It's a bit of an unwritten rule in the Who What Wear office that if a team member travels to Paris, they are required to divulge all details on the outfits that caught their eye throughout their trip. So, when Who What Wear UK Marie Claire UK’s Managing Director, Hannah Almassi, stepped off the Eurostar at King’s Cross this week, she wasted no time in sending her eagerly anticipated insights. Her main takeaway? Across the French capital, the most stylish women are wearing white trousers paired with black shoes right now.
A fresh and refined take on city dressing, I wasn’t surprised to hear that this elegant pairing is currently taking off in Paris. Sure, it might sound simple, but I would have expected to see tan shoes prove more dominant than their black counterparts right now, especially given the forecast the city is contending with right now. However, the combination is rightly bright and breezy—ideal for the capital’s sun-drenched streets—and somehow perfectly encapsulates the French approach to summer style: uncomplicated and elevated.
Smarter than denim but just as versatile, white trousers offer an easy way to elevate your look. Add the bold contrast of black shoes and you’ve got a formula that feels intentional and incredibly chic.
And while it may be setting down roots Paris, I’ve seen this outfit trend gaining traction on this side of the Channel too. Sleek and sophisticated without trying too hard, it resonates just as well with London’s love for clean, modern styling.
The chicest outfit formula to add to your summer rotation, scroll on to shop my edit of the best white trousers and black shoes to try now.
Shop White Trousers and Black Shoes
Style with the matching shirt or pair with a boxy tee.
These elegant strappy sandals also come in silver and cream.
These also come in black and chocolate brown.
The gold embellishment gives these such an elevated energy.
The cotton composition ensures a light and breathable finish.
These barely-there sandals are perfect for high-summer styling.
The slouchy trousers really pop when paired with a contrasting black shoe.
Style with crisp white socks to give your look a preppy feel.
Suit this as a suit and pair this with the matching blazer.
Be quick! I really can't see these staying in stock for long.
These also come in six other shades.
Style these with a floaty dress or pair with your favourite jeans.
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