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Viral zara pants spark safety debate

Fashion is always changing and unusual trends often grab attention.

Zara’s new Flowy Wide Leg Pants have become a hot topic online with many people jokingly calling them “Death Pants” because their extra long legs can cause people to trip while walking.

Many buyers say the pants look stylish but are not practical for everyday use. The loose, oversized design covers the feet making it easy to stumble especially on stairs or busy streets.

Several social media users have shared stories of falling and getting hurt while wearing them.

According to The Washington Post, 29 year old content creator Ghislaine Engel who is 5 feet 8 inches tall often struggles to find pants that are long enough.

She bought the Zara pants from a store in Amsterdam because they seemed like a perfect fit.  However she later said they were different from other wide leg pants because the extra fabric completely covered her feet making them difficult to walk in.

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After videos of people tripping in the pants spread online many others shared similar experiences.

The trend quickly led social media users to nickname them “Zara Death Pants” and “killer pants.” The Washington Post reported that Zara did not respond to requests for comment.

Fashion experts say the problem may be linked to how clothing is tested. Many garments are checked on mannequins or models who are standing still but they are not always tested in real life situations such as walking quickly climbing stairs or moving through crowded places.

Experts also believe the popularity of oversized clothing has helped make these pants a fashion trend.

Despite safety concerns and criticism the online debate has only made the pants more famous.  Some experts say the catchy nickname has worked as free publicity attracting even more attention.

The trend also highlights how many people are willing to choose bold fashion over comfort and practicality even if it comes with some risk.

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