Bella Hadid Styled the Controversial Mini Pants I Secretly Love

Love it or hate it, the corsair is back! The calf-grazing style that took over the ’50s and ’60s (think Marilyn Monroe in gingham cropped bottoms) is having a resurgence — and I’m secretly in love with it. Okay, maybe it’s no secret anymore, but my 4’11” frame will bite anything that isn’t lying on the ground behind me. That said, even the tallest models embrace the vintage look.

Bella Hadid strolled around New York City in a monochrome ensemble that proved black will always be in style. Her look included a cropped bomber jacket, curved heels and super cropped cigarette pants from Ferragamo that hugged her figure, stopped mid-calf and exuded quiet luxury.

NYDJ Ami High Waist Skinny Capri Pants

Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. Pull-on Shaping Capri Pants

Hadid isn’t the only one who loves capris, with Jennifer Lawrence, Sofía Vergara, Julia Fox and Kendall Jenner signing this controversial trend. Perhaps celebrity-approved cropped pants are fashion’s way of bringing the shunned skinny jean back into the conversation. Plus, the look is not only flattering, but when styled correctly, it can be extremely versatile and practical.

Hadid dressed her pants down with pumps, but white sneakers can make capris an everyday staple. Blouses and shirts have the same effect; consider a pleated halter neck for a date night or throw on a loose knit top for a casual picnic. Belts are also your friend, adding a sleek, bohemian or fitted touch to your new bottoms. Depending on how they are styled, you can wear capris to the office, the museum, and everything in between.

Pant-style capris are also often comfortable, thanks to the sleek fabric that resembles elevated yoga pants. The NYDJ Ami High-Rise Skinny Capri Pants mimic that same feel, while the Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. pull-on version is a budget-friendly alternative. You’ll be able to go about your business freely this spring without feeling restricted by a pair of tight bottoms.

You might be hesitant to add capris back into your wardrobe, but fashion is all about taking risks — and TBH, fun-sized pants aren’t as scary as they seem. So, shop the editor-approved capris for spring and summer below.

Get the look:

NYDJ Petite Dakota Side Slit Pull-On Capri Pants
Buy now: $89; nordstrom.com

Anthropologie Bombshell Maeve Structured Capri Pants
Buy now: $118; anthropology.com

Ginasy Pull-On Stretch Capri Pants
Buy now: $50 (originally $55); amazon.com

Hue Side Slit Pull-On Denim Capri Leggings
Buy now: $40; nordstrom.com

Rekucci button-front capri pants
Buy now: $40 (originally $55); amazon.com

Capri Tapata dress pants
Buy now: $28 (originally $33); amazon.com