Bloomers don't necessarily look flattering, but they are becoming fashionable

Salter House offers poufy bloomer pants that nip at the ankles. Here, it is shown worn under a dress. Photo: Instagram/Salter House

They billow like paper lanterns. They can reach the ankles, or cinch into two large puffballs around the upper thighs.

They may not be sexy to anyone but the person who’s wearing them – and that’s sort of the point.