Cropped Trousers For Women

Get familiar with these fast, because they're the anywhere-anytime pant of the season, notes The EDIT of spring's cargo designs. 3.1 Phillip Lim's version is cut from airy twill blended with cotton in a cropped, tapered silhouette. They're paneled with lustrous silk-satin and cinched with a wide belt at the waist. Wear yours with sneakers or pristine pumps.

J.Crew's 'Gramsey' pants are the perfect alternative to denim on hot summer days or vacation. They're cut from airy white cotton-poplin and have a belt that looks especially cool knotted at the side. Block-heeled sandals complement both the wide-leg shape and cropped length.

Inspired by a uniquely British approach to styling, Maje's cropped stretch-felt pants are woven with a tartan-like check. They're cut in a slim cigarette-leg silhouette and and hit just above the ankle. The new season is all about fresh takes on the suit, so be sure to wear this pair with the matching blazer.

Comme des Garçons Comme des Garçons' pants reference traditional Japanese fishermen's styles - they're cut wide and cropped to the mid-calf. This pair is tailored from lightweight wool-felt and finished with an elasticated waist to create soft ripples in the fabric. We like them with chunky brogues.

SEA adds tailoring to its lineup for Pre-Fall '17. Made from stretch-poplin, these high-rise pants have pressed creases and cuffed hems that accentuate the wide-leg silhouette. Style yours with a crisp shirt and loafers.

Nili Lotan's army-green stretch-cotton twill 'Jackson' pants have a dropped crotch balanced by the cropped tapered cuffs - you can leave them unzipped if you prefer a slouchier look. Keep your outfit low-key with sneakers.

Vince's army-green pants are a great alternative to jeans - they can easily be worn while running errands or to a casual dinner. Woven from cotton-canvas, this cargo pair has been washed for an even softer feel and is cut to hit above the ankle. They have utility-inspired flap pockets and a drawstring waistband.

3.1 Phillip Lim pants in a slim, cropped profile. Slant hip pockets and button-welt back pocket. Extended-tab, hook-and-eye closure and zip fly. Fabric: Suiting. 53% cotton/43% polyamide/4% elastane. Dry clean. Imported, China. Measurements Rise: 10.25in / 26cm Inseam: 25.5in / 65cm Leg opening: 14.25in / 36cm Measurements from size 4

Tap into the pant silhouette of the season with the chic Stonebridge Cropped Flare Pants from Lulu & Rose. The pants boast a flattering high-waisted, flared cut that can be dressed up or down effortlessly. Our model is wearing a size small pants. She usually takes a standard AU 8/Small, is 5’9” (176cm) tall, has a 79cm bust, 87cm hips and a 58cm waist.

Anja Mid-rise Cropped black skinny trousers by J Brand

Etro's 'Sigaretta' stretch-piqué pants have turned-up cuffs. Designed to sit high on the waist, this timeless black pair is tailored for a straight-leg fit with streamlining pressed creases. Complement the cropped length with point-toe flats or pumps.

The Row's 'Beca' pants are cut in this season's must-have kick-flare silhouette. Crafted from smooth stretch-leather, they're finished with pintucked seam details and a cropped hem. Try yours with an oversized sweater or a blazer and T-shirt.

J Brand's 'Houlihan' pants are made from stretch-cotton twill in a cool anthracite tone and have cargo-inspired flap pockets that sit flatteringly on the thigh. Cropped to hit at the perfect point on your ankle, this mid-rise pair has a second-skin feel and moto-style seams at the knees. Wear yours with a sweater and ankle boots.

A fresh take on classic tailoring, Acne Studios' 'Iris' pants are crafted from custom-made wool-twill. This wide-leg pair is detailed with a stepped hem and sharp pressed creases. Complete a casual look with an oversized shirt and sneakers.

EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER.COM. Staud's 'Pietro' pants strike the perfect balance between ease and elegance. This light-blue pair is cut from lustrous satin in a cropped wide-leg silhouette and has a partially elasticated waist for comfort. They're finished with midnight-blue piping to enhance the pajama feel - continue the look with a printed camisole.

The season's androgynous tailoring nods to style icon Katharine Hepburn - she was never more desirable than when dressed in pants and a shirt, says The EDIT . Made from midnight-blue cotton-blend, A.P.C. Atelier de Production et de Création's 'Amalfi' style has a straight-leg fit defined by pressed creases. Try yours with a striped top or the coordinating blazer.

Low maintenance high fashion is exactly how James Perse describes his design sensibility. These cropped pants are cut from cotton-blend twill and intentionally distressed to mimic natural wear and tear - it's done by a technique called 'grinding' along the pockets and edges. We think they're perfect for weekends in the city.

Pink is officially cool this season and takes on strong and empowering connotations. Gucci's straight-leg pants are cut from a crisp wool-blend enhanced with a touch of silk for luster and has sleek pressed creases. Reference the runway with a statement jacket.

When it comes to wearing leather, a single focal point is all your outfit needs - think a crisp white shirt or sleek blazer. L'Agence's 'Adelaide' pants are cut for a skinny fit but have just the right amount of stretch to keep them from feeling uncomfortable. The cropped cut is flattering for all frames too.

FRAME's army-green 'Crop' pants tap into this season's utilitarian trend. Cut from a flexible cotton-blend, this mid-rise pair has a skinny silhouette to the knee before kicking out into a defined flare with pressed creases. They're endlessly versatile – wear yours with everything from sandals to sneakers.

