Trust Us, Brown Trousers Make Every Look 95% Chicer
We’re forever faithful to our denim, and there’s definitely a time and a place for great black or navy tailored trousers, but right now, we can’t get enough of Instagram’s looks cemented with a relaxed pair of brown trousers. From wintery boho corduroy to our new favourite barrel-leg, here are four looks anchored by brown trousers that we love. Cool, casual, but chic, all at the same time.
Look 1
Comfy and polished needn’t be mutually exclusive, and Insta star Mariam’s look is the perfect proof. Take a pair of relaxed bloomer-style trousers – we love ours in the summer months, but this proves they work into the chillier months too – and add an edge with this season’s favourite funnel-neck biker jacket. Luxe accessories will keep things looking perfectly pulled together.
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Look 2
The coolest way to wear a cropped faux fur? With baggy trousers. Take style tips from Hanna Stefansson and layer fuzzy textures with retro corduroy – & Other Stories has an excellent pair of wide-leg brown cords in. We’ve upped the colour palette a little to make the look more fun, adding a striped balaclava, a quilted electric blue Damson Madder bag, and a cosy hot red knit.
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Look 3
The barrel-leg was undoubtedly the most popular jean style of 2026. We’re totally sold on it and would go as far as to say it’s now a classic shape in the denim department – cool, comfy, and when done right, super flattering. We love Danielle Jinadu’s head-to-toe brown look, anchored by the silhouette. Just add a knit and evening accessories for the perfect high-low mix.
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Look 4
If your style errs on the boho, this is a great winter approach to the laid-back aesthetic. Brown trousers will add a more rustic, relaxed foundation than denim or tailored trousers. Layer up with a cosy cardigan, a knitted neckerchief, and this gorgeous faux shearling vest from Sessun, as seen on one of our favourites for effortless, undone dressing, Anne-Victoire Lefevre.
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