I’ve been in media since 2013, working with various editors, for various publications, under various budgets. Every editor I’ve known has had a few important qualities in common, like a sense of vision and multitasking capabilities that I and my ADD-addled brain will never master. One thing they definitely didn’t have in common, however, was style.
I’ve had editors who look like they stepped out of an issue of Kinfolk, editors who look walking American Eagle ads, and editors who would consider wearing That Bodysuit. But this reality apparently doesn’t compute for the fashion industry, because according to them there are very specific staples that an editor wears. That’s why they literally name these clothing items The Editor.
But who the fuck is this Editor? Who is she? Why do we want to dress like her?
I don’t know who this chick is, but here’s what I do know.
1) She must have ample room around her ankles!
If you look up “editor pants” you’ll find a slew of what are essentially boot cut trousers or kick flare pants, almost always with a mid or low rise. For some reason, the last eight years of fashion never happened and editors do not care for high waisted pants! The more you know.
Top Shop sells a pair of Editor Jeans in six different washes:
Express currenly sells exactly 39 pairs of Editor Pants. Honestly, these just look like “I’m working in a business casual workspace” pants, but okay! Editor it is.
And here are a few descriptions from miscellaneous Express Editor Pants:
Always a cut above, our Editor offers uniquely sophisticated and versatile style. From a day full of meetings to a night full of fun, they help make every move smooth. The new waistband features more stretch for a better fit and wear-all-day comfort.
Dress for success. A slim, straight fit streamlines your silhouette, while a structured cut with Studio Stretch adds substance and comfort. Pair this flattering workwear staple with a Portofino and heels to move from desk to dinner with ease.
For a crisp, confident look you can take to the office, this low rise Editor pant gives you the room you need to stay comfortable all-day, while looking polished and stylish at the same time.
So stretchy, transitions from day to night. Is this spillover from a time when editors were thought to have very glamorous lives? Some do, sure, but a day full of meetings is usually followed by a night full of takeout and binging Love Island.
