KNWLS Trousers and Jeans: Low-Rise Guide

KNWLS trousers and jeans sit low on the hip and lean on denim treatments: gloss-sprayed bootcut jeans, red gloss breeches, wool cigarette trousers with a peplum, Halcyon mesh leggings and cotton jersey sweatpants. Start with the Alice Bootcut Jeans in Brown Gloss, then shop all KNWLS beside our designer trousers.

Most of these trousers are half of a set, so read this with our KNWLS corsets and KNWLS tops guides.

• KNWLS jeans and breeches are made in Turkey, with gloss spray finishes developed by the label.
• The Alice jeans are low-rise and bootcut in brown gloss-sprayed denim, matching the Alice bustier and jacket.
• The Astra breeches are low-rise with a dropped crotch, in red gloss denim, a KNWLS exclusive.
• The Victoria trousers are low-rise charcoal wool cigarette trousers with a gathered peplum at the hip.
• The Halcyon leggings are high-rise, slim and lightly flared in printed power mesh.

Which KNWLS jeans should you choose?

KNWLS denim is about finish. Both styles in the edit carry a specially developed gloss spray, which gives the cotton the look of waxed leather.

Alice Bootcut Jeans

The Alice Bootcut Jeans in Brown Gloss are low-rise and bootcut, with flat-felled seam panels at the thigh, five pockets, a zip fly, an antique brass button and an embroidered KNWLS leather patch at the back. They are 99% cotton and 1% elastane. Wear them with the Alice Denim Bustier for the full brown look. More in our designer jeans.

Astra Breeches

The Astra Breeches in Red Gloss take a riding breeches shape into denim: low-rise, with a dropped crotch and seams at the knee, sprayed bright red. They are a KNWLS exclusive and match the Astra Claw Jacket in Red Gloss.

Miss Sixty x KNWLS Crease Jeans

From the Miss Sixty collaboration, the Miss Sixty x KNWLS Crease Jeans are still in stock.

What are the KNWLS Victoria trousers?

The Victoria Trousers in Charcoal are low-rise wool cigarette trousers with a gathered peplum ruffle at the hip, belt loops, a concealed zip fly and an embroidered patch at the back. Made in the United Kingdom, they match the Victoria Corset, and together they make a suit with a corset where the shirt would be.

What are the KNWLS Halcyon leggings?

The Halcyon leggings match the Halcyon top: fine, semi-sheer printed power mesh with sportswear seams, cut high-rise and slim with a gentle flare and an elasticated waist. They come in the navy and lilac Scarf Print and the sage and pink Wallpaper Floral. Wear them under a Skinn dress for a printed set. More in our leggings.

What are the KNWLS Haze sweatpants?

The Haze Sweatpants in Grey Marl are wide-leg cotton jersey with a ribbed short built into the high waist, so they look layered on their own. They match the Haze Hoodie in Grey Marl, which has a ribbed corset waist. For something shorter, the Ghost Shorts in Grey Marl are close-fitting jersey with ruching at the waistband.

Are there KNWLS Nike leggings?

Yes. The Nike Ghost Leggings in Black and Nike Ghost Leggings in Olive Flak are high-rise flared stretch leggings with cut-outs at the waist and buttons at the ankle. See the KNWLS Nike guide.

How do KNWLS trousers fit?

Low-rise styles sit on the hip, so the waist measurement matters less than the hip. Woven trousers and jeans are sized UK 6 to 12, jersey and leggings XS to XL. Take your usual size, and size up in the Alice jeans if you are between sizes, since the denim has very little stretch. See the KNWLS size guide.

Are low-rise trousers hard to wear?

Less than they look. The trick is the top. A low rise with a long, loose top hides the waist and shortens the leg, which is why low-rise trousers can feel awkward. With a short, fitted top, the same trousers lengthen the leg and show the waist, which is exactly how KNWLS cuts its sets. If bare skin is not your preference, a fitted bodysuit tucked into the trousers gives the same line with full coverage. The Bellona Leotard in Subtle Green is the KNWLS version.

Which shoes go with KNWLS trousers?

A pointed boot is the best match for the Alice bootcut, since the toe peeks out under the flare. The Victoria cigarette trousers suit a kitten heel and a slim loafer. The Astra breeches look best with a flat boot, which echoes their riding shape. And the Haze sweatpants and Halcyon leggings go with trainers, including the Nike Air Max Muse Trainers in Elemental Pink from the KNWLS Nike collection.

How do you style low-rise KNWLS trousers?

Keep the top short. A corset, a cropped knit and a Halcyon top all show the low waist, which is the point. A pointed boot lengthens the bootcut, and a kitten heel suits the Victoria cigarette trousers.

Frequently asked questions

Are KNWLS jeans low-rise?

Yes. The Alice jeans and Astra breeches are both described as low-rise and sit on the hip.

What is the gloss finish on KNWLS denim?

It is a spray finish developed by KNWLS that gives the cotton denim a shine close to waxed leather.

Are KNWLS Halcyon leggings see-through?

They are semi-sheer printed mesh, so they show some skin. Many people wear them under a dress.

How do you wash KNWLS jeans?

Machine wash at 30 degrees. Turning them inside out helps protect the gloss finish.

Do KNWLS trousers come with matching tops?

Yes. The Alice jeans match the Alice bustier, the Victoria trousers the Victoria corset, and the Halcyon leggings the Halcyon top.

Where can I buy KNWLS trousers?

Coveti stocks the Alice, Astra, Victoria, Halcyon and Haze styles, with worldwide express shipping and authenticity guaranteed.