SHOPPING GUIDE
By Ifedayo Osinowo
Denim has always been that reliable, easy, and largely predictable piece that occupies everyone's wardrobe, a fashion staple, if you will. When in doubt, reach for a pair of blue jeans and build your outfit around it. But somewhere along the way, the basic denim can sometimes feel uninspired and not a true expression of our culture. Personal style is becoming more experimental and ardent, and designers are pushing further into different shapes and textures with trousers.
Your pants can do a lot more that support your outfit, they can also be the main event. Play around with different fabrics, patterns, colors, or exaggerated designs like the Irawo Pants from Knafe. They are high-wasted, ankle-length trousers that feature a distinctive barrel-shaped or bell-shaped silhoutte crafted from the traditional Aso-Oke and built in with oversized pockets.