20 High-Waisted Pants To Flatter Your Middle

The phrase "what goes up must come down" certainly relates to the style world. And, our inner Kelly Kapowski is thrilled to report that pants are on the rise and covering up our navels in high-waisted cuts this season, creating a sophisticated and slimming silhouette you'll want to adopt faster than you can shout "goodbye, belly button!"

Wear the trousers with crop tops, tuck in a roomy blouse, or dare to couple them with just a sports bra. Ahead, we’ve rounded up 20 middle-flattering, high-waisted pairs, from wide-legged trousers to colorful skinnies, you'll want to step out in. Forget navel-gazing — these are a no-brainer.