No Fooling!

Earlier today, I emailed a friend to let her know about a pair of trousers that she -- and every woman in the US, if not the world -- needs to own. When I mentioned that I had bought a pair for myself, she did not believe me. You see, I have not owned a pair of trousers (or jeans) since high school, and it is April Fool's Day.

Ladies, let me just say that these trousers are Magic Pants (not to be confused with the Mormon Magic Underpants). Run to your nearest Banana Republic, and ask for the Martin skinny crop pant.

While they are anything but cropped on me (I am 5'2"), I will argue that this particular pair of "skinnies" defies the general What Not to Wear rules. Look at the close up...my thighs do not look gargantuan. In fact, I think these are the most flattering trousers I have ever worn, and I can wear them with either flats or heels.


So here is the proof that I own trousers -- and they are black trousers no less. I threw out all of my black clothing after a color analysis done in August 2003. In addition to the black magic pants, I also bought a black sweater on clearance. I had intended to wear it -- over a mustard Uniqlo layering shirt -- for football season, however, I doubt if I will have the stomach to root for the Steelers this season. Guys, stay out of bars!