From high heels to ‘Zara death pants’: how fashion falls foul of women’s safety
Summary
A pair of wide-legged trousers sold by Zara has caused injuries because wearers trip over the long pant legs. Despite warnings and social media videos showing accidents and broken bones, the trousers remain popular and sell well.Key Facts
- Zara sells wide-legged trousers for £25.99 that some customers have nicknamed “Zara death pants” due to injuries caused by tripping.
- Videos on social media show people falling, breaking bones, and hurting themselves while wearing the trousers.
- Physiotherapists say loose or long clothing like these trousers and high heels can cause balance problems and injuries.
- Wide-legged trousers are also popular at other retailers and trending in sales, especially linen styles.
- Zara describes the trousers as “longer than usual” and loose, with lengths around 108-109cm.
- The average UK woman’s height is about 162.5cm, but much taller “fit models” are often used to design clothing, which can lead to sizing problems.
- A tailor explained that trousers must be sized according to individual body measurements for safety and comfort.
- Fashion has a history of clothing styles that limit movement or cause hazard, such as very tight skirts in the early 1900s.
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