Dresses Are Chic, But These 7 Celebrity-Backed Trouser Trends Will Make You Look Much More Polished

Given the spell of cold winds and dark skies we’ve had lately, it’s no surprise to see see trousers dominating winter trends for the rest of the year. Even those of us who are card carrying dress devotees are ready shelve breezy skirts in favour of structured separates, and celebrities are leading the charge in wearing the trouser trends that we’re likely to see in 2024, and into 2025 too.

Given their insider access to runway pieces and custom looks, the A-list often pick up trends a beat before the rest of us, and trousers have inserted themselves into the winter wardrobes of some of our favourite style icons for the last few months. Whether you’re looking for polish, practicality or just some new season pieces to upgrade your look, there is a trouser style for everyone right now. From cargos, and joggers, to low-slung waistlines and high-waisted tailoring, trousers are are in their element this year, and despite those who want to make the “no trousers trend” happen (we’re looking at you Kendall), we’re happy leave bare legs to summer and jump into a pair of comfy pants.

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After searching through hundreds of street style pics to find out which trousers celebs were most regularly photographed in, I measured them up against 2024’s runway references. And, sorry to our leggings, leather, and capris, but the below seven styles are what the A-list consider truly worthy of your wish list this season. Wondering if your favourite styles made the cut? Keep scrolling to see the biggest celebrity trouser trends this autumn/winter.

1. CHECK TROUSERS

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Style Notes: A print trend worth checking out this season? Plaid, of course. Checks, tartan and plaid always feel synonymous with cold-weather dressing, and this year is no exception. If Katie Holmes navy knit and mustard trousers combo has taught us anything, it’s that stripes go with everything, and if you’re looking for an easy way to style up a simple turtleneck, you just found it.

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2. PYJAMA PANTS

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Style Notes: It’s hard enough getting out of bed in winter without then having to think about what to wear. Take the pressure off by slipping into something comfortable like a loungewear trouser you can wear outside too. Baggy, wide-legged drawstring trousers might not seem like the obvious choice for winter, but with the right elements up top, you’ll be happy you opted for comfort first. Instead of Jennifer Lawrence’s summer tank top and shirt, try a chunky cable knit or a cashmere cardigan over a tee to give this trend the layers it needs.

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3. LUXE CARGO

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Style Notes: When the cargo trouser first made its way back onto the scene in 2023, you could almost hear the collective groan of millennials who’d grown up wearing rustly, metallic or camo printed trousers over 15 years ago. I’m happy to report then, that cargo pants don’t have to be covered in pockets, zips and toggles to be cool in 2024, they just have to have a strong silhouette. Take tips from Ayo and pair a baggy trouser with tailoring on top for an elegant spin on the usually casual trend.

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4. STATEMENT RED

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Style Notes: If you were to ask us what was undoubtedly the biggest colour trend of the last 12 months, we’d be torn between two equally strong options. One—chocolate brown, the other, fiery red. While both have worked extremely hard in our wardrobes, covering everything from knits to dresses and shoes to bags, it’s hot red that really gets heads turning, and Sophia Richie Grainge’s latest outing in a pair of red trousers shows just how easy the colour is to pair with expensive-looking neutrals.