White Linen Trousers Are Eternally Chic, But This Darker Alternative Is Just as Elegant for Summer
Linen trousers are a summer staple, and for 2025, I'm swapping out classic white pairs for navy. Scroll down to see the four chic ways I'll be styling my navy linen trousers this season.

If there's one item that I rely on heavily once summer arrives, it's a pair of linen trousers. Lightweight and easy to style, while remaining polished and put-together, a pair of linen trousers is the ultimate warm-weather staple. Although my classic white pairs have served me well, for 2025, I've turned my attention to a new colour to refine my summer outfits—navy.
While white, cream, and black have long dominated the linen trouser scene, navy offers a fresh twist that still feels polished and remains as versatile as its classic counterparts. It's a shade that will pair well with everything in your wardrobe, from neutral hues to bolder colours and patterns alike. Offering the perfect balance between the polished sophistication of dark-coloured trousers with the relaxed appeal of breezy linen, navy provides a softer contrast than white or black, making them perfect for pairing with the warmer hues we all tend to favour throughout the summer season.
However, the real beauty in this elegant tone lies in its ability to be dressed up and down just as effortlessly as black or white linen trousers Whether you're dressing for a casual beach day on your Mediterranean holiday, or looking for a chic evening outfit for a city break weekend, the styling possibilities are endless with navy linen trousers.
Still need more convincing? Keep scrolling to see and shop the four elegant ways I'll be styling my navy linen trousers for summer 2025.
4 Elegant Navy Linen Trouser Outfits to Copy This Summer
1. Waistcoat + Trainers
Style Notes: Waistcoats have become a summer staple in recent years so to make this outfit feel fresh for 2025, I'll be opting for a denim iteration that will contrast nicely against the breezy linen. Add some trending trainers and a tonal bag and you have yourself a chic outfit for a casual day on the town.
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2. Linen Shirt + Leather Flip-Flops
Style Notes: When in doubt, pair your linen with even more linen and this set from With Nothing Underneath is the perfect addition to any summer holiday wardrobe. Instead of classic rubber flip-flops, opt for a leather fabrication to make the outfit feel more polished.
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3. Pretty Blouse + Strappy Sandals
Style Notes: Airy, lightweight and delicate, a pretty blouse will serve you well when you want to dress up your linen trousers. Pair this combo with some timeless summer staples like a pair of strappy sandals and a basket bag for a classy look that will never date.
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The Loewe basket bag has become a cult favourite.
4. Tank Top + Ballet Pumps
Style Notes: Last but not least, I'll be styling my navy linen trousers with another summer staple—a white tank top. Add a pair of ballet flats to dress up the look and throw a cardigan over your shoulders in case the temperature drops.
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As WWW UK’s editorial assistant, Brittany focuses on creating compelling fashion and beauty content for site. She supports the fashion team on shoots and with styling, and works closely with the Managing Editor on recurring columns and franchises. With a particular passion for fragrance—and a personal collection to match—she has a passion for all things fashion, beauty and lifestyle related. Prior to Who What Wear, Brittany worked as the Shopping Assistant at Reach Plc and across a number publications, including OK!, Notebook, S Mag and The Mirror. In this role, she was responsible for creating on-site beauty and fashion content, compiling shopping grids and campaigns for the print magazine as well as filmed and edited weekly video content for the brand’s social media account.
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