No Hate to Jeans, But It Girls Are Wearing This Winter Pant Trend That Looks Far Richer

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Collage of women wearing ivory-pant winter outfit ideas.
(Image credit: @ingridedvinsen; @johannapiispa; @indiraci)

There are unspoken rules that guide the fashion choices of even the most stylish people. Some of these principles are pragmatic, while others are superfluous, and the notion that you shouldn't wear white during the winter falls into the latter category. Don't get us wrong. There's a time and place for everything! Nevertheless, we'd argue that it is worthwhile to reconsider the whole no-white rule, especially given the risqué pant trend that's risen in popularity recently, ivory pants. Long before our social feeds were filled with stylish people wearing ivory-pant outfits, there was already a growing shift in sentiment toward this color trend. The sudden surge in popularity of this shade can be partly attributed to the vitality of the quiet luxury movement, which uses neutral palettes and clean-cut tailoring to project an image of wealth. Frankly, can you think of an easier way to look like the owner of a vacation home in Aspen than wearing an all-white ensemble? Probably not.

Even beyond the fashion world's infatuation with the quiet luxury aesthetic and this color by proxy, we've seen broader pop culture embrace this trend too, from critically acclaimed television series like Succession and Industry, where protagonists are donning the shade, to Pantone's recent announcement that its next Color of the Year is Cloud Dancer. We've only seen this color trend gain more traction across every aspect of culture. Long gone are the days when wearing white in the winter could be seen as a fashion faux pax. In fact, there's never been a better time to try this pant trend. If you're still unsure of how to wear white pants in the winter, you're in luck. Ahead, we're sharing 10 ivory-pant outfits for winter, styling tips, and even shopping recommendations to help you bend the rules a bit. By the time you adopt these styling combos, you'll feel like a million bucks.

A woman sitting on a step wearing black sunglasses, a white shearling coat over a white turtleneck, white wide-leg trousers, black kitten heel pumps, and a black bowler bag.

(Image credit: @clairerose)

WEAR: Black Sunglasses + White Turtleneck + White Shearling Coat + Ivory Trousers + Black Kitten Heels + Black Bowler Bag

Styling Notes: No, you don't need a job at Pierpoint to put out the "I know how to manage a hedge fund" vibe. You only need a pair of ivory trousers. Channel your inner Harper Stern or Yasmin Kara-Hanani by styling an off-white shearling coat with a matching turtleneck, contrasting trousers, and a pair of chic pumps. It's an outfit formula that's fit for a day on the trading floor or any day when you're heading into work.

A woman standing on a sidewalk in front of a red wall wearing black sunglasses, gold earrings, a white cape over a white sweater, a black suede clutch, white trousers, and black pointed pumps.

(Image credit: @johannapiispa)

WEAR: Black Sunglasses + Sculptural Gold Earrings + White Cape + White Sweater + Ivory Trousers + Black Suede Clutch + Black Pointed Pumps

Styling Notes: Whether you're meeting important clients or catching up with friends at a new cocktail bar, you'll want an elegant ensemble in your back pocket for the evening. You can't go wrong with styling a pair of ivory trousers with a matching sweater, a suede clutch bag, sleek pointed pumps, sculptural earrings, and a cape-inspired coat (or an extra-long scarf). Rest assured, you'll be the swankiest person in the room.

A woman crossing the sidewalk in Paris wearing black sunglasses with a white blazer, brown fur scarf, brown leather gloves, white wide-leg trousers, white pointed heels, and a brown handbag.

(Image credit: @coco_floflo)

WEAR: Black Sunglasses + White Blazer + White Wide-Leg Pants + White Pointed Pumps + Faux-Fur Scarf + Brown Leather Opera Gloves + Brown Clutch Bag

Styling Notes: Beyond special occasions, one of the simplest ways to style this shade for everyday life is by embracing a suiting moment. Whether your plans include meandering around Paris or running errands closer to home, styling ivory trousers with a matching blazer is a fail-proof way to look polished for the day without exerting too much effort. If you want to elevate this simple outfit formula, add a few extra bits and bobs, like leather opera gloves and a faux-fur scarf.

A woman on the sidewalk in New York wearing a white shaggy fur coat with ivory wide leg pants, black ankle boots, and a black structured handbag.

(Image credit: @hoskelsa)

WEAR: White Shearling Faux-Fur Coat + White Sweater + White Wide-Leg Trousers + Base Layers + Black Structured Handbag + Black Pointed-Toe Ankle Boots

Styling Notes: When the weather forecast is predicting below-freezing temperatures, it's natural to worry you won't be able to justify wearing your ivory trousers—think again. You can make this pant trend more winter-friendly by focusing on two things: layers and textiles. Don't be afraid to add base layers underneath your white sweater and trousers along with a shaggy fur coat. It's an all-white look that will work for winter weather.

A woman standing on the sidewalk wearing a long white coat styled with a long white scarf, a brown woven belt, brown opera leather gloves, ivory wide-leg trousers, white pointed ankle boots, silver hoops, and a white barrel bag.

(Image credit: @thecarolinelin)

WEAR: Silver Hoops + White Scarf + White Long Coat + White Wide-Leg Trousers + White Pointed-Toe Ankle Boots + Brown Rope Belt + Brown Leather Gloves + White Barrel Bag

A woman standing on the sidewalk wearing a long black coat over a white satin blouse, ivory satin trousers, a brown bowler bag, black t-strap sandals, and black sunglasses.

(Image credit: @kelseymerritt )

WEAR: Black Sunglasses + Black Long Coat + White Satin Tank Top + Ivory Satin Trousers + Black T-Strap Sandals + Brown Bowler Bag

A woman standing on the sidewalk wearing brown sunglasses with a black cape, white wide-leg trousers, black pointed heels, and a brown handbag.

(Image credit: @indiraci)

WEAR: Brown Sunglasses + Black Cape + White Wide-Leg Trousers + Black Pointed Heels + Brown Bowler Bag

A woman standing on the sidewalk wearing a long black coat over a white sweater with an attached scarf, ivory cashmere pants, black pointed ankle boots, black sunglasses, gold hoop earrings, and a black bowler bag.

(Image credit: @ingridedvinsen)

WEAR: Gold Hoops + Black Sunglasses + Black Long Coat + White Sweater + White Scarf + Ivory Cashmere Pants + Black Ankle Boots + Black Bowler Bag

A woman standing in a doorway wearing black sunglasses, a white satin blouse, a black cropped shearling coat, white satin trousers, black ballet flats, and a black mini handbag.

(Image credit: @fabianacristinx )

WEAR: Black Sunglasses + Black Collarless Coat + Ivory Satin Blouse + Ivory Satin Trousers + Black Ballet Flats + Black Mini Handbag

A woman walking down the sidewalk wearing black sunglasses, a long white maxi coat, white trousers, black Maison Margiela Tabi ballet flats, and a black Hermes handbag.

(Image credit: @deborabrosa )

WEAR: Black Sunglasses + White Maxi Coat + White Sweater + Ivory Slim-Fit Trousers + Black Ballet Flats + Black Structured Handbag

Jasmine Fox-Suliaman
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman
Freelance Fashion Editor

Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing.