How I Style Printed Wide-Leg Pants

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It's no secret that I have a serious weakness for wide-leg pants. I find them easy to style and love their go-everywhere flowy silhouette. Wide-leg pants in solid neutral hues were my go-to until recently. I ordered a black and white printed pair of wide-leg pants and I must say, it's quite the statement piece! The print is a bold batik grid-like motif that stands out from the typical stripes or polka dots. I have enjoyed wearing this piece multiple ways and am realizing that prints are more versatile than we think. Here are some simple yet jazzy outfit ideas with printed wide-leg pants.

Printed Wide-Leg Pants with a Matching Shirt

Playing matchy-matchy is always a safe and fashionable move! This oversized shirt and wide-leg pants came as a matching set and my first outfit pass at these pieces was to simply wear them together. Pairing the top and bottom makes for a statement-making look that is bold without being over the top. The oversized shirt delivers good versatility in that it can be worn alone, or cinched with a wide belt for a more tailored silhouette. To disrupt the head-to-toe black and white print, I opted for gold metallic accessories. This gold leather handbag and those oversized gold earrings make the perfect finishing touches to black outfits. This is an elevated casual look that plays well with Summer street style.

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Printed Wide-Leg Pants with a White Shirt

We all know that white shirts are a wardrobe staple and go with just about anything in our closets, be it jeans, dressy trousers, pleated skirts, and shorts. There's just no way to foil a look with a white shirt. For this look, I paired the printed wide-leg pants with a tunic-like white shirt. I like how the black embroidered pattern adds a unique flair to the shirt, and coordinates well with the black and white print of the pants. I was going for something sophisticated yet relaxed and I think these two pieces hit the mark. For accessories, I went with an oversized black leather tote to keep the look fluid, and wore my favorite gold earrings for a bit of contrast. This is a statement Summer office look that can also be worn off-hours.

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Printed Wide-Leg Pants with a Blazer

One way to jazz up a black and white look is to throw in some color. A bright red blazer or a blue blazer could be great options however here I opted for an oversized purple blazer. Layering the blazer over a black vest created a classic vibe on top, which perfectly complemented the playful print of the pants. When styling, playing with color contrasts and style contrasts is always a good idea to achieve unique looks and show some personality. I finished this color-blocked look with a chunky metal necklace, my black Bvlgari Serpenti bag, and pointed black pumps.

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Printed Wide-Leg Pants with a Sweater

One of the myths about prints, especially bold ones, is that they're mostly appropriate for the warmer seasons. Well, this black-and-white-printed-pants-and-chunky-sweater outfit clearly debunks this myth. A good pair of printed pants can be styled year-round, from Summer to Fall, without looking like it's out of place. For a Fall-perfect look, I opted for a black chunky turtleneck cap-sleeve sweater and a wide waist leather belt. The substantial weight of the sweater complements the bold print beautifully while the wide belt adds a tailored touch to the outfit. For shoes, I opted for sandals, but you could easily swap those with dressy boots to elevate the look even more. This outfit can multitask as workwear and off-hour style that is bold and intentional.

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5 Simple Style Tips To Transition From Summer to Fall in 2026

It's that time of the year when it's still very much Summer but when we start longing for the crisp Fall air, the changing landscape colors, and the fashion adventure. Fall is the best season when it comes to fashion in my opinion. Contrarily to Summer when you have to spare the amount of clothing you wear and are limited with fabric choices, Fall offers total style freedom. No need to haul around a big coat, yet we can play with all kinds of materials and layers without feeling like we'll succomb to a heat stroke. Going from Summer to Fall is a great time to get back into trench jackets, update your color palette, and introduce texture to your outfits. Here are 5 easy tips to nail the Summer to Fall fashion transition:

Add a Classic Fall Color

We all recognize Fall's classic hues. They are mainly marigold yellow, burgundy red, burnt orange, olive green and brown. Adding any of these colors to your outfits instantly gives them a Fall mood.

One option is to pair blue jeans with a jacket in one of the Fall colors I mentioned above . To keep it transitional, I opted for off-white shoes.

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Another way to straddle Summer and Fall in style is to again go for blue jeans, but this time with a blouse and accessories in berry tones such as this blouse and this oxblood leather handbag.

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Wear Brown Boots

It doesn't matter what you wear, if you throw on some brown leather boots, you're sure to create a Fall vibe. For this elevated casual outfit, I went for a brown pleated skirt with a denim jacket and brown leather boots. The generous amount of brown, boots included, keeps this look in tune with the season.

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Throw on a Trench or Leather Jacket

Just as the sky is blue, everyone needs a good trench coat and leather jacket. These are classic Fall staples and offer a lot of styling versatility. You can wear them more formally or casually, with just about anything in your wardrobe. For this office outfit, I paired wide-leg linen pants that I wore during the summer with a wide leather belt and a leather jacket. This is an easy way to keep your Summer favorites in rotation while making your way into Fall.

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I followed the same formula here, pairing Summer's staple white jeans with a long khaki trench coat. Mixing Summer and Fall pieces is sure to deliver the perfect transitional outfit.

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Have Fun Layering

Layering puts so much fun into dressing! It's really the part of it that lets you create unique outfits and stand out. When it comes to layering, there are really no hard and fast rules. It's all about being adventurous and going for what strikes your fancy. Here, I paired black-brown jeans with a longline printed top that I layered with a knit vest. Keeping to sleeveless layers keeps the outfit breathable in the transitional weather.

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Play with Texture

If not during the Fall, when else will you get away with mixing textured knits, silk, leather, and suede all in one look? Fall's definitely the time to just reach for all your favorite materials and creatively assemble them into a look. Case in point: this outfit featuring a silk midi skirt, a cable-knit sweater, a leather moto jacket and suede knee-high boots. To keep everything flowing, try and keep the pieces in the same color family.

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Elevated Barrel Jeans Outfits I've Worn This Summer

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Can we all agree that barrel jeans are more versatile than we give them credit for? Yes, wide-leg jeans and straight-leg jeans are trend-proof staples, but a barrel silhouette offers a modern take on many classic denim outfit formulas. Here are some easy ways to rock this denim style during the warm season.

Barrel Jeans With A Colorful Blazer

Jeans and a blazer will always be a vibe! Pair dark wash barrel jeans with a bold, colorful blazer for a striking contrast that says edgy on the bottom, and business on top. For a playful and coordinated spin, also wear colorful shoes.

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Barrel Jeans With A Denim Shirt

When in doubt with denim, double down on it! A denim on denim outfit makes for an intentional streetstyle combination that works perfectly with casual and weekend feats. I went for an oversized denim