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Culottes sure aren’t new to the fashion scene. The resurfaced culotte trend has been flitting around for what—the past two years?—and it’s been spotted during fashion weeks around the globe by models and style bloggers. They look cool enough, but now I’m joining the rest of you in wondering just really how to wear culottes, IRL (in real life)?!

I was a bit skeptical about the trend until recently, thinking it was too far-fetched for a date night, happy hour or work function. The look seemed like it was straight off the runway (not in the good sense), and something I had no interest in exploring in my own wardrobe.

But then I saw how it was done. How to wear culottes. And wear them WELL. I’ve included several of the inspiring images in the slideshow above; I think you’ll agree with me that culottes can be considered the fashionista’s modern-day suit pant…that’s actually comfortable to wear. Many resemble a midi skirt more often than pants, and they look even cooler than a midi skirt does! The pants make such a statement that they rarely need a whole lot of other details going on…they look best when paired with a simple top and layered with other staple, quality pieces. The result is an utterly chic, easy European look that’s smart and suitable for just about any event you have on the books. Oh and they’re pretty much all-season appropriate too (I love this pair for summer and can only dream of this pair for early fall).

Scroll through the slideshow above by clicking on the image above. And tell me, have you tried out this trend? Or do you still wonder how to wear culottes, too? Cheers, Kat

P.S. I think a brand that has single-handedly shaped the culottes trend is Tibi; they’re making culottes a totally doable, yet fashion-forward move. Nordstrom and The Outnet often offer these pieces at a great discount too. xo

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I’m turning into a sap in my old age. Some of my most prized possessions right now have recently been handed down to me, and I cherish the stories behind them just as much as the item itself. Luckily my mom is as sentimental as I am, and I have several special family heirlooms that I can hold onto and share with my future family someday.

Of course, heirloom items can be old AND new, and you can start collecting items today to share with future generations someday. Many people immediately assume heirlooms are limited to fine jewelry. But I think a piece worth handing down can be anything well-loved and tied to a special memory. It can be a timeless piece of furniture like a cupboard with character, a signature wardrobe piece like an exquisite evening clutch or maybe a great set of luggage (this one is to-die-for….a girl can dream, right?!), or even a collection of love letters from long ago. The possibilities are endless, and by taking the time to cherish and take care of something special now, you can have something meaningful to pass on later.

Click through the slideshow above to find up a few ideas for heirloom gift ideas. I’d love to hear what you hold special from the past, and what you hope to share later down the road. I think you’ll agree that the memories and life that these items symbolize are all worth celebrating! Cheers, Kat

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