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Trousers have always been an integral part of the contemporary wardrobe, but the sheer variety of trouser-specific trends that have cropped up over the course of 2022 is particularly noteworthy. Designers left no stone unturned at the spring/summer 2022 shows: there were trousers rendered in paintbox brights at the likes of Valentino and Alexander McQueen, ’80s-inspired tailored pairs at The Row and Altuzarra, Y2K cargos at Tom Ford and Zimmermann — the list goes on.
So where to begin? For a casual weekend ensemble we recommend experimenting with cargo trousers or retro track pants — both will look great with a tank top and wide-strap sandals. We’re also seeing trousers present themselves as an appealing alternative to party dresses this season. Extroverted dressers will enjoy the jazzy printed varieties on offer (Gimaguas has some great options right now), while the more minimalism-inclined should head over to The Frankie Shop for crisp tailored iterations that will pair beautifully with pointed kitten heels and a silky cami.
Scroll down to see and shop our edit of the best trouser trends to love this season.
The ’80s wide leg
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Cos Relaxed-Fit Tailored Trousers
The Row Igor High-Rise Wide-Leg Silk-Blend Pants
Fendi Pleated Mohair And Wool-Blend Wide-Leg Pants
The Frankie Shop Gelso Pleated TENCEL-Blend Straight-Leg Pants
The parachute pants
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Dion Lee Parachute Loose-Fit Trousers
Peachy Den The Mimi Bottoms
Abercrombie & Fitch Parachute Pants
The Row Antica Cotton-Blend Poplin Cargo Trousers
The statement prints
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Reformation + NET SUSTAIN Tiger-Print High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
Gimaguas Disco Printed Cotton Trousers
Paloma Wool Modem Op-Art Print Trousers
Monki Raw Hem Pleated Trousers
The paintbox brights
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Mango Flowy Straight-Fit Trousers
Alexander McQueen High-Rise Wool-Twill Trousers
Christopher John Rodgers Pleated Wool Wide-Leg Pants
Arket Hopsack Wool Trousers
The cargo trousers
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Mango Cotton Cargo Trousers
Tibi pleated coated-shell cargo pants
Bottega Veneta Belted Wool-Blend Wide-Leg Cargo Pants
Dolce & Gabbana Camouflage Cotton-Blend Cargo Pants
The retro track pants
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Acne Studios Pleated Striped Stretch-Jersey Track Pants
Gucci GG-Logo Print Jersey Track Pants
Wales Bonner Studio Striped Brushed-Fleece Track Pants
Adidas x Wales Bonner Side-Stripe Track Pants
Before you come for me, hear me out. Jeans are definitely the backbone of my wardrobe most of the time, but lately, I've been putting them on hold for an item that's just as versatile, low-key, and cool as my beloved denim but is much fresher and more current, in my humble opinion. The trend in question? Baggy pants. Take a glance at the spring/summer 2022 runways and you'll notice a strong theme throughout the collections: Pants are getting roomier. Whether it's the relaxed-fit suiting trousers that have become our staples or newer styles like cargos and parachute pants, all signs point
to the reign of the baggy-pants trend—even among the Instagram crowd most devoted to classic style. (Looking at you, French girls.) Much to my surprise, fashion people are really selling me on this once-controversial trend and solidifying my decision to put my denim on hold this spring. Ahead, scroll to shop the baggy pants I'm eyeing if you're in the mood to freshen up your wardrobe
as well.
No, this isn't a breakup letter to my jeans. If anything, it's an announcement that I'll merely be slowing my roll on denim for the time being. It will always be the backbone of my wardrobe and I don't foresee that changing but lately, I've felt compelled to venture into new territories, particularly because of all the new pant and trouser trends that are bubbling up right now. It feels odd to say, but pants are becoming "it" for 2022 and I plan on divulging the top trends to know.
I spotted the below six styles all over the S/S 2022 runways and they indicate a serious denim hiatus for my wardrobe this year. From the new way to wear pantsuits to risqué cutouts and elevated track pants (they’re way cooler than sweats), below I’m sharing the stylish and of-the-moment pant trends fashion people will be all over this season that I’m eager and excited to try. These will provide you with some refreshing denim alternatives for your day-to-day ensembles. Shop the looks below.