Stepping out in Paris during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week, model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley styled an elegant outfit that masterfully balanced new-season trends with enduring wardrobe staples. Assembling her Front Row look, Huntington-Whiteley opted for a trending scarf jacket in a hardy leather fabric. Draping gracefully across her body and around her neck, the in-built scarf contributed to the elegant silhouette that was finessed with the choice of a classic, yet unexpected trouser.
Opting for the under-rated skinny trouser in an extra-long hemline, Huntington-Whiteley was able to craft a refined outfit that felt simultaneously simple and supremely sophisticated. Balancing the top-heavy silhouette, brought about by the dramatic cape, Huntington-Whiteley’s slim leg trousers kept the outfit from feeling overwhelmed or cluttered.
Whilst skinny trousers have taken some time out of the limelight as their wide-leg style sisters have enjoyed seasons of popularity, the wardrobe staple is clearly making a comeback. A mainstay in collections by some of our favourite designers including The Row and Toteme, the humble design has been called up for decades for its unique ability to add a polished edge to any ensemble. In fact, The more I look at Huntington Whiteley’s outfit, the more it strikes me I’ve seen another celebrity wearing a very similar trouser silhouette (and has done for a long time).
Victoria Beckham may flirt with wide-leg trousers but she’s a skinny-pant woman at heart and has been since the ’90s. What you might not realise is Victoria Beckham is more petite than you think— 5’4″ to be exact. However, with clever styling (not dissimilar to HW’s), opting for a slim-leg trouser with a long hemline that drapes around her heels, she creates the illusion of being much taller.
Styled with a square-toe boot and black leather handbag, Huntington-Whiteley’s polished outfit has filled me with new-season styling inspiration. To shop the foundation of her outfit, read on to discover the best skinny and slim-leg trousers available to buy now.
This classic pant comes in so many different colours.
The slim-leg style looks chic with ballet flats or leather loafers.
Wear with kitten heels or dress up with a high-heel boot.
On colder days, opt for this slim-leg knitted style.
The split leg design adds an elevated feel to the classic trouser.
These come in sizes 18-28.
With an elastane component, these slim-fit trousers will feel comfortable all day long.
Wear with knee high boots or style with mary janes.
This wardrobe foundation is so easy to work into a capsule wardrobe.
Style with a chunky knit or pair with a leather jacket à la Rosie.
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