Hold the Jeans—Ballet Flats Look Chicest With This New Season Trouser Trend
Pause the denim—I found the trouser trend that makes ballet flats look chicest.
Hold the jeans. If you want to breathe some life into your summer rotation, this is the simple swap I recommend. Subbing out her usual denim for a voluminous pair of balloon trousers, Iris Law crafted an effortless but totally chic ensemble that's inspired my approach to late-summer styling.
With their soft, sculptural shape that tapers out towards the knees before securing tightly around the ankle, balloon trousers bring dimension and movement to an outfit. Styled with ballet flats, the pairing creates a relaxed but elevated outfit that's perfect for day-to-day styling.
Keeping the rest of her look understated, Iris paired her trousers with a short-sleeved button-down blouse finished with the prettiest ruffled collar.
If you're looking for an easy alternative to jeans that feels just as versatile, balloon trousers are one of the smartest investments you can make this season. Read on to shop my edit of the best pairs available now.
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Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.