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But should we be so cursed? As pictured above, Tinie Tempah got away with it – and so did Tommy Hilfiger, Will Smith and the late fashion journalist Andre Leon Talley. King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden once wore them – not sure if he passed on. Likewise: Victoria Beckham looks stunning in her patent red pants and Queen Letizia (with red heels). Diana, Princess of Wales also appeared in a beautiful red dress during the Sloane Ranger era. One can only assume that red pants are not so bad for women – although they were reported to indicate prostitution as far back as the 20th century.
Red trousers have a history: since the 15th century, red trousers have been ‘a symbol of masculine taste and status’. Guard. This is what Michael Jackson was conveying in 1983. Thriller Video? We’ll never know – except in America they don’t have the same meanings and pink shorts are said to be the questionably ‘preppy’ equivalent of red pants.
We’ve been living in fear of the red pants for almost 10 years now – and I think Sir Frederick Barclay’s exit has accelerated it from danger to extinction. Only time will tell – but, at least for now, here are some amazing examples of ‘red pants done well’ to enjoy.
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