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
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.
STOULSBugsy paneled leather tapered pants€2,090.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizexx small - low stockx smallsmallmedium - low stocklarge - low stockx 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 Size2324 - out of stock25 - low stock2627 - out of stock28 - low stock29303132
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