What to Wear with Black Pants?

Are you wondering how to stylishly wear black pants? What shoes or jacket should you pair with them? What colours should you team them up with?

You're in the right place.

As a fashion enthusiast, I consider black pants to be a staple that’s essential to have in your wardrobe, ensuring you’re never at a loss for outfit ideas.

However, there are many styles and materials, and to make them look great, it's essential to know a few tips. That’s why I’ve put together this guide, which covers everything you need to know on the topic.

No matter your style, black pants are an ideal choice for a comfortable and easy-to-wear daily outfit. Create a contrast by pairing them with white, or go for a monochromatic look with an all-black ensemble! Black pants can also be styled with a single vibrant colour, such as red, mustard yellow, or petrol blue. To figure out what to wear with your black pants, pay attention to their style and choose clothing and accessories that complement them. For a loose-fitting black pant, chic bohemian clothing is a great option!

Want to learn more? Keep reading to discover:

• Tips for choosing a flattering pair of black pants,
• What colours can be paired with black pants, depending on your preferences and style,
• How to style black jeans, fluid trousers, or even leather pants,
• How to accessorize your outfit to make a statement (shoes, bags...),
• And many inspiring outfit examples!

How to Choose the Perfect Black Pants?

Easy to pair and versatile, black pants can be a true ally when it comes to putting together stylish and comfortable outfits for everyday life. In the following lines, I will share some tips on how to choose a pair of black pants that flatter you and that you'll wear time and time again.

A staple that fits into your wardrobe

There are many types of black pants: jeans, wide-leg, capris, and more. If you're unsure, there's a straightforward trick to ensure you make the right choice. When purchasing your black pants, visualize your wardrobe and create at least three different outfits with them. Since this is a wardrobe staple, it should fit your style rather than the other way around. For example, if you often wear blouses, chic tops, or tailored clothing, it would be wise to choose a classic, fluid pant with a straight cut and a front crease that matches your style.

Choose Your Size Carefully

Choosing the right size is another important factor to consider if you want to wear your pants often. If you're shopping in-store, don't hesitate to try on your pants. If you're making an online purchase, make sure to take your measurements beforehand to avoid mistakes with the size you order. Opt for pants that aren’t too tight, allowing you to move comfortably. To encourage you to wear them every day, these pants should be comfortable and allow for freedom of movement.

👉 Do you have slightly wider hips and worry that your pants keep sliding down? If so, choose a high-waisted style, and you can add a belt. This way, you won't spend your days pulling them back up!

Do all colours really go with black?

It's often said that black is an easy and flattering colour to wear, as it can be paired with many shades. I'll take you through this in detail in the following paragraphs to determine what the easiest colours to match with black are.

White

The combination of black and white creates a very chic look, perfect for adding a haute couture touch to your outfit. Wearing a white top with black pants brightens your face while highlighting your trousers.

This colour combination is mainly worn in winter, and pairs well with warm, layered clothing.

👉 Like white, grey highlights black. However, it is more nuanced and adds a touch more subtlety to your outfit. While a black and white ensemble stands on its own, I recommend that if you want to wear grey with your black pants, you should add a third colour in small accents. This could be white, but also a bolder colour, such as fuchsia pink or mustard yellow.

The Black

The renowned all-black look is a timeless classic! However, it's not as easy to put together as it seems. The key lies in the skill of mixing different fabrics. With a pair of opaque black pants, you can pair them with materials like tulle, leather, wool, or lace… each of which will add depth to your outfit.

Feel free to mix loose and fitted clothing to add style to your outfit. A successful look will have a rock 'n' roll and grunge vibe, which will enhance your silhouette while showcasing your dynamic personality.

Brown and Beige

These hues add a lot of authenticity to an outfit: they help create depth while remaining very natural. Additionally, they are perfect for creating harmonies and balancing your look: it's quite easy to pair, for example, a pair of natural leather shoes, a bag in the same material, and a beige cardigan.

Moreover, these are colours that look great on women with blonde or brown hair: they complement your hair colour beautifully and create the impression that your clothing has been thoughtfully selected to enhance your complexion.

Vibrant Colours

In fashion, black is often paired with a vibrant colour to create contrast. This can include fuchsia pink, apple green, teal blue, bright yellow, or even red.

