Judging from some of the comments that appeared on the fashion regrets blog post, it seems the general consensus is that there is a need for more girls to start wearing pants. Where once were tailored styles of wool blend trousers, now lies a sea of skin tight sheer nylon tights, and it’s a distressing sight.

While I’m not one to employ the tights as pants practice, I can certainly identify with the motivations behind it. For those not blessed with legs for days, pants can be rather a bitch to buy. It’s often a tiresome search to find the right cut, shape and length to suit your body and if you don’t have an entire weekend dedicated to the cause, chucking on an pair of easy leggings is quite understandable. But much like love, there is the right type of pant out there for you. It’s just a matter of looking in the right places and having an open mind to try on different styles.

After a few seasons that promoted the harem and draped pant, tailoring is witnesses a triumphant and modern return. First style of the rank is the pleated trouser like these grey Bassike pants. If you don’t really like a high waist but still want a flattering style these Vero-Moda pleated pants have a slight slouch in the waistband so you don’t end up looking like Harry High Pants.

Another argument against the pant is that it can often appear quite corporate looking, but rolling up the cuffs or cropped styles are a simple way to customise them to suit your style. These Lover cropped twill pant would be nice edition to any wardrobe and these Stretsis cropped pleated trousers are an ideal style to flatter the waist.

If you're on the hunt for a more eyecatching style the Arnsdorf crystal trousers slide down and billow out below the hip creating a unique silhouette that can help hide wide hips. A wide leg trouser can also help balance out wide hips. These Opening Ceremony Sailor pants and an ideal modern option.

If big hips or stumpy legs arn't your problem (lucky!) but you're still looking for an out of the norm style of pant don't be afraid of prints or interesting textures. We love these Crocodile Riding pants by Stolen Girlfriends Club.

And if ever in doubt (or the search for the perfect pant is growing tiresome) try a classic flat front style like these Boy by Band of Outsiders pants.

Last word of advice: wear heels when shopping for pants, its a lot kinder for your legs when looking in the mirror and can help you determine if you need the hem taken up.