This Timeless Color Combo Is Defining the Season's Chicest Outfits
Color trends? We don't know them. Though there's an explosion of beautiful hues on the most recent runways like powder pink, those of us (ahem, me) who prefer a much more restrained color palette will be sticking to our tried-and-true neutrals this season. After all, winter is synonymous with moodier shades, so it should come as no surprise when I tell you that there's one color combination I'm wearing on repeat right now, and it's actually devoid of color. Black-and-white outfits are littering my mood board—specifically the combination of a black coat, leather jacket, or blazer with a pair of white jeans or trousers.
With elegant dressing at the forefront of cool style this year, it's been impossible to escape all the ways fashion people have been wearing contrasting tones. Whether it was through a Meredith Blake–inspired contrast trim or a Chanel-girl vibe, this year has cast a renewed light on the timeless and classic quality of a great black-and-white look. And with the cold-weather season in full swing, I'm highlighting the next chapter of the outfit trend: a black jacket with white pants. Below, find the seven ideas I've sourced to get you in the mood.
White jeans in the winter? Yes, it's not only possible but can be incredibly chic. Style a pair of crisp white jeans with a black leather jacket for a high-contrast effect.
White and black creates a nice contrast for a burgundy accessory like the Bottega Veneta Liberta Bag I'm carrying here to really pop.
A black leather jacket with blue jeans is about as classic a look as it comes, and opting for white denim is a simple tweak that's a touch more forward.
Are you someone who wears a jacket and jeans nearly every day? The failsafe outfit should remain a staple in your rotation, but try topping off an all-white base with a black jacket to give it a subtle lift.
When the winter weather calls for a real coat, try this look instead. Bonus points for deploying a sweater as a scarf around your shoulders.
While Sylvie's combination may not feature jeans per se, her white silk trousers bring an evening-ready feel to the outfit that would be ideal for a cocktail event or night out.
Speaking of white pants, I don't know about you, but I wear my white trousers nonstop throughout the summer, and then they collect dust from the months of October through April. To lengthen their lifespan, I like the idea of winterizing them with a black jacket and pumps.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Anna is an NYC-based senior fashion editor who has been a member of the Who What Wear team for over seven years, having begun her career in L.A. at brands like Michael Kors and A.L.C. As an editor, she has earned a reputation for her coverage of breaking trends, emerging brands, luxury shopping curations, fashion features, and more. Anna has penned a number Who What Wear cover interviews, including Megan Fox, Julia Garner, and Lilly Collins. She also leads the site’s emerging travel vertical that highlights all things travel and lifestyle through a fashion-person lens.
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