The wide-leg trouser seems invincible when it comes to the trend cycle. Other silhouettes may come and go (capri pants, balloon-leg jeans, and bootcuts have all passed through fashion's fickle membrane in the past year), but the wide-leg trouser remains a staunch part of our daily wardrobe.
What is it about the wide-leg silhouette that makes it so seasonless and yet still so sought-after? Versatility, for one, is a strong suit (no pun intended) of this piece. A knitted wide-leg trouser provides comfort for lounging around the home, while a more tailored cotton style can provide a base for your workwear wardrobe. A linen pair will see you through many a summer holiday, and the perfect black style can take you from dinners to dates and dancing.
A wardrobe staple they may be, but boring they are not. There are limitless ways to style your favourite pair, and we've compiled seven of our favourite wide-leg trouser outfits for you to shop below.
How to style wide-leg trousers 2025
Espresso dressing
What goes better than black and white? As it turns out, brown and white. This coffee-inspired outfit is not only perfect for your morning espresso walk, it's great for days in the city and evening plans too. For more formal dinners, switch out flats for a slingback heel or heeled sandal for a metaphorical and physical elevation.
The Frankie Shop Morrison double-breasted regular-fit stretch-wool blazer
Arket lightweight T-shirt
Nili Lotan leather belt
The Row Bufus pleated cotton-poplin straight-leg pants
The boot tuck
We'll forewarn you, the boot-tuck styling trick is not for the faint of heart, but when done right, it's a statement look that exudes a definitive level of unabashed style. Opt for a knee-high or 3/4 length boot rather than an ankle style (a tucked-in trouser here tends to look accidental); cowboy boots will add a playful touch to your suit, while a sleek pointed heel lends a polished look.
Loro Piana Genny double-breasted herringbone linen blazer
Loro Piana Nyack trousers
Paris Texas stiletto croc-effect trimmed leather knee boots
Alaïa Click large leather shoulder bag
Layered leather
Doubling up isn't just for denim; a wide-leg pair of leather trousers presents an contemporary take on the classic tailored style of pant, and layering them with an oversized shirt in complementing material is a powerful style play. Accessorise with chunky jewellery and a pair of statement sunglasses for a dose of Eighties femininity.
Agolde Aylin faux leather shirt
Anine Bing wide-leg recycled-leather trousers
Victoria Beckham aviator-style sunglasses
Ferragamo patent leather slingback pumps
The silk pair
Who needs practicality when you can embrace luxury? There's nothing that feels quite as opulent as slipping into a pair of silk trousers before going about your day; this outfit demonstrates their versatility for daytime looks, while for formal evening plans, pair with a matching silk shirt and heels.
Toteme wool-blend cardigan
Asceno Aurelia wide-leg pants
By Alona wave earrings
Gucci Erin horsebit-detailed leather slingback pumps
Neutral stripes
A shirt and wide-leg trouser goes together as well as a morning coffee and croissant. For the season ahead, embrace colourful shirts like the trending butter-yellow hue, or neutral stripes, which will lend a softer approach that's less office-wear and more Parisian laissez-faire.
The Row Parave striped silk-satin shirt
Celine Triomphe oval sunglasses
Reiss Eden elasticated-waist wide-leg twill trousers
Le Monde Beryl Luna ballet flats
The office look
Channelling sleek Nineties minimalism doesn't require much more than a good pair of wide-leg trousers, a black knit vest and some polished leather accessories. Underneath, rotate a shirt in the colder months for a white t-shirt in the summer, or forgo the vest altogether and tie a cardigan around your shoulders. Bring the outfit together with a black belt and matching pair of boots or slingback heels for an effortless yet corporate-appropriate look.
Extreme Cashmere N°156 cashmere-blend sweater vest
With Nothing Underneath boyfriend shirt
Khaite Ona boots
The French format
Red knitwear and a touch of leopard print will never fail to brighten an outfit with a nod to Parisian style. Both high-waisted and cropped wide-leg trousers will complement a ballet flat, while the contrast of masculine tailoring with the softness of a knit remains a favourite styling trick to borrow from the French.
Jardin des Orangers cashmere jumper
Jil Sander lonely heart gold-tone necklace
Vince high-rise wool-blend twill wide-leg pants
