Fashion

[Lovin2Learn]

I'm looking for pull-on pants that I could wear to school and dress, but I need a shorter rise that sits below the waist, has stretch but keeps it's shape, and has a flat waist band. I can't stand anything at my waist, nor do I want the extra bulk of a cotton-like puckered waist band, because I want the option of tucking in my tops or wearing them outside of pants.

I'm 5'9" and 130 pounds, and I wear a size 4 or 6 depending on the brand, with a 34" inseam for full length pants. I'm looking for both comfort and style in a long pant, ankle length, and capris length. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

Lovin2Learn

[lolakimono]

How about the Starfish slim pants from Land's End?

SLEEK, NOT SKINNY.

Soft cotton jersey with stretch for comfort

Fabric is substantial — minimizes lumps and bumps

Easy pull-on styling

No-waistband, so they’re super comfy

Inseams: Regular and Plus, 30?; Petite, 27 1/2?; Tall, 34?

Minimalism at its finest. No waistband. No pockets. Just simple pull-on styling, cut slim as can be. The fabric’s substantial, though. So, narrow as they are, they’re flattering, too. 89% cotton/11% spandex. Machine wash. Imported.

[muttmom]

Starfish pants come to your waist, They are definitely high rise. They are casual, fine for school but not dress pants.

[Rununculus]

You may be looking for something that doesn't exist... stretch pull on pants are generally of a texture that is more sporty than work appropriate. Hopefully someone can prove me wrong here.

[Akane]

I agree with lolakimono. I think the Starfish pants are your best bet but they come up higher than you want but they do lay completely flat. In fact, I'm wearing them at work as I type this. LOL

[jewelfool]

I love Eileen Fisher, expensive, but a perfect fit for me and they come in petites for me also. I feel like I need to order 5 more pairs because I wear them to work almost every day.

[Trix]

Lovin2Learn, most pull-on pants are going to be casual and won't dress up well. It's just the nature of what ladies are looking for when they buy pull-on pants and dressing them up usually isn't on the list. Also, trying to find a pair which isn't high waist is probably impossible outside of athletic/fitness apparel.

I agree Eileen Fisher's pants are a exceptional quality and fit. You definitely get what you pay for. However, they will be high waist. You might have to compromise on a style feature and accept a side zip in order to find something which sits below the natural waist. This side zip pant from Diane Von Furstenberg is an example of what I see as a pant which sits below the waistline and can be worn casually or dressed up a little. It's $300, but there are many pants at a wide range of price points like this available.

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[jonbon]

How about the Isaac 24/7 pants (although I don't know that they're below the waist)?