5 Trousers That Are as Easy to Wear as Dresses This Summer

Skirts and dresses get a lot of airtime during summertime. Trousers, on the other hand, seem to go into a hibernation of sorts, only to reemerge when September rolls around. We're of the opinion, however, that it's just as easy to create a standout summer look with a pair of strides. So we're here to point you in the right direction.

As even the prettiest of frocks can become monotonous to wear. Many of our favourite influencers like to switch up their summer ensembles with trousers, and it seems there are five key styles they keep wearing on repeat. Naturally, when temperatures begin to soar, the last things you need are heavy-duty fabrics and tight-fitting trouser legs. Instead, look for linen or cotton pieces, particularly in wide-leg cuts.

Similarly, darker shades like black should be avoided where possible as they tend to retain the heat. Pastels and neutrals, however, will help to keep you cool. Without further ado, keep scrolling to see and shop the summer trousers 2019 has to offer.

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STRIPED STRIDES
(Image credit: @lucywilliams02)

Style Notes: No trouser style screams summer quite like a striped pair. The perfect dose of preppy, look for pairs with pastel or bright tones. Then wear with a simple top to keep the focus on your statement strides.

Related: Summer 2019 Fashion Trends: Looks You Need to Know

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LUXE JOGGERS
(Image credit: @monikh)

Style Notes: Whether you're embarking on a long-haul flight or are simply heading out to brunch at your local coffee haunt down the road, you'll want to do so in comfort and style. Handily, there's plenty of polished joggers to buy into this season. Make like Monikh and wear one hue top-to-toe to make the joggers look even sleeker. 

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RUST DENIM
(Image credit: @ada_oguntodu)

Style Notes: Jean addicts needn't go cold turkey during the summer months; simply choose alternative hues to keep the look fresh. White and ecru tones are always a winner, but terra-cotta is proving to be the fash-pack shade of choice.

Related: The 5 Microtrends You'll See All Over Zara This Summer

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LINEN WIDE-LEG
(Image credit: @ropesofholland)

Style Notes: When the temperatures begin to soar, you'll be glad to have a pair of linen trousers on hand. The breathable fabric will keep you cool even in intense holiday heat. Opt for wide-leg styles, and wear with flip-flops and racer-back vests for an effortlessly cool look. 

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GINGHAM CROP
(Image credit: @livpurvis)

Style Notes: Gingham is as quintessential to summer as picnics in the park. Having already taken over dresses and tops this season, the pretty motif has now spread to trousers, too. Keep your hemlines cropped, and pair with white tennis shoes and broderie for the perfect high-low spin.

Next up, shop the high-street pieces we keep seeing all over Instagram this month

Maxine Eggenberger
Deputy Editor

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.