This pattern is easy to make and a delight to wear!

As a long legged but larger pear shaped person, getting cropped trousers is a total nightmare! These are easy and quick to make that I made 3 pairs in viscose for a cruise last Christmas and they didn’t disappoint for comfort. Only 4/5 stars, as the rise was too deep, as other contributors have said (and I normally have to add to the rise).

I was very hesitant at making palazzo pants for myself so I made a wearable toile first. They fit really well and the wide waistband is very supportive and comfortable. I made the test pair in a microfibre designed for swim shorts with a surfboard print. The second pair are calf length in a linen/cotton with a vertical design and the long pair in a waffle polyester with cute giraffes.
The softer polyester falls very nicely but the linen mix is a tad firm and doesn't have the same pleasing drape. I made size 16 with the pair pelvis and back darts.

I gave up making clothes years ago because patterns did not cater for my body shape - in fact I bought the fabric 28 years ago! But this pattern was easy and easy to fit - there is plenty of room for my thighs and I only had to reduce the length in the body. I didn’t bother with the pockets though. Now I am off to make my next pair.....

Thanks once again for a beautiful pattern. I never wear wide leg pants. Never! But I kept seeing people looking so wonderful in their makes, so I thought I would give it a try. I did my usual adjustments that I worked out on my Ames jeans for the apple fit (Amazing!), to modify for my hip to waist ratio, flat seat and being short overall. Worked perfect straight up first go! I might take a bit more from the crotch length next time, but I am eager to try them in different lengths. The fabric I chose was some floaty linen, which crushes terribly, but felt ethereal all day!

I wasn't sure about the silhouette of these for a long time and a half-finished pair sat on my sewing table for a few weeks. But I finished them and immediately LOVED them - what was I waiting for? I made the cropped version in a linen-rayon blend and they're so light and swishy and I've had so many compliments on them. I immediately cut out and sewed up a second pair within days - it's a quick sew. They're very comfortable and the fit is forgiving but it's a fashionable style and it's nice to feel a bit dressed-up after so many months of - not. I made a straight 20 and didn't have to make any adjustments at all, which almost never happens. It can be challenging to get your eye used to a more loose and flowy silhouette after so many years of skinny jeans and leggings but go for it, you'll love them!

I purchased the pattern, because I was intrigued at first sight,how flattering they looked on a b-belly! and thank you,Jenny, that you have put so much thought on this topic,because now I know,I'm not alone with this opinion..But now on for some details:
my measurements W41,H47 put me in a 20 at wait an 16 in hip,apple shape,so I made my first Müsli grading between sizes and ended up with too much bulk at the back and a very long crotch curve,but the fit overall was already amazing,so I rescue the Müsli by simply cutting off an inch from the top and the added the waistband. I already sewed up a New one with silk fabric (tricky!) in a straight 16 an shortened the crotch curve on the line in the pattern. It turned out so beautiful! No bulk in the back,although I have to wiggle a little bit to slip in. The instructions are pretty straight forward and interesting pocket assembling,but it comes together very well..Love it!

These pants and shorts are glorious. I rarely wear pants because I have always had a lot of trouble finding ready to wear ones that fit or even good patterns. Cashmerette has never let me down though, so I decided to give these a go. They fit amazing. I've already made four pairs and have plans for a few more. This is definitely going to be one of my wardrobe staples.

Cashmerette continues to kill it with thoughtful details and probably the best instructions in the industry.

I tried some Big 4 ideas for shorts starting in March, and was not happy with the results. Lo and behold, this pattern came out in April and saved the day!

I absolutely love how the front legs pieces are much slimmer than the back to give much-needed contour for a curvy figure and I think the pockets with facing and perfect in-seam execution are really amazing.

I made two little changes to suit me better:

1) I am not a fan of “scrunched” back elastic, even though I know it’s good for curves. All I did to convert these to a flat elastic construction was cut 2” off the width of the back waistband and sew, with a zigzag seam, a piece of 2” elastic the same length as the waist to the inside panels of the waistband (for none of that awful twisting!). This works really well on me also since my waist is about 1” bigger than the size I ended up making.

2) Apparently my pelvis curve is different than this pattern’s, so I ended up using what is called the “Thin thigh adjustment” (AS IF!!) to raise the crotch a whole 1.5” for the perfect fit.

I already have fabric to make two more shorts and three full-length pants because I am just that in love. Thanks again, Cashmerette!

