Art.1 The capri

6/19/2025

Art.1 The capri

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You may have started to notice them again. Those tightly cropped trousers that defined the early 2000s. Yes, dear reader, the capri are back. As much as some may resist it, the 2000s have been quietly creeping back into both runways and sidewalks. And as any lover of fashion knows: style is cyclical.

Just think of the mum jeans from the ’80s; a silhouette that stormed back into our wardrobes around a decade ago and is still going strong. If you’re wondering whether this means skinny jeans will return, I wonder if they ever truly left. But I digress. Let’s come back to our protagonists: those knee-grazing, fitted pants that are now taking over social feeds and city streets alike.

I must confess: I’m a capri addict. My obsession began last year. The kind of slow-burn love story that starts as a whisper and becomes a wardrobe staple. But as often happens, I resisted the urge to buy. Like many of you, my wardrobe was overflowing, and the sight of beautiful garments crumpled together without space to breathe filled me with quiet sadness. So, I promised myself to pause before bringing anything new in.

And here, entre nous, I’d love to share two personal strategies that allow me to embrace trends; not through impulse, but through intention and resourcefulness.

The Vault of Memories

Like many of you, there comes a moment when my wardrobe simply has no more room; or when something within me signals that it’s time to pause, reflect, and reconsider what truly belongs. So I begin a quiet process of sorting through each piece, deciding what stays and what moves on, guided by a few personal rules I’ll share with you soon. Some garments earn their place. They hold just enough timelessness to remain. I call it my “not-so-vintage vintage wardrobe”. And yes, I confess: I do sometimes quite literally raid my mother’s wardrobe. That’s how I found these capri. The very ones you see in this photo.

Sometimes, the best fashion discoveries don’t come from shops but from memory. Or in my case, my mother’s closet.

When I felt that growing desire to bring capri back into my personal expression palette, I knew it wasn’t a fleeting whim. It was a grounded urge, intuitive and aligned. So I took action and dived into the vault.

We’re lucky to share a similar size — though, if you look closely, you might notice they’re slightly loose on me. But nothing dramatic. In fact, there’s something elegant about that tiny imperfection. It adds a sense of life to the garment.

The Recycling Ritual

And if you don’t have a nostalgic archive to explore? Make your own.

This trend is surprisingly DIY-friendly. I’m certain there’s a pair of old skinny jeans in your wardrobe that hasn’t seen the light of day in years. You know the ones: a little too tight, a little too dated. Yet too full of memories to part with. Perhaps they’re from your first date, or that unforgettable night with friends. They carry a story, and you’ve never quite managed to say goodbye.

Well, now you don’t have to.

Capri give them a second life.

All you need are scissors, a bit of courage, and a good eye for proportion. Measure carefully! We want transformation, not regret! Once cut, you can leave the hem raw or sew a clean edge for a more polished look. I’ve linked a few simple tutorials below to guide you through the process.