10 French-Girl Black-Pant Outfits That Will Be Part of My Fall Outfit Rotation

I grew up in a household where a nice pair of black slacks drew endless accolades. Packing for a trip? Heading out for dinner? Dressing for a job interview? As far as my mother was concerned, when it came to wearing black pants, you simply could not go wrong—particularly when pairing them with a chic blazer or an on-trend leather jacket.

As it turns out, my mum is in good company. All sorts of covetable black pants are clogging up my feed, from tailored trousers to cargos to slimmer cigarette styles. If you are partial to Parisian style, you'll be happy to know that three of my favorite French follows—Sylvie Mus, Salomé Mory, and Anne-Laure Mais—are here with some very chic, easy-to-copy black-pant looks complete with blazer and leather jacket ideas that are perfect for your fall rotation. Typical of French style, these six outfits are a little bit classic, a little bit trendy, and guaranteed to get you through any ambiguous dress codes this fall.

There's nothing chicer than classic black suiting, especially when paired with low-key flats. The addition of an on-trend tote is making the whole look very cool and commute-friendly. What more can we ask for?

Speaking of blazers, we aren't done with vegan-leather styles, especially the below option from Nordstrom that's likely to sell out. The pairing of black cargo pants and a white baby tee is very Jennifer Aniston '90s cool, but those burgundy flats are very 2024.

I know we love our neutrals, but I hate to think anyone shies away from jackets and coats in interesting colors for fear they aren't as wearable. Let this look be a little nudge toward experimenting with your outerwear, but go ahead and wear it with classic black trousers and accessories. Baby steps! You're doing great.

If you described this look to me over the phone—starting with the cargo parachute pants and ending with a strategically tucked button-down worn under a denim blazer—I would tell you it all sounds just a little bit wrong. In execution, it's either perfect or perhaps just further evidence that everything looks chicer with a bob. Either way, black cargo pants and suede sling bags are underlined on my fall shopping list.

Skinny, cigarette-style pants have become popular with the rise in capris that took over our looks this year. The ultra-polished, slightly retro style feels good paired with less structured pieces, like an oversize tee and suede jacket. If you're struggling to snap up a suede jacket at the moment, take a little stroll into the menswear section.

This fall outfit from Sylvie Mus is just too good not to share. Swapping in non-denim black pants and a chic little belt will add extra polish to your vintage and vintage-inspired fall items.

Mais has proven that she knows how to craft a look time and again, and this outfit did not disappoint. The capri moment is perfect for the slightly chilly fall days ahead.

There's something so sophisticated about the relaxed satin pants paired with this gorgeous chocolate-brown coat. This look is proof that easy can be elegant.

The relaxed low-rise trousers with the gray duster lend this look a casual-cool vibe. Paired with every fashion person's favorite sneakers and a cropped black tee, it's the perfect no-frills look.

Trench coats are such a classic, but highlighting a suede one feels super relevant for what's popping this fall and winter. Pairing that with classic pieces like black heels and jeans really grounds the look.

This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.