harem pants

noun

: women's loose trousers that fit closely at the ankle

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Think angular jackets and harem pants, tapestry sweaters and day dresses with full skirts in a brown and navy palette. Ari Stark, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025 He was inspired by folkloric characters from history, like the Slavic Baba Yaga and the Italian Befana, as well as Victorian lady silhouettes, 17th century panniers, puffed sleeves, and harem pants. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025 Lingerie-dresses and wrapping robes paired with harem pants in delicate lace establish a dreamy foundation. Angela Lei, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 The trademark Disney tone is established as soon as the gorgeous curtain disappears, when Genie — a Cab Calloway type in spangly harem pants — arrives to host what amounts to a variety act at the Sands. Vulture Editors, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for harem pants

Word History

Etymology

from their resemblance to traditional women's attire in some Muslim countries

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of harem pants was in 1888

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“Harem pants.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/harem%20pants. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.

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