P.S. My goober face in the photos says everything! I’m also wearing my Dartmouth top here, too.

The Calder Pants is a brilliant combo of palazzo style pants and shorts. So far, I’ve made the cropped length and the shorts and both fit perfectly, straight out of the printer!
As usual, great instructions and very well drafted. It’s a quick sew and the possibilities are endless, depending on your fabric choice, you can dress up or just go for a more casual look. Highly recommended!

For years, I've avoided pants made from woven fabric in favor of knits; no matter how they fit my body when standing, the moment I sit down, pants in a woven make me feel like I'm stuffed in a sausage casing. Until now - I am completely in love with the Calder Pants, and I'm ready to fill my closet with them in every color! They fit like a dream, they swish and swirl so elegantly when I move, they look feminine and professional, and best of all, when I sit down, I'm as comfortable as when I'm in a pair of leggings. It was well worth the time to make a toile - I needed to remove 3" from the rise to properly fit my body - but the Fit Guide posted by the Cashmerette team was a huge help in that process. And now that I've got my pattern adjusted, I can whip out as many pairs of Calders as I can find fabric to match. Thank you, Cashmerette, for designing yet another gorgeous pattern to clothe my curves and make me feel like the goddess I am!

Love how they turned out! But, DO make the muslin (cut to shorts length is enough) because I was 2 sizes smaller than what my measurements indicated. Plus I took in the inside seam a half-inch plus. The instructions for lined pockets stumped me, but I used the exterior fabric for pockets, so I could ignore that step - yay! STILL, this is the BEST experience making pants I've had since high school!

I like how it comes out!

I can't believe how good these trousers look on me. I sewed a size 20 apple, no adjustments, out of midweight 100% linen. I had to cut 2.5 inches off the bottom hem (5'6"). Probably need another inch, but right now, they look just like the pictured orange trousers in terms of length. The long leg and high waist, combined with whatever magic is happening across my belly, creates a smooth, elongated line that is very elegant and professional. These pockets were a new process for me, but I just followed the clear instructions, and they look great and are very sturdy. I don't imagine they will stretch out. This was a muslin before I dive into making more in twill. I can't wait to get started. I'm late the the Calder party, but I'm having a good time.

I love the pattern. I chose this pattern to start fitting pants. I have a very difficult time fitting patterns: 50-inch waist, 52-inch hip, and a size 14 leg, no rear to speak of. I have worked with this pattern and several muslins and got the fit almost right. I started with shorts and would love the below-the-knee pants. Just need to size down the lower part of the back piece. I am excited- would never have gotten this far without the support from Cashmerette patterns.

Calder Pants & Shorts 12-32 PDF pattern

Your patterns are fantastic and I love them, but this pattern did nothing at all for my figure. The short/cullottes looked like I was standing in the center of a giant beach ball. My husband laughed when I walked out wearing them. I’ll try again with a different pattern.

I love this pattern! I made Calder pants (apple pattern) and 2 pairs of shorts. I used a linen blend fabric and the design is fabulous! I paired the pants with the kershoe top and felt fabulous at a dinner party. It came out exactly as I had hoped. Thank you!

I've made two of this so far. First pair from some black drapey fabric I had from who knows where. I think it was from a bag of unused fabric I had been gifted. The pants are lovely with a Haskell shirt. And pockets! I can carry my personal cell phone in one and my work cell phone in the other and they never fall out! Swoon. My second pair is from some half off designer deadstock from Stonemountain and Daughter in Berkeley (they have such great deals) in a very light tan. I wore them on a summer trip to London/Switzerland last summer and they traveled great AND are nice and cooling in hot weather (I think it was a heat wave in both places!) Think palazzo pants for these. They are wide legged, but look fantastic on. It's a quick sew, too, with the ability to wear your make the next day.

I'm still in the middle of making the inevitable fitting alterations but I love this pattern already. It's easy to understand, making complex alterations fairly simple (my body is nowhere near the shape of the pattern block - ever). The pockets are big enough to hold what I want them to hold, and the way they attach to the waistband keeps them in place. I can't wait to finish the pants!

I made view C (the shorts) with a black linen/cotton blend and I am thinking about what fabric I want to use for a pair of pants. I did end up sizing down one size (from a 20 to 18) after making a muslin, but overall they fit great and my muslin from an old sheet will be a great pair of sleep shorts. The pattern was easy to follow and the pockets were not as hard as I imagined. A great beginner pair of trousers for those of us not ready to tackle a zipper!