Long and Loose Culottes – Black
Culottes reimagined for modest fashion
Culottes are one of those timeless pieces that major fashion houses regularly revisit.
But when looking for truly modest fashion, it is not always easy to find a suitable style.
Culottes offered in ready-to-wear collections are often too short or feature cuts that do not meet the expectations of Muslim women who prefer covering clothing.
It was from this observation that Myriem, founder of Chic & Modesty, wanted to create her own interpretation of the culottes.
The goal was to design a modern, elegant, and comfortable piece while respecting the values of modesty that are dear to us.
We therefore designed a long, very loose, and opaque pair of culottes, with a length designed to reach around the ankle, depending on height.
A piece that visually creates the illusion of a long skirt while retaining the freedom of movement and practicality of trousers.
The coverage of a skirt, the freedom of trousers: the whole spirit of this new Chic & Modesty creation.
A generous, elegant, and perfectly designed cut
The cut was at the heart of our design process.
We wanted a generous silhouette capable of concealing the shape of the legs and hips without creating excessive volume.
The legs were deliberately widened to create beautiful fullness and natural movement when walking.
At the front, structured pleats add character to the cut, while creating an elegant and balanced silhouette.
The length was also carefully considered to offer good coverage without descending excessively low and losing the modern look characteristic of culottes.
A balance of comfort, elegance, and modesty that makes this creation particularly pleasant to wear.
A carefully designed waistband for a polished silhouette
Because we place great importance on finishing touches, we designed a waistband that combines the elegance of tailored trousers with the comfort of everyday clothing.
At the front, the waistband is flat and structured, with a refined finish that makes it easy to tuck in a blouse, shirt, or thin sweater.
The fullness of the cut was specifically designed so that the hips are not fitted, even when the top is tucked in.
At the back, a discreet elastic band follows the movements and provides greater flexibility.
The front closure combines a zip and hook, while belt loops and functional front pockets complete the finishing touches.
Every detail was considered to make these culottes as practical as they are elegant.
Black, an essential with endless possibilities
Timeless and always elegant, black transcends the seasons and adapts to all styles.
With its loose cut and structured drape, these culottes can be used to create both a minimalist outfit and a more sophisticated silhouette.
For a chic look, pair them with a black satin top, a cream blouse, or a white shirt.
For a more casual style, wear them with a loose T-shirt, cardigan, or knit sweater.
They also pair very well with deep colors such as burgundy, chocolate, or olive green, as well as soft shades such as beige, taupe, or ivory.
In spring, they easily complement lightweight fabrics. In autumn and winter, they can be worn with warm knitwear, a long coat, and ankle boots.
An essential piece that can be reinvented according to the seasons and your mood.
A creation true to our values
At Chic & Modesty, our ambition is to offer Muslim women, veiled women, and all those who appreciate modest fashion clothing that never forces them to choose between style, comfort, and coverage.
These culottes perfectly represent our vision of modest and mastoura fashion.
Their carefully considered length, generous cut, and opaque fabric make it possible to create covering outfits while maintaining a modern silhouette.
A mastoura creation that pairs naturally with a long shirt, an elegant hijab, or loose knitwear.
A new essential for a modest wardrobe, to be found in the universe of our Chic & Modesty hijab and ready-to-wear boutique.
The choice of fabric: our standard at the heart of the creation
A meticulous search to find the ideal material
For this creation, the choice of fabric represented an essential step in our work.
We did not want trousers that were stiff, rough, or uncomfortable.
We were looking for a material that offered both a beautiful structure, a pleasant softness to the touch, and enough flexibility to naturally follow movement.
We also wanted an opaque fabric that suited our vision of modest fashion without sacrificing the movement of the cut.
After extensive research, we selected a blend of 50% cotton and 50% lyocell.
A combination of two fibers with complementary qualities.
Cotton for its comfort and structure
Cotton is a natural fiber appreciated for its comfort, breathability, and versatility.
It helps give the material structure, which is particularly useful for preserving the lines and structured pleats of these culottes.
We wanted to retain these qualities while avoiding the stiffness that some all-cotton fabrics can have.
Lyocell for a soft touch and a beautiful drape
Lyocell is a cellulosic fiber particularly appreciated for its softness, flexibility, and ability to follow the movement of the fabric.
Combined with cotton, it helps make the material more pleasant and less stiff than some classic cottons.
This blend may also be less prone to wrinkling than some all-cotton fabrics, although it naturally remains sensitive to creases.
A fabric designed for movement and coverage
This combination of cotton and lyocell allowed us to achieve the result we were looking for: a soft, opaque, flexible material with a beautiful structure and a lovely movement.
The goal was to retain enough structure to highlight the cut while avoiding the stiffness that can sometimes characterize thick cotton trousers.
A fabric that is pleasant to wear in spring and autumn, but can also be incorporated into winter outfits with suitable combinations.
For us, it is precisely this research that makes the difference.
The quality of a creation is felt in the choice of fabric, comfort, drape, and attention to detail.
At Chic & Modesty, we favor materials selected with exacting standards and cuts designed to create clothing that is a pleasure to wear every day.
The details that make the difference
- Material: cotton and lyocell blend, selected for its softness and flexibility.
- Cut: very loose, with a long skirt effect.
- Opaque fabric: for good coverage.
- Front pleats: structured and elegant, for a lovely volume.
- Front waistband: flat and designed, ideal for wearing with a tucked-in top.
- Back waistband: elasticated for greater comfort.
- Closure: zip and hook at the front.
- Pockets: two functional front pockets.
- Loops: belt loops.
- Hips: cut designed not to fit the shape of the hips.
- Length: around the ankle depending on height.
- Color: timeless black.
- Seasonality: spring, autumn, and winter depending on combinations.