A guide to styling white trousers

Love them or hate them, white trousers are officially a summer 2018 essential. They can easily trip you up, but we’re pretty sure even the most opposed to the bright white look can pull them off – it’s all about how you style it. It doesn’t matter if they’re palazzo pants, culottes or jeans: to own this look like a true fashion pro the only thing that matters is to create the right combinations. So if you’re hoping to work some white into your workwear looks, outfits for evening drinks with friends or maybe for a casual Saturday brunch, we’ve got you covered. Scroll on to nail the trend.

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Frankie Shop

Veyron double-breasted twill trench coat Black

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$630.00

Mytheresa

Saint Laurent

Cassandre Mini leather shoulder bag Brown

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$1,770.00

Mytheresa

Self Portrait Embellished lace midi dress

-20%

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Self Portrait

Embellished lace midi dress Yellow

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$804.00 ~~$1,005.00~~

Mytheresa

-30%

Goldbergh

Hilja leather ski mittens White

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$238.00 ~~$340.00~~

Mytheresa

-30%

Manolo Blahnik

Carolyne 50 polka-dot mesh slingback pumps Red

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$900.00 ~~$1,285.00~~

Mytheresa

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If you want to wear white trousers to the office, try these refined combinations. Choose a pair in a light fabric and combine with a simple black t-shirt for a striking balance. Complete the outfit with a strong blazer or coat, block heeled sandals and a statement bag. If you want to be sure not to make any rookie errors, avoid adding any other white items, focusing instead on contrasts.

Frankie Shop

Veyron double-breasted twill trench coat Black

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

$630.00

Mytheresa

Saint Laurent

Cassandre Mini leather shoulder bag Brown

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

$1,770.00

Mytheresa

-20%

BESTSELLER

Self Portrait

Embellished lace midi dress Yellow

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

$804.00 ~~$1,005.00~~

Mytheresa

-30%

Goldbergh

Hilja leather ski mittens White

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

$238.00 ~~$340.00~~

Mytheresa

-30%

Manolo Blahnik

Carolyne 50 polka-dot mesh slingback pumps Red

Delivery: Delivery costs apply

$900.00 ~~$1,285.00~~

Mytheresa

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-20%

Brunello Cucinelli

Herringbone Monili wool-blend tweed blazer Grey

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$5,800.00 ~~$7,250.00~~

Mytheresa

-79%

Abseits

Blazers Blue

Delivery: $9.95

$129.00 ~~$628.00~~

Yoox

-20%

Brunello Cucinelli

Belted herringbone wool-blend blazer Brown

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$5,400.00 ~~$6,750.00~~

Mytheresa

-82%

Gentryportofino

Blazers Green

Delivery: free

$228.00 ~~$1,286.00~~

Yoox

-30%

Róhe

Róhe Herringbone wool-blend blazer Brown

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$1,008.00 ~~$1,440.00~~

Mytheresa

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Possé

Parker linen wide-leg trousers White

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$570.00

Mytheresa

Alo | Faux Fur Chic Cropped Jacket in Ivory, Size: Medium

Alo

| Faux Fur Chic Cropped Jacket in Ivory, Size: Medium White

Delivery: free

$328.00

Alo Yoga

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A Gold E

Ren 32 wide-leg jeans White

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$460.00

Mytheresa

-20%

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Joseph

High-rise wide-leg pants White

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$500.00 ~~$625.00~~

Mytheresa

A Gold E

Low Slung Baggy wide-leg jeans White

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$540.00

Mytheresa

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The perfect white trouser outfit in the evening features a slip-top or a lace blouse and a classic pair of black sandals or heeled mules. Whether you are heading for an aperitif catch-up with friends, a dinner date or a post-work glass of wine, you can’t go wrong with this look. Focus on monochrome, chic detailing.

Rixo

Emmie lace-trimmed satin top Black

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$425.00

Mytheresa

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Dolce & Gabbana

Lace-trimmed satin camisole Black

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$445.00 ~~$635.00~~

Mytheresa

Poupette St Barth

Berry lace-trimmed cotton top Black

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$295.00

Mytheresa

Ganni

Lace-trimmed linen top Black

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$475.00

Mytheresa

Isabel Marant Geraldin lace-trimmed cotton minidress

-30%

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Isabel Marant

Geraldin lace-trimmed cotton minidress Black

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$718.00 ~~$1,025.00~~

Mytheresa

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Christian Louboutin

Kate 85 leather pumps Black

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$1,345.00

Mytheresa

Saint Laurent

Babylone 90 leather sandals Black

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$1,635.00

Mytheresa

-30%

Versace

La Medusa 105 leather pumps Black

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$928.00 ~~$1,325.00~~

Mytheresa

Christian Louboutin

Kate 554 100 pumps Black

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$1,345.00

Mytheresa

-30%

Aquazzura

Premiere 50 leather-trimmed suede pumps Black

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$949.00 ~~$1,355.00~~

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Philipp Plein

DENIM - Denim trousers

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£349.00

Yoox.com

Nobody

Cult Comfort Skinny Ankle Dazzled - White

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£210.00

Farfetch

J Brand

White Capri ripped jeans

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£285.00

The Clutcher

J Brand

ripped detail cropped jeans - White

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£243.00

Farfetch

Cross Jeans

Womens Jeans White

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£49.71

Amazon

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White trousers are great allies for casual weekend outfits. Opt for a plain white tee, white sneakers and a floral kimono. Then wear on repeat week after week, for a walk to the park with your pup or for an intensive shopping session with friends. Add an extra cool edge to the look by making sure they’re ripped as much as possible!