What to wear with black trousers?

Are you wondering how to style black trousers? What shoes or jacket should you pair them with? What colours go well with them?

You're in the right place.

As a fashion enthusiast, I see black trousers as a wardrobe essential that you must have in your closet to ensure you're never short of outfit ideas.

However, there are many styles and fabrics, and to give them a bit of flair, it’s essential to know a few tips. That’s why I’ve put together this guide, which summarises everything you need to know on the topic.

Whatever your style, black trousers are a perfect choice for a comfortable and easy-to-wear outfit for everyday life. Create a contrast by wearing them with white or go for a tone-on-tone look with an all-black ensemble! Black trousers can also be paired with a bold colour, such as red, mustard yellow, or petrol blue. When deciding what to wear with your black trousers, be sure to consider their style and choose clothing and accessories that complement them. For wide black trousers, bohemian chic clothing, for example, is absolutely ideal!

Want to know more? Keep reading to find out:

• Tips for choosing a black pair of trousers that flatters you,
• What colours you can wear with black trousers, depending on your taste and style,
• What to pair with black jeans, flowy trousers, or leather trousers,
• How to accessorise your outfit to showcase your style (shoes, bag…),
• And plenty of inspirational outfit examples!

How to Choose the Perfect Black Trousers?

Easy to match and versatile, black trousers can be a real ally when it comes to putting together elegant and comfortable outfits for everyday life. In the following lines, I’ll share some tips on how to choose a pair of black trousers 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 trousers: jeans, wide-leg, cropped… If you're feeling unsure, there’s a straightforward tip to ensure you make the right choice. When you’re buying your black trousers, picture your wardrobe and create at least three different outfits with them. Since it's a staple piece, it should suit your style rather than the other way around. For instance, if you often wear blouses, smart tops, or tailored outfits, it would be wiser to choose a classic, fluid pair of trousers with a straight cut and a front crease that aligns with your style.

Choose Your Size Carefully

Choosing the right size is another important factor if you want to wear your trousers repeatedly. If you're shopping in-store, don't hesitate to try on your trousers. If you're buying online, make sure to measure yourself beforehand to avoid ordering the wrong size. Opt for trousers that aren't too tight, allowing you to move freely. To encourage you to wear them every day, these trousers should be comfortable and allow you the freedom to move.

👉 Do you have slightly wider hips and worry that your trousers might keep slipping down? If so, go for a high-waisted style that you can team up with a belt. That way, you won't spend your day constantly pulling them up!

Do all colours really go with black?

It's often said that black is an easy colour to wear and flattering, as it can be paired with numerous shades. I invite you to explore this in detail in the following paragraphs, to find out what the easiest colours to match with it are.

The White

The combination of black and white creates a very chic look, which is especially great for adding a high-fashion effect to your outfit. Wearing a white top with black trousers brightens your face while showcasing your trousers perfectly.

This combination of colours is mostly worn in winter, and pairs well with warm clothing.

👉 Like white, grey highlights black. However, it is more nuanced and adds a touch more subtlety to your outfit. While an ensemble in black and white stands perfectly on its own, I recommend that if you want to wear grey with your black trousers, you should introduce a third colour in small accents. This could be white, but you might also choose something more striking, like fuchsia pink, or even mustard yellow.

The Black

The infamous total black look is a timeless classic! However, it isn't as straightforward to pull off as it seems. The key lies in the art of mixing different textures. You can pair opaque black trousers with materials like tulle, leather, wool, and lace… which will add interest to your outfit.

Don’t hesitate to mix loose-fitting items with form-fitting ones to add some style to your outfit. A well-put-together look will have a rock ‘n’ roll and grunge vibe, which will enhance your figure and assert your dynamic personality.

Chestnut and Beige

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

Furthermore, these colours complement blonde and light brown women exceptionally well: they harmonise beautifully with the colour of your hair and create the impression that your outfit has been carefully chosen to enhance your complexion.