The 'French Military' pant was the first piece of clothing Nili Lotan ever designed - she wanted to create a style that worked equally well for day or night. Cut from stretch-wool twill, this black pair is pleated at the knees and has zipped elasticated cuffs. Wear yours with a bomber jacket and ankle boots.

The Great's 'Army Nerd' pants are a favorite of founders Emily Current and Meritt Elliott - they rework them for the new season with cool utility-inspired details. Made from flexible stretch-twill, this pair sits comfortably high on the hips and has a very slight kick at the ankle. Keep your styling laid-back with sneakers and a tee.

Channeling Miuccia's love of '40s silhouettes, Prada's pants have a slim shape and turned up cuffs. This high-waisted pair is tailored from gray stretch-wool and crisply pressed through the front. Try yours with brogues or echo the brand's eclectic styling with platform sandals.

Tibi's pants are woven with contrasting thick and pin-thin stripes for a fresh and modern feel. Cut from lightweight cotton-poplin, they have a fluid wide-leg silhouette that hits just above the ankle. Wear yours with a relaxed shirt and flats.

J Brand's coveted 'Selena' pants are updated for fall in supple black stretch-leather. Designed to sit at your natural waist, this cropped pair is cut with a subtle kick-flare - the must-have shape this season. We think they're a sleek update on classic tailored styles.

J Brand's 'Houlihan' pants have a more streamlined silhouette than traditional cargo styles. Made from charcoal cotton-blend twill, this mid-rise pair is cut for a skinny fit and has flattering moto-inspired seams. Leave the cropped cuffs slightly unzipped for a less tapered look.

Miu Miu's pants have been expertly made in Italy from tactile grain de poudre stretch-wool - a fabric used in tailoring for its tight and durable weave. Cut to sit high on the waist, they have an elongating stripe along the sides and a gently flared, cropped hem. Style yours with a sweater and the lable's pumps.

Acne Studios' pants are tailored from fine black wool-twill in a relaxed straight-leg silhouette. Part of the Pre-Fall '17 lineup, they sit high on the waist and are cropped to hit just above the ankle. Try yours with a crisp shirt or echo the brand's styling and layer them with a tonal skirt.

We understood fit in a very different way because we're so petite, explains Elizabeth and James designers Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen to The EDIT . These slim 'Carel' pants are cut from smooth stretch-jersey and gently flare out to a cropped hem. Wear them with loose layers and slides.

Gucci's pants have been precision tailored in Italy from fresh ivory twill. This slim-leg pair are neatly pressed through the center and finished with a navy and red webbed waistband - a house signature originally inspired by saddle straps. The cropped length is perfect for highlighting the label's iconic loafers.

For Pre-Fall '17, Kym Ellery is inspired by '70s soul singers like Nina Simone. Outlined with contrasting white stitching, these high-rise crepe pants are cut in an exaggerated flared silhouette and slit to the knee for movement. Wear yours with soft terracotta separates like the brand's 'Explosive' shirt.

There's often a sporty twist to Veronica Beard's pieces - for these pants it's the cropped elasticated cuffs. Cut from stretch cotton-blend twill, they are detailed with cargo-inspired back pockets and antiqued gold hardware. We think they're perfect for those in-between occasions, where tailoring is too formal and jeans aren't dressy enough.

Valentino's pants have been expertly made in Italy from romantic corded guipure lace. Partially lined with airy georgette, this sheer pair sits at the smallest part of your frame before falling to a cropped wide-leg silhouette. We think they look particularity chic with a languid ivory blouse.

Helmut Lang's pants are made from Italian-sourced cotton-blend chosen for its structured feel. Cut with a high-rise waist, they fall to a cropped, wide-leg silhouette and have buttoned front and back pockets. Style yours in a monochrome palette with the label's checked blazer.

Lela Rose's pants are beautifully tailored from navy cotton-blend jacquard intricately woven with fuchsia and white florals - a sophisticated choice if you're thinking of trying pink for the first time. This slim-leg pair sits high on the waist and is cropped to stop just above the ankle. Wear them with a simple tee or the matching top.

Jil Sander's Pre-Fall '17 collection is anchored by soft shapes with plenty of volume. Tailored from a wool and mohair-blend, these cropped black pants have a generous wide-leg silhouette that's exaggerated by sharply pressed box pleats. Echo their relaxed feel with sandals.

Theory's 'Thaniel Approach' pants look like a tailored style but have the flex and comfort of leggings thanks to the fastening-free design. Cut from stretch cotton-blend twill, this navy pair has a slim-leg fit and is cropped above the ankle. Wear yours to the office with slides or low boots.

This season's sports-inspired pieces are polished enough for evening but work just as well at the weekend. Trimmed with a gathered elasticated waistband, Alice + Olivia's 'Benny' pants are cut from white crepe in an airy wide-leg silhouette. Wear yours with everything from slides to platform sandals.

Victoria Beckham's straight-leg pants are dyed a rich mustard shade the brand calls 'Amber'. The stretch-crepe fabric is crease-resistant, making this pair ideal for commuting or packing for business trips. We think the cropped hem works so well with pointed pumps or sandals.

Clare Waight Keller is inspired by weekends in the country for See by Chloé's Pre-Fall '17 collection, and the earthy palette nods to Georgia O'Keeffe's desert paintings. These houndstooth wool-blend pants are punctuated with rose gold zips and kick out to a cropped flared shape. Mirror the brand's styling with this lace-up sweater.