual nights out. Satin skirts or pants have a soft sheen that instantly looks dressier, perfect for dinners, dates and events where you want an elevated feel. Leather and faux leather add edge and structure, and are great when you want a bold, fashion-forward outfit for parties or club nights.

Modern sequined and embellished pieces are usually lined, so the inside that touches your skin is smooth. Comfort mainly depends on fit: avoid going too tight so the fabric can move and the embellishments don’t pull. For longer wear, choose styles with some stretch at the waist and pair with simple, soft tops so you don’t feel overloaded with texture.

Let the bottom be the focus and keep the rest of your outfit simple. Pair bold prints or two-tone designs with solid tops in neutral colors like black, white, gray or beige. For shoes and accessories, stick to clean shapes and minimal details so the look stays balanced and the statement piece doesn’t feel overwhelming.

If you’re between sizes, it’s usually safer to size up in high-waist and slim-fit bottoms, especially with non-stretch denim, leather or sequined fabrics. These materials don’t give as much, and a slightly looser fit can still look sleek while being more comfortable. You can always tailor the waist or use a belt, but making a too-tight piece comfortable is much harder.

For sequined pieces, turn them inside out and hand wash or use a delicate cycle in a laundry bag, then lay flat to dry. Satin is best washed cold on gentle or by hand, and should be air-dried and steamed rather than ironed hot. Faux leather should be spot cleaned with a damp cloth, kept away from high heat, and stored hanging so it doesn’t crease.

Yes, most pieces can be dressed up or down depending on what you pair them with. Jeans with embellishments can be casual with sneakers and a tee, or dressy with heels and a fitted top. Satin and leather bottoms can be toned down with oversized knits or simple tees, or elevated with corset tops, blouses and heeled boots.

High-waist jeans, pants and skirts look best with cropped tops, bodysuits or anything you can tuck in to show the waistline. Mini skirts pair well with more covered-up tops like long sleeves, oversized sweaters or blazers to balance the shorter length. If the bottom is heavily detailed or shiny, choose a simple, fitted top in a solid color to keep the outfit cohesive.