What top should I wear with wide-leg trousers for a balanced look?

[Sophia_J]

I just bought a pair of wide-leg trousers that I love, but I’m really struggling to figure out what kind of top to wear with them without looking like I’m drowning in fabric. Everything I try seems to either clash with the silhouette or make my whole outfit feel unbalanced.

[LarryJR]

I found that a slim knit or a tucked in button-down really helped with wide-leg trousers. It keeps the top from swallowing you and a small belt at the waist anchors the silhouette.

[HarperXW]

I tried a cropped blazer over a simple tank and it balanced the proportions without that overwhelmed feeling. The trick for me was adding a bit of height with heels.

[DonaldAG]

A flowy blouse swirled around the legs and looked off, so I stuck with fitted tees or satin camis to keep the line clean.

[Samuel.M]

Would you consider whether the rise or the length of the pants is the real blocker, rather than the top?