How to Buy Parachute Pants

Parachute pants are making a long-awaited comeback. Their airy, baggy comfort has been re-sculpted from MC Hammer cheesiness to high fashion glamor. Anyone who has worn a pair of the pouffy pants knows that, even despite fashion, the comfort and coolness the pants provide are well worth the while. Follow these steps to buy a pair of parachute pants.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. Shop rave stores and brands. One of the biggest groups to reignite the parachute pants trend is the rave scene. Ravers love the parachute pants' loose and baggy fit and have co-opted a style that once belonged to rap fashion. Check out rave brands like UFO to buy quality parachute pants.

2. Go vintage. A number of retailers and specialty vintage clothing shops have recognized the demand for old-school parachute pants and are meeting that demand. You can buy original, 1990s parachute pants from the Parachute Pants Fan club. There you'll find shiny threads that can't be mistaken for anything other than parachute material.

3. Buy on eBay. Online auction sites and retailers are flush with old and new parachute pants. Shop around to find the right color, style and fit so you can be the lucky one to sport the pouffiest pants on the block.

4. Commission a custom pair of parachute pants. Luckily, the material and style of parachute pants are very easy to duplicate. The ripstop nylon used to give a parachute-like feel to parachute pants is widely available, while the baggy and loose cut does not require a skilled tailor to make a precise cut. Find a bit of material from a fabrics store and a competent tailor to have a pair of parachute pants crafted especially for you.