It all started in the spring of 2022 when COS introduced a pair of beige wide-leg trousers that filled the gap in our wardrobes created by the phenomenon that was The Row's pleat-front Phoebe pants. From Kendall Jenner to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, many über-minimalists couldn't resist their pared-back, timeless charm. At a cool £1420, these exact trousers understandably didn't make their way into the wardrobes of our editors or anyone we know. Although there is a huge difference between a well-cut pair of trousers and an ill-fitting pair (not to mention the fabrics and finishes used), the style itself—a simple, roomy leg with a high waist—wasn't unusual or different and could be traced back easily to slacks from the '90s, '80s and even '30s. In fact, 1932 was dubbed The Year of Wearing Trousers, and the exact same silhouette led the pack then. To say this is a timeless and worthwhile investment is an understatement, but to be able to take part in said investment for something more around the £100 mark is certainly preferable.
Who What Wear editor, Emily Dawes, swears by her COS trousers.
COS clearly saw a great resonance with its first round of beige trousers, as new versions have been launching ever since—in varied colours, fabric and cuts, but all with that same effortless slouch to them. Three of our very own editors have worn their black versions to the office on repeat this spring, and have reported back that the best thing about these trousers is in fact the elasticated, adjustable inner-waist sections so you can tailor the fit to perfectly suit you—amazing.
Keep scrolling to shop the famously good COS wide-leg trousers, and shop our other favourite trousers at COS right now.
SEE HOW FASHION PEOPLE ARE WEARING COS'S WIDE-LEG TROUSERS
Style Notes: There isn't a single minimalist influencer I know who hasn't got a pair.
Style Notes: Tailored trousers can work really well with a sporty bomber and trainers.
Style Notes: You can easily restyle these trousers for any season depending on your shoe and top choices.
Style Notes: How chic do they look paired with a waistcoat, like Lindsey has done above? Simply add a tonal blazer when for those chillier days.
Shop COS's Wide-Leg Trousers:
The perfect slouch.
This colour is selling out so fast.
The navy pair look so good with a baby blue top.
The grey pair is a particular favourite of mine.
This pinstripe pair looks so chic.
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Khaki goes with so many chic autumn'/winter colours.
Cords always look expensive.
Just so cool.
I'm seeing these with a bodysuit and heeled mules during party season, but also a cashmere jumper and trainers at the weekend.
Leather trousers have become a capsule wardrobe staple, so if you're looking to invest in a pair why not consider this stylish barrel-leg pair?
An autumn hero item.
So many minimalists will wear these this season.
Merino trousers? Yes, please.
The perfect everyday pair.
The cropped length will shop off a great pair of boots.
The matching shirt is also so chic.
All about that laidback slouchy fit.
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