Bright Colours

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

Generally, it's about a single colour, which helps create a unique two-tone look. White can be added, depending on the shade.

With black trousers, you could wear a top and a pair of red shoes, giving you a look that’s both stylish and vibrant!

Purple and Yellow

The combination of black, purple, and mustard yellow is well-known: these three colours blend perfectly to create an ideal style for autumn and winter. Black and purple bring sophistication to your outfit, while mustard yellow details add a nice touch.

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

Metallic Tones

These bright colours are perfect for completing your outfit: they can be added in small doses:

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

Gold and silver will naturally add a touch of elegance to your winter outfit, allowing you to express your style effortlessly.

And what about pastel shades?

Pale green, light yellow, pale blue... Pastel shades are often worn in summer and align with the romantic chic trend. Wearing them with black trousers can create a harsh contrast and result in a somewhat gloomy look. If you love pastel colours, I would recommend pairing them with grey or white instead.

👉 The powder pink is quite an exception: it pairs well with black, especially if the outfit also includes grey! You'll achieve a lovely, quite feminine result.

What to Wear with Black Jeans?

Among all the black trousers, jeans are probably the easiest to pair! Depending on what you wear with them, you can achieve a more or less casual look.

To brighten up your face, don’t hesitate to wear a chic white shirt. A checked top or a Breton stripe shirt would be perfect for adding some personality to your outfit while still keeping it classic.

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

When it comes to footwear, you can opt for sneakers, derbies, or even boots! A lovely pair of heels can dress up your jeans if you need your outfit to be a bit more formal.

How to Style Black Leather Trousers?

It’s a stylish and sexy fashion piece that, when paired well, can be very glamorous. To break away from the stereotypical biker outfit, avoid wearing it with other leather items. Instead, don’t hesitate to combine it with softer materials for contrast: a wool jacket, a cashmere jumper…

With black leather or faux leather trousers, wear smart heels. In summer, you might opt for ankle-high sandals. If it's a bit colder, it’s the perfect time to pull out a nice pair of ankle boots!

👉 This type of trousers pairs particularly well with tone-on-tone outfits: don’t hesitate to wear it with shades of grey and white!

What to Wear with Black Printed Trousers?

Do you love clothes that are both loose and comfortable, yet stylish? In that case, I recommend opting for a flowing black trouser. This type of garment is usually high-waisted and flatters women of average to taller heights. When tailored well, it enhances your curves if you have them.

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

Tunic and blouse

How to Wear High-Waisted Black Carrot Trousers?

These flowy trousers, tapered at the ankles and slightly wider at the thighs, suit most body types but particularly flatter petite women. They can be styled with either heels or flat shoes, depending on the look you want to achieve.

For the top, you can go for a smart blouse or even a simple jumper (which you can tuck in slightly). Play with patterns and fabrics to personalise your outfit and make it stand out!

What to Wear with Black Leggings?

Sometimes seen as a fashion misstep, black leggings can actually help create lovely outfits, provided they're opaque and of good quality. In this case, they resemble trousers: there's even a style known as “treggings”, which is a combination of “trouser” and “legging”.

To give them a stylish look, wear them with a lovely long tunic or with a jacket or a raw denim shirt, which will add a bohemian flair to your outfit.

Don’t forget the accessories to personalise your outfit!

To complete your look with black trousers and add some personality, there's nothing quite like incorporating one or more unique accessories that allow you to express who you are! This could be a scarf, a bag, jewellery, sunglasses, a brooch, or even a hat!

👉 Want to make your black and white outfit stand out? In that case, go for a simple accessory in a bright colour, which will add some flair to your look and help you stand out from the crowd!

I hope this article has provided you with plenty of tips on how to wear black trousers every day and inspired you to create a style that reflects who you are!

If you're looking for more fashion tips on how to style the colour black in your outfits, feel free to check out this other blog post, which focuses on wearing a black dress!