The Cream of the Crop: Cropped Pants that Fit Your Office Attire

At first, it seems like office dressing doesn’t leave much room for creativity. But there’s space to play around without falling under the gaze of HR or your boss. Simply altering the usual hemlines can be surprisingly refreshing and cropped pants are a case in point.

The shorter length means your shoes will be on full display, and what better way to show your personality than with some incredible footwear? Here are the best ways to pair cropped pants and shoes.

For Him

As championed by Thom Browne, the cropped hem on a suit gives off a playful, lighthearted vibe. To keep it office appropriate, make sure it’s not too short—pushing the envelope too far will make you look like a little boy who outgrew his pants.

Boots: Take advantage of the short crop to show the entire design of your boots. For black boots with buckles, go for a sleek look with a tailored pair of charcoal pants. If you’re wearing laceup boots, consider changing the color of your shoelaces.

Oxfords: Let quirky socks that match the color of your necktie peek out between this classic shoe and your cropped pants. For a seriously dapper look, balance out the proportions of the shorter hemline with a higher waist.

For Her

Cropped pants are an elegant and tasteful way to show off your ankles—just ask Audrey Hepburn, whose signature look was to pair them with ballet flats. Be inspired by the style icon and tap into her timeless grace.

Ballet flats: The versatile flats will work with any type of cropped pants, whether you go with a relaxed fit or something tighter. To make a big impact, pay homage to Audrey à la her famous film Sabrina in head to toe black.

Heels: Let your cropped pants complement your heels by choosing a pair with a thin cut that’ll draw attention to your feet. To lengthen your body, high-waisted cropped pants with a belt will make you look like you have legs for days.

Whatever footwear you prefer, find your shoe and cropped pants for a match that’s made in heaven. Add a pair to your closet and let your work outfits be reenergized with your personal style.

You’ll be the best dressed person in the office with these cropped pants.