Refer China: Zara Wide-Leg Pants Tripping Hazard Sparks Chinese Social Media Debate

Zara's $45.90 wide-leg pants cause tripping; 'death pants' hashtag hits 110M Weibo. Experts warn loose-legged pants hazardous for walking.

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Zara Wide-Leg Pants Tripping Hazard Sparks Chinese Social Media Debate

A pair of wide-legged pants reportedly caused women consumers to trip while wearing them Photo from social media

A pair of wide-legged pants from fashion brand Zara has recently become an internet sensation after women consumers tripped while wearing them, and discussion over this "death pants," as labeled online, has also been trending on Chinese social media as netizens question whether the style's aesthetic appeal outweighs its everyday inconvenience.

The Zara pants at the center of a new internet phenomenon are called "flowy wide leg pants," which cost $45.90, are made of polyester, and boast an elastic waistband and front pockets, according to CBC News.

Some people claimed that the pants cause them to trip and get injured, with some people saying they even ended up in hospital. Most posted photos of scrapes on their knees or hands, per CNN.

The pants soon became known online as "lethal trousers" and "Zara death pants," according to The Washington Post.

The issue is that the floor-skimming, extra wide fabric seems to wrap around people's feet when they're walking, according to the UK's Fashion Times. But some fashion experts have noted that, regardless of brand, any pants designed with loose fabric around the feet will be hazardous. And not just for tripping, but also for getting caught on bicycle chains, machinery and escalators, CBC reported.

The conversation has also made its way to Chinese social media, where the hashtag "Zara wide-leg pants pose safety risks" has racked up 110 million views on China's social media platform Weibo as users debate whether the trendy style is worth the hassle.