Culottes are wide-legged trousers that typically reach mid-calf or ankle length, originally worn by women in the 18th–19th centuries and reimagined in various fashion cycles. In modern usage, culottes describe a separate garment that resembles a skirt but is actually trousers, offering a loose, flowing fit. The term often implies a vintage or Parisian chic sensibility and can appear in fashion journalism and retail descriptions.
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