6 Black Wide-Leg Trouser Outfits I’ll Wear Nonstop This Autumn

August 22, 2024

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6 Black Wide-Leg Trouser Outfits I'll Wear Nonstop This Autumn

When I think of black wide-leg trousers, I automatically conjure up visions of the pair I bought––that were 5 inches too long for my 5′ 4″ frame––when I started my first office job. Fortunately it wasn’t long before I then started working in the fashion industry, where, at the time, black trousers weren’t really the uniform or vibe. However, thinking back to my OG pair, I now realise they’re the reason I’ve avoided black trousers ever since––unless they’re of the jean or stretchy variety. At least that was the case, until I tried on an & Other Stories pair that all of my editor friends rave about, and they totally changed my mind.

More tapered in the leg, meaning they didn’t flood the floor like a lot of other wide-leg styles I’ve tried, they fit so much better than other options I’ve been tempted by throughout the years. And after having bought this high-street gem, I wanted to find some non-corporate ways to wear my new purchase. This search, naturally, led me to Instagram.

Here, I found that black trousers and a pretty top is the new, very chic jeans-and-a-nice-top formula. If you’re in any doubt, you really can’t go wrong with a black co-ord; that said, a slogan T-shirt, fun coat or striped polo shirt can be added to create a whole new, directional vibe to the trousers which, previously, rarely saw the outside of the office.

Acting as the base for so many brilliant outfits to be built upon, here are six looks that changed my mind about black wide-leg trousers.

6 Black Wide-Leg Trouser Outfits I’ll Wear Nonstop This Autumn

1. Black Wide-Leg Trousers + Black Waistcoat + Sandals

Style Notes: Let me tell you, the waistcoat is still going to be a prevalent piece in your wardrobe going into autumn. While the weather is still holding out, make like Marianne and team your favourite black trousers with a matching waistcoat––if it isn’t broke and all that.

Shop the look:

Autograph

Wool Blend Tailored Waistcoat With Silk

M&S Collection

Pleat Front Relaxed Wide Leg Trousers

TOTEME

T-Lock Leather Shoulder Bag

COS

Leather Toe-Thong Sandals

2. Black Wide-Leg Trousers + T-shirt + Ballet Pumps

Lydia wearing black wide-leg trousers

Style Notes: If you’re petite or just prefer to show of your shoes, a wide-leg pair that tapers in at the ankle is the style to opt for. See how Lydia just adds a simple T-shirt and ballet flats? Let me introduce you to your new everyday uniform for those “I have nothing to wear” days.

Shop the look:

Massimo Dutti

Cotton T-shirt

& Other Stories

Tailored Tapered Trousers

Jigsaw

Linnie Flat Pointed Ballerina in Black

THE YSSO

Cote Gold-Plated Earrings

3. Black Wide-Leg Trousers + Logo T-shirt + Fun Coat

Karina wearing black wide-leg trousers

Style Notes: If you’re more of a maximalist, then just use your wide-leg black trousers as a base to a more exciting look. I love how Karina adds a fun logo T-shirt, bold coat and clashing bag. Because autumn needn’t be all about neutrals.