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# Sweetly Speckled Cigarette Pants
The J Crew Cafe Capri is Neck-Tie-Inspired

By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-07-17 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-j-crew-cafe-capri
References: [outblush](http://www.outblush.com/women/fashion/pants-shorts/cafe-capri-in-silk-foulard/) & [jcrew](http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/pants/cafecapri/)

Give gams the attention they deserve without baring skin with the help of the [J.Crew Cafe Capri](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew). Featuring an eye-catching neck tie-inspired pattern, these capris politely demand the attention of every eyeball in the surrounding vicinity.

Although the print embellishing these [tailored trousers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straight-leg-sweatpant) is intense, they still maintain an aura of understated classiness and effortless elegance. Gaining inspiration from classic men's neck ties, the J.Crew Cafe Capri combines dapper masculine styles with elegant 50s-inspired fashions sported by Marilyn Monroe and Jackie O. Made from [silk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisous-empire-collection), these seductive slacks will have you feeling like a gorgeous leading-lady.

Paired with a toned-down or solidly colored top, these capris -- also known as cigarette pants -- will construct a show-stopping outfit for any occasion and make a classy addition to any wardrobe. Now, legs can get the attention without the sacrifice of overexposure -- it's about time.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.0/10
- Popularity: 23% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Neck-tie-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity to create new designs and patterns inspired by classic men's neck ties.
- **Modest Fashion:** Opportunity to create modest clothing that provides coverage without sacrificing style.
- **Masculine-inspired Women's Fashion:** Opportunity to create designs that combine the traditional masculine style with feminine silhouettes.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore and incorporate neck-tie inspired patterns into their collections.
- **Modest Clothing:** The modest fashion industry can use this trend to create trendy yet modest clothing for women.
- **Gender-fluid Fashion:** The gender-fluid fashion industry can explore combining traditional masculine patterns and feminine silhouettes in their designs.

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