Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Duckie

Edited by Lester Brathwaite

Duckie Brown is slouching their way into womenswear with the debut of Mrs. Brown this fall.

A Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Your Gay Dad

Edited by Lester Brathwaite

Sometimes a boy falls in love with another boy and they start dating. Then, if avoiding the usual pitfalls of gay romance – such as open relationships, meth addiction, and generally being a human male – they may travel to one of the five states where they’re allowed to legally recognize their union and/or travel to an African or Eastern Asian nation for their pick of needy orphans. Other options include paying their way through the American adoption system or finding a willing lesbian with a free uterus, but no matter the method of conception, eventually there is a baby and it is showered with love and attention from various uncles and aunts of varying gender identities. And that baby will, if avoiding the usual pitfalls of adolescence – such as puberty, meth addiction and generally being a human teenager – they may turn out to be well-adjusted member of society. So after all that work and all that love and all those years bringing you up with a full knowledge of the Liza Minnelli canon, shouldn’t you show your appreciation with the best gifts possible for your gay dad(s) this Mother’s Day?

Balmain Men’s Spring 2011

Edited by Jason Chan, Señor

Continuing in the Balmain tradition of impeccable fits with little dashes of creativity and the new applied to classic items, collection highlights include drop-crotch military pants, one beautiful peacoat, and the same killer combat boots in each look.  Time to start saving in that piggy bank.  Looks post-jump.

HOMBRE HOT OR NOT: Drop Crotch Pants

Edited by McArthur Joseph

Do harem pants make men look cool or like fools?

SHOP Oak: Grey Pleated Drop Crotch Pant; $132

Edited by Kirby Marzec

I should be the poster-child for drop crotch pants, because there seriously isn’t a single pair I won’t endorse! Adding to my list of promoted pants are these gorgeous grey drop crotch trousers by Oak. With pleats and a tapered leg, these are perhaps the classiest pair of drop crotch pants i’ve come across, completely unlike any pair i’ve seen before. Loving the slight sheen too!

Get it at: Oak

SHOP Oak: Black Drop Crotch Sweat Pants, $128

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Comfort ranks #1 in many guys’ minds, but that doesn’t mean boys should have to sacrifice style! Giving men the best of both worlds is none other than Oak with these awesome drop crotch sweat pants. With the trendy drop crotch and skinny leg, the pants are perfect for any fashionisto’s closet while providing the utmost comfort! Not a bad idea for a holiday gift either!

Get it at: Oak

SHOP: Unconditional | Black Drop Crotch Jean With Long Black Zip, $149

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Unconditional might have just made the be-all, end-all jeans of the century. Not only are they skinny leg drop crotch pants, they have full length zippers down the leg!

Get it at Oak!

STREET HEROES: Last Night’s Rad Event

Edited by Hillary Frazier

Stop. Hammer time.  I love those sequined drop-crotch pants.  These guys both looked super fablous, and were perfectly outfitted together.  So many fashion people at the Rad Hourani event, but unfortunately the Fashion Indie cam died early into the night, but we were thrilled to at least be able to catch these dudes.

See the other photos from last night on Cult

STREET HEROES: Frida J

Edited by Monique Montagnese, Contributor

This is a great classic interpretation of slightly drop crotch pants and uber trendy florals. See more of Frida’s boho perfection on her Lookbook.

Drop It Like It’s Crotch

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Whether you call them drop-crotch pants or harems and whether you love them or hate them, the saggy crotch is all the go for spring and well into next season. After reading an article by New York Magazine, one which basically called them horrifying  diapers, only to be worn by models, I found it necessary and proper to throw my two cents in on my current favorite trend. 

Now, I’m sure half of you already own a pair, but for those drop-crotch skeptics, i’m here to change your mind and help you with a bit of styling. I think the first step to tackle is the droopy crotch itself…no girl want’s to look like she’s packing a lil somethin’ somethin’. The easiest way to avoid this is to buy drop-crotch pants that are dressier and of higher quality. Wear a tighter fitting, more feminine top, tuck it in and throw a belt on. A dressier pant gives you an excuse to throw heels on (highly recommended) to really feminize the look. Boots work well with drop-crotch pants because they taper the pant, slimming and elongating the leg to really accentuate the pant structure. Flats and oxfords provide a very casual look, but are best left for the girls with hight on their side!

Overall, to wear drop-crotch pants well, you must exude confidence. Last week I wore a drop-crotch jumpsuit (a double whammy!) and strutted the streets like I owned them. Sure, there were a few sneers from some prissy prep tourists, but I love the look and I rocked it out. Don’t make excuses for your style.

Now that I’m done patting harem pants on the back (erm…crotch?), it’s time to share what you think! Love ‘em? Hate ‘em? How do you wear them? 

Photo: Maje Suede Harem Pants ($445) via Net-A-Porter