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Pete Davidson, SNL performer, visited the Hill to perform a comedy routine thanks to CAB.
Pete Davidson, SNL performer, visited the Hill to perform a comedy routine thanks to CAB.

Pants for Pete: Review of the Performer's...Fashion Sense

By Maura Colley ’19

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CAB came through this year. If you haven’t heard yet or didn’t go, Pete Davidson came to Hamilton last Wednesday and it was an absolutely hilarious comedy show. Davidson is one of the featured players on Saturday Night Live. He is best known for being the youngest on the show and for being from Staten Island. Having someone from SNL come to campus was exciting—nearly every seat in Wellin was taken. Round of applause for CAB for getting a big name like that!

The show had it all—everything Hamilton kids find funny. Davidson joked about the presidents—both Trump and Hamilton’s very own D. Wippman—he was high (he’s said in interviews that he does his best performances with the help of Mary Jane), he made fun of us for being in the middle of nowhere (hilarious!), but by the end he made us feel better when he brought up Staten Island and how much it sucks compared to, well, everywhere.

However, if you were at the show, you know what I mean when I say that there was only one thing Davidson didn’t have: a good pair of pants. The entire time, Davidson struggled to keep his pants up. Even though he had on a stylish Zara jacket (thank you to whoever asked about it during the Q&A session— now we can match with Pete!) and a Hamilton sweatshirt, it wasn’t enough to hide the fact that his pants were falling down. He even addressed it, and told the audience that it wasn’t his fault—he’s never been able to find a pair of pants that fits him.

Well, Pete, we wouldn’t want you to have to go through life like that, so we’re here to help.

Lucky for Pete, we’re givers over here at Hamilton. We know style (for the most part), and we’re willing to share our tips and tricks. We got together a list of new pants for you, Pete, so you don’t have to worry about sagging anymore!

First of all, the elastic waistband trend is huge. You literally have to try to sag your pants if you’re wearing them. Secondly, comfort over style. Always. Really any joggers will work (and they double as pajamas).

Pants with elastic waistbands really are the way to go. What has become a classic look is now a staple piece in any New Yorker’s wardrobe (and, since Staten Island counts as NYC, these stretchy pants are a must). Actually, though, these are so comfortable, and you shouldgive them a try.

If you want to look a little classier, Urban Outfitters are a good look. Can’t go wrong with those—AND they come with belt loops, just for you. These would probably work for when you’re having dinner at Larry David’s house.

I shouldn’t even have to justify velvet pants. If Kylie Jenner is wearing them, so are we. It looks like the 2000’s are making a comeback.

If none of my suggestions work for you, then you can always rely on some overalls. Hear me out here. Tons of stores are selling them now— and not as a joke. They’re super easy to wear, and you basically already have an entire outfit with just one piece! They’re stylish, practical, the ultimate sign that you’ve given up, and they’re backed by farmers everywhere. If you can’t stand to keep your pants by or up anymore, overalls will do it for you.

There you have it, Pete. Hamilton’s comprehensive list of the best and most stylish pant options for any situation you could get yourself into. If your pants are STILL falling down after you’ve tried all of these… that one’s on you. All we can say is you’re welcome, Davidson.

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