Printed Power Pants Are Taking Over – Here’s How To Style Them Now

The loudest jeans on your explore page right now? That’s not your algorithm acting up - we’ve dubbed it the printed power trouser revival. They’re bold, they’re busy, and somehow, they go with everything. While Roberto Cavalli’s signature bold prints played a big role in putting the trend on the map, it’s far from the only player in town. From baroque swirls and florals to leopard prints and graphic motifs, printed denim is proving to be the statement piece everyone wants this season.

The vintage offering is driving a lot of the resurgence and Y2K Cavalli, Diesel and Blumarine jeans are all to be found on platforms like Vinted and Depop. And what do they look like? Like something that would have walked out of Kitson in LA ca. 2004, swarmed by paparazzi. And while original designer styles are being snapped up fast, the high street has caught on, too. M&S, Damson Madder and Jaded London have strong printed denim options that nod to the trend.

What makes them feel current now is that they’re being styled with restraint. Note: loud trousers require noise cancellation on the rest of the outfit. It’s the balance that makes them cool. No need to lean too far into the Y2K of it all - just one reference at a time. Influencers such as Amy Segato, Leomie Anderson, Lola Rose owner of WMNSWEAR have all been spotted wearing printed trousers. The secret to styling is in pared-back basics - white tanks, baby tees, or a corset. There’s also a practicality to them that’s being overlooked. They take the pressure off the rest of your outfit. On lazy days, they are the outfit.

And the best part? No two pairs are quite the same. Whether you’re into a washed-out floral, monochrome swirl, or chaotic animal print, they all do the same thing: bring instant dopamine to your wardrobe.

Whether you’re hunting down a vintage gem or trying a new high-street version, printed power pants are a bold, confident way to refresh your summer style. They’re not subtle, but then, why should they be?

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Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..