The Chicest Ways To Wear Leather Pants
Reimagined in modern, relaxed shapes, leather pants are the piece of the moment – and we all need a pair, says GEORGIE LUCAS. Read on for the styles to invest in now and how to wear them
Once the preserve of punk legends and rock royalty, leather pants have a rich sartorial history. But despite possessing the same utilitarian roots as denim, they haven’t been held in quite the same regard – until now. Over the past few years, leather pants have transitioned from a cyclical trend to a bona fide closet staple, largely thanks to the evolution of the material – softer hides, recycled leathers and a host of vegan alternatives have allowed designers to offer a plethora of colors and shapes to suit all tastes.
A glance at street-style tastemakers is proof of the versatile styling options leather pants offer, be it day to day with a long coat, relaxed white tee and sneakers; for work with a turtleneck, oversized blazer and pumps; or for evening drinks with heeled boots and a lace-trimmed camisole. In terms of silhouette, opt for looser shapes over fitted, as they’re more versatile and easier to style.
CHLOÉLeather flared pants
NOUR HAMMOURMilo paneled leather wide-leg pants€1,050.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3436 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock
ALAÏALeather barrel-leg pants
AGOLDEKick Boot recycled leather-blend flared pants
With wide-leg jeans already cemented as a closet staple, it makes sense that wide-leg leather pants would follow suit – and, naturally, some of the best come from modern denim designers. Flattering and effortlessly cool, Nour Hammour’s ‘Milo’ pants look ultra-chic paired with a chunky cable-knit and suede boots. And trust fashion-insider favorite Agolde to deliver the ultimate everyday design – the ‘Kick Boot’ style comes in a fitted shape that flares gently at the hem and will slip seamlessly into your day and evening rotation. Frame’s ‘Rodeo’ pair, meanwhile, comes in a classic bootcut shape that works as well with tailoring and flats as it does with heels and a slinky top.
Our fashion team’s top pick? Stouls’ ultra-soft, tapered ‘Bugsy’ style. Crafted in a versatile dark brown, they go with everything from cozy cashmere knits to tailoring. The Parisian brand’s founder, Aurélia Stouls, suggests pairing them “with an oversized shirt and flat sandals for an effortless, modern silhouette that blends comfort with understated luxury.”
STOULSBugsy paneled leather tapered pants€2,090.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizexx small - low stockx smallsmallmedium - low stocklargex large
JOSEPHDuke cropped leather flared pants
AGOLDE'90s Pinch Waist Long recycled leather-blend straight-leg pants - 32"€400.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock2526272829 - out of stock30 - out of stock3132
FRAMERodeo leather bootcut pants€1,440.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock25 - low stock262728 - low stock29 - out of stock303132
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