Typically, it involves a single colour, which helps create a unique two-colour look. White can be added depending on the shade.

With black pants, you could wear a top and a pair of red shoes to give yourself a stylish and vibrant look!

Purple and Yellow

The combination of black, purple, and mustard yellow is well-known: these three colours blend perfectly to create a stylish look for fall and winter. The black and purple add sophistication to your outfit, while touches of mustard yellow bring it to life.

👉 These tones pair well with natural leather. Don’t hesitate to wear them with a nice pair of camel boots!

Metallic Shades

These vibrant colours are perfect for completing your outfit: they can be incorporated in small accents:

• on shoes,
• on a bag,
• with a piece of jewellery,
• with a belt buckle…

Gold and silver will naturally add elegance to your winter outfit, allowing you to express your style with ease.

What about pastel shades?

Light green, pale yellow, soft blue… Pastel shades are often worn in the summer and align with the romantic chic trend. Pairing them with black pants might create a too stark contrast and result in a somewhat dreary look. If you love pastel tones, I recommend pairing them with grey or white instead.

👉 The powdered pink color stands out as an exception: it pairs nicely with black, especially if the outfit includes gray as well! This combination will give you a soft and quite feminine result.

What to Wear with Black Jeans?

Of all the black pants, jeans are probably the easiest to style! Depending on what you pair them with, you can achieve a more casual or polished look.

To brighten up your face, don't hesitate to wear a stylish white blouse. A checked top or a striped sailor shirt would be perfect for adding character to your outfit while keeping it classic.

With a black perfecto jacket, you'll achieve a rock-inspired look that showcases your rebellious side!

When it comes to footwear, you can wear sneakers, dress shoes, or even boots! A nice pair of heels can dress up your jeans if you need your outfit to be a bit more polished.

How to Match Black Leather Pants?

It's a trendy and sexy fashion piece that, when styled correctly, can look very glamorous. To break away from the typical motorcycle outfit cliché, avoid pairing it with other leather garments. Instead, feel free to combine it with soft materials that create a nice contrast: a wool jacket, a cashmere sweater...

With a pair of black leather or faux-leather pants, wear elegant shoes with heels. In summer, you might opt for ankle-strap sandals. If it's colder, it's the perfect time to pull out a lovely pair of ankle boots!

👉 This type of pants pairs particularly well with tone-on-tone outfits: feel free to wear it with shades of grey and white!

What to Wear with Black Flowing Pants?

Do you love clothing that is both loose and comfortable, yet stylish? If so, I recommend going for a flowy black pant. This type of garment is usually high-waisted and generally flatters women of average to tall height. When well-tailored, it enhances your curves if you have them.

👉 It can be worn with bohemian-style clothing, which is also loose-fitting and flattering. If you're looking for shopping ideas in this trend, or inspiration on how to style your black pants, I invite you to visit our online shop now! You'll find original tops to help you create a unique style!

Tunic and blouse

How to Wear High-Waisted Black Carrot Pants?

These flowy pants, tapered at the ankles and slightly looser at the thighs, suit most body types, but especially flatter petite women. They can be worn with either heels or flats, depending on the look you want to achieve.

For the top, you can choose a stylish blouse or even a simple sweater (which you can tuck in a bit). Play with patterns and fabrics to customize your outfit and add a touch of originality!

What to Wear with Black Leggings?

Sometimes criticized as a fashion faux pas, black leggings can actually create beautiful outfits if chosen to be opaque and of good quality. In this case, they resemble pants: there are even what are called “treggings”, a combination of “trouser” and “legging”.

To elevate your look, pair them with a lovely long tunic or a denim jacket or shirt, which will give your outfit a bohemian flair.

Don’t forget the accessories to personalize your outfit!

To complete your look with black pants and add some personality, nothing beats opting for one or more unique accessories that showcase who you are! This could be a scarf, a bag, jewelry, sunglasses, a brooch, or even a hat!

👉 Looking to make your black and white outfit stand out? In that case, opt for a simple accessory in a bold colour that will add personality to your look and help you stand out from the crowd!

I hope this article has provided you with plenty of tips for wearing black pants every day, as well as some inspiration to create a style that reflects who you are!

If you're looking for more fashion tips on how to effectively pair the colour black in your outfits, be sure to check out this other blog article, which is dedicated to styling a black dress!