There's something undeniably cool about voluminous, wide-leg trouser, not to mention that they've made more sense than ever over the last couple of years seeing as comfort has become our top priority when getting dressed. The relaxed but still polished trousers just might be the answer to avoiding another sweatpants slump. Plus, they're so versatile, with the ability to be dressed up or down and for all and every season with a simple swap of layers and accessories.
If you're ready to retire your skinnies, keep scrolling to fill up on wide-leg trouser outfit ideas so you know how to best style shoes, tops and jackets with these looser silhouettes. And, you can shop all the pieces you might need to help recreate the looks.
13 Wide-Leg-Trouser Outfits That Look Good With Everything:
1. Blazer + Wide-Leg Trousers + Pointy Shoes
Style Notes: For transitional weather, pair the roomy trousers with a tailored blazer and if it gets chilly, you can always shoulder robe a jumper or throw on a trench on top.
2. Denim Jacket + Wide-Leg Stripe Trousers + Sandals
Style Notes: Throwing on casual stripe trousers is always a good idea for a lazy weekend. For a luxe upgrade, pair with indigo was denim and a barely-there sandal.
3. Waistcoat + Wide Leg Tousers + Crossbody Bag
Style Notes: You can't go wrong with a classic waistcoat and tailored trousers combination, especially when the weather starts to warm up. If it's still too mild for sandals, try a suede loafer for the perfect off-duty weekend outfit that says "casual cool".
4. Oxford Shirt + Polo Neck + Wide-Leg Tailored Trousers
Style Notes: Layer up a monochrome look with matching hues like aubergine and black, broken up with a fresh pop of white.
5. Biker Jacket + Shirt & Tie + Wide-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: Leather and tailoring is always a good idea, especially when you toughen up an office-appropriate ensemble with a cool jacket. Just this season's most discussed accessory—the tie, to bring the look right up to date.
6. White Tee + Maxi Coat + Wide-Leg Chinos
Style Notes: This humble white tee is a great way to make these relaxed pants look a bit more elevated, especially with a belt and longline coat too. Add a leather tote in a near-complementary shade to bring it all together.
7. Head-To-Toe Colour Blocking
Style Notes: The fashion girls' go-to way to wear the trousers right now? With various layers in the exact same shade—the easiest way to add laidback appeal to tailoring.
8. Button-Down Shirt + Wide-Leg Trousers + Trainers
Style Notes: Create an effortless and timeless look when you lean into wardrobe basics like the smart button-down shirt and simple sneakers.
9. Crew Neck + Wide-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: Instagram's best dressed are all about giving their trousers a modern minimalist feel by replacing blouses with pared-back knits. Add a pair of flats and a sleek tote for the full effect.
10. Cut-Out Top + Wide-Leg Pleated Trousers
Style Notes: If you want to dress up casual pleated trousers for evening, I suggest this chic look involving a cutout top and square-toe heels.
11. Colour Pop Top + Wide-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: Another current trend that just so happens to look great with wide-leg pants? Bright tops. It doesn't get more impactful than this, especially ahead of the sunnier seasons.
12. Form-Fitting Top + Wide-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: Balance out the wide-leg proportion with a form fitting top like Amy's elegant approach to evening dressing that feels right on time for spring. Obsessed.
