I'm in a Relationship With Wide-Leg Pants—Skinny Jeans Are the Collateral Damage

I'm just going to come right out and say it: Skinny jeans are officially canceled from my closet. Sorry if that sounds a little dramatic, but let me explain. No matter how you feel about the classic denim, there's no denying that looser trouser shapes are the reigning silhouette as far as jeans and pants go, and my own closet is proof of this.

I recently did a massive closet cleanout and in the process realized that nearly all the pants and jeans I ditched were skinny and snug fits. I owned multiple pairs at one point but have since found myself drawn more and more to relaxed pant silhouettes, and the fashion world is in complete agreement. There's something undeniably cool about voluminous, wide-leg pants, not to mention they make more sense than ever this year 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.

I have a strong feeling that once you see just how chic the fashion world is making wide-leg pants look, you're going to agree with me here, so scroll on to fill up on styling ideas and shop my favorite pairs.

Style Tip: For summer, pair the roomy trousers with a pretty puff-sleeve top to soften up their tailored feel.

Timeless but far from boring.

& Other Stories has some of the best wide-leg pants out there.

These look so expensive.

Style Tip: Fashion girls' go-to way to wear the pants right now? With an oversize leather jacket and sporty sneakers.

The staple that will be everywhere come fall.

This color automatically looks so luxe.

A fashion-person fave.

Style Tip: Skip the tailor and let your trousers pool around your ankles for a look that feels very right now.

Every wardrobe needs one.

How pretty is this soft blue?

The low-slung fit on these is very 2022.

Style Tip: Create a timeless look when you lean into wardrobe basics like a button-down shirt and simple sneakers.

Timeless and chic.

A forever staple.

These are immune to trends.

Style Tip: Balance out the loose-fitting pants with a little crop top for a very on-trend look.

I'm obsessed with this twist detail.

I own the shorts version of these, and I can attest to their impeccable fit.

Cool-girl approved.

Style Tip: Create a relaxed, casual vibe when you pair a collared shirt with wide-leg trousers and flats.

One of the most versatile basics you can own.

Summery print, fall-ready color palette.

Comfy and cute.

Style Tip: Another current trend that just so happens to look great with wide-leg pants? Bustier tops.

This literally looks designer.

All about that tailored fit.

Simple but effective.

Style Tip: Fashion girls are all about giving their suits a modern feel by dressing them down with tees and sneakers.

Everyone needs one.

You'll live in boxy shirts like this.

Comfortable but incredibly polished.

This New Balance silhouette is bubbling up more.

Style Tip: A crisp white tee is a perfect way to wear a pair of bright trousers.

Whether or not you live in the City of Angels.

All aboard the Barbiecore train.

A pretty addition to your necklace stack.

Style Tip: A delicate blouse is a great way to make these relaxed pants look a bit more elevated.

I can never say no to plissé.

Pair these with a pretty top and sandals.

Style Tip: Try something fitted up top and sleek for the shoes to offset the wide-leg fit of the pants.

Chic!

One of Reformation's best-selling trousers.

Style Tip: Throwing on a big blazer is always a good idea. 

The boxier the blazer, the better.

To wear with high-waisted pants.

The Frankie Shop's suiting is simply unmatched.

Style Tip: Retro sneakers are a great way to transition the trousers into the weekend.

If you like your basics with a little something extra.

Sophisticated.

If they're good enough for Hailey Bieber…

Style Tip: If you want to dress them up, I suggest this chic look involving a cutout top and square-toe heels.

This neckline, though.

All about that puddle hem.

Style Tip: Tuck a chunky knit sweater (or sweater-vest) into high-waisted pants when the weather starts to cool off.

Sweater-vest season is almost upon us.

You can't look anything but chic in these.

To add a retro-sporty feel.

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This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

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