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The Best Trousers For Going (Safely) Back To Work

Time to wear pants again - by Pema Bakshi
  • 31 Jul 2020
The Best Trousers For Going (Safely) Back To Work

Women and trousers have been a love story for the ages. But, since we’ve been cooped up, our workwear style has mostly fallen to the wayside and now that a return to the office is (sort of) on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about bottoms that aren’t just sweatpants again. 

Trousers are not only a timeless office staple, but they’ve become a staple for just about every occasion. So, to make the transition to 'normal' clothes a little easier, we’ve rounded up our favourite trouser trends that are perfect for work but are also comfortable enough to not make you miss your pyjamas too much. 

Here are the shades and patterns to shop now. 

Classic Black

erika boldrin

Nothing so seamlessly takes you from work to drinks than the perfect pair of black trousers. No matter what your personal style may look like, they're an absolute must for everyone's wardrobes. 

MSGM trousers

MSGM High-rise Straight Trousers, $285; farfetch.com.au

uniqlo pants

Uniqlo High Waisted Wide Pants, $39.90; uniqlo.com.au

paris georgia pants

Paris Georgia Nina Trouser, $469; theundone.com

everlane pants

Everlane Put-together Pleat Pant, $127; everlane.com

Neutral

vanessa hong

For the weekend option, opt for a low-key neutral shade. Anything in the spectrum of off-white to beige will set a sleek-but-casual tone to any outfit. 

16arlington pants

16Arlington Sakura Wide-leg Crepe Trousers, $681; matchesfashion.com.au

anna quan pants

Anna Quan Roxy Pants in Sand, $450; annaquan.com

alex mills

Alex Mill Boy Pleated Linen Twill Pants, $251.87; net-a-porter.com

Bold Colours

yellow trousers

Whether you live for colour, or it's more of an occasional indulgence, a bold pair of trousers in a vibrant colour or fun print is a great thing to have tucked away for those days when you feel like making more of a statement. 

And if you're keen to work this trend but your style is a little more subdued then try a pastel shades or some subtle embroidery.

ganni pants

Ganni Belted Cotton Ripstop Wide Leg Pants, $316; net-a-porter.com

acne studios trousers

Acne Studios High-rise Flare Corduroy Trousers, $348; mytheresa.com

zara pants

Zara Embroidered Trousers, $69.99; zara.com/au

Earth-Toned

linda tol

Earthy hues of burnt orange, olive, browns and khaki have slowly earned their spot as the new neutral. Not only are these a great way to incorporate colour into an otherwise monochrome wardrobe, but they literally suit everyone. 

frankie shop

Frankie Shop Bea Pleated Trousers, $376; farfetch.com.au

pants

Shaina Mote Museo Pant, $336; theundone.com

zara trousers

Zara Side Vent Trousers, $99; zara.com/au

Preppy Plaids

Bianca Miro

For an instantly polished outfit, look no further than plaid. The fabric that screams old-school elegance is actually extremely wearable and versatile. Teaming with a simple colour palette is a great option, but this is one of the few prints that can also work well other prints too, if you're feeling daring. 

plaid trousers

Bella Feud Angie Prince of Wales Wool Trousers, $709; matchesfashion.com.au

chloe pants

Chloe High-rise Checked Wool Twill Trousers, $1,900; matchesfashion.com.au

hansen and gretel pants

Hansen & Gretel Shelley Check Pant, $259; hansenandgretel.com

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