If you’ve been wearing denim nonstop since the temperatures dropped, the New Year is your cue to give your jeans a break and test-drive winter’s new must-have: suede pants. The trend is already all over our feeds, with fashion insiders like Sofia Richie Grainge shelving their hard pants in favor of buttery soft trousers for the cold-weather season.
And for a good reason. Suede pants exude the same effortlessness as your favorite pair of jeans, but with a lusciously rich texture that stands out in a sea of puffer jackets, wool coats, and knit sweaters. The silhouettes and fits are just as versatile, with options including high-waisted wide-legs with dramatic puddled hems, slim cigarette cuts that can be tucked into tall boots, and subtly flared styles that perfectly frame pointed-toe heels.
There is also a vast color variety with suede pants. In warm browns (cognac, chestnut, chocolate, etc.), the fabric looks rich, instantly making an outfit appear more luxe. In off-whites and light camels, it extends the life span of your favorite white denim outfits into winter. In black and olive green, the style can masquerade as tailored pants (shhh, we won’t tell your boss).
Styling suede pants is simple, too: Swap them in anywhere you’d normally reach for jeans. Pair with a white T-shirt and fluffy coat for the weekend, a turtleneck and blazer for office days, and a fitted going-out top with a statement belt for evenings out.
If you need more winter outfit inspiration, Richie Grainge paired her loose-fitting suede pants from her just-launched brand SRG with a cream turtleneck, pointy shoes, and a structured clutch, a styling master class in looking effortlessly put-together without trying hard.
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Give your denim a well-earned day off. Scroll on for the best suede pants on the market right now, from real and faux to tailored and slouchy, and build your winter outfits around them.
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Let the relaxed leg, paneled detailing, and no-band waist of this faux-suede pair do the talking with a baby tee, cowboy boots, and a Penny Lane–esque jacket.
The deep blue shade makes for an unexpected touch. It also pairs with everything from crisp shirting to oversize knits.
Soft faux suede and a tailored cut make these pants an easy upgrade from everyday denim.
The studded detail adds a rock-star edge to this wide-leg pair.
A straight-leg silhouette instantly nails that fashion-editor off-duty look.
Zara’s faux-suede culottes give the trend a playful twist with a statement hem. Show off knee-high boots or sock boots underneath.
The paper-bag waist and rope belt give these suede pants a perfectly vintage, thrift-store-gem vibe.
Suede fabric gives your go-to wide-leg cropped pants a winter twist.
These high-rise suede flare-leg pants deliver ’70s glam. Add a silky blouse and platform heels to round out the look.
One of the more expensive pairs on this list, it's also one of the most luxurious and buttery soft. These Tory Burch suede pants will become a winter staple for years to come.
The smooth, streamlined fit makes this lightly hued pant a good choice for both office days and weekends.
The deep chocolate color and soft finish channel a countryside mood. Add a billowy blouse and live your best cottagecore dream.
These pleated wide-leg suede pants bring major drama with every step.
These low-waist suede pants exude a going-out energy. Style this drawstring pair with a slinky tank and strappy heels.
The barrel-leg silhouette will continue to trend in 2026. Balance the curved leg of this style with a slim turtleneck or tucked-in tee.
These faux-suede wide-leg pants boast a beautiful drape.
With a lace-up closure, these pants check off the Western trend as well as suede.
The ankle length of this pair is perfect for showing off loafers by day and heeled boots by night.
A subtle flare for the minimalists. The fit is good for shoppers with curves.
Highlight the nostalgic silhouette of these cigarette-cut, cropped suede pants with slingback heels and a marinière shirt.
The slate colorway sets this pair apart from the rest on the suede-pant market.
These low-rise suede pants nail the Y2K comeback without feeling costumey.
A faux-suede wide-leg pant that looks more expensive than it is. Style it with the matching shirt for a low-effort, high-impact outfit.
Team these straight-leg paneled suede pants with a cropped cardigan or a fitted tee.
An investment pair you’ll build winter outfits around for years. The slight barrel shape adds just the right amount of interest.
A work-appropriate pair that you can style with a blazer and loafers. These faux-suede pants can easily slip into all your tall winter boots as well.
A sleek, straight-leg profile that will go with everything in your closet.
These trousers from the French It-girl brand bring ease and cool to the suede look.