When I think about my favourite items of clothing, my mind immediately darts to the statement items I wear when I want to impress: the relaxed-fit blazer with shoulder pads so thick I could sleep on them and my shiny silver knee-high boots.
With a track record of earning me compliments, these are some items I've come to treasure the most. But because these garments are high-impact enough to dominate an outfit, I don't actually wear them very often. Instead, the real heroes in my collection are the unsung pieces I reach for without much consideration: the fresh white tees I always stock up on, or the classic grey wool trousers I wear with just about everything.
Quietly elevating an outfit, grey wool trousers are my go-to when I want to feel put-together but don't fancy labouring over my look. A fresher alternative to the black trousers that dominate so many wardrobes, I find that grey brings a little lightness. Smarter than blue jeans but just as versatile, I reach for these trousers in place of denim as an easy way to polish up a look. Styling well with cosy knits, simple tops and elegant blouses, grey wool trousers, with their structured silhouette and understated tone, deliver the dose of refinement I look for in my daily styling.
Wearing well with the neutral colours I always call upon during the colder months, I also find that these trousers style well with brighter spring shades such as lavender, baby blue and pale pink. Designed with a wool composition that will keep you cosy through gusty days, grey wool trousers can also be worn well into the warmer months, styled with strappy sandals and light vest tops or boxy tees.
A wardrobe hero that will never date, high-street and designer labels have had plenty of time to perfect their offerings, and as such there are ample perfect pairs on the market.
To make your search a little smoother, I've combed through the offerings to track down the nine very best. Read on to discover my edit.
SHOP GREY WOOL TROUSERS:
Style with the matching vest or wear with a simple white tee.
Shop the matching Elroy Jacket (£110).
Reformation's Mason Pants are a fashion person's favourites.
Style with loafers or pointed-toe kitten heels.
These dark-grey trousers are so easy to slip into a capsule wardrobe.
Style with the coordinating blazer or pair with a roomy bomber jacket.
Shop the matching Stretch-Wool Flannel Blazer (£649).
These also come in four other shades.
I always come back to Toteme for its elevated basics.
These versatile trousers are perfect for daily styling.
Shop these whilst they're on sale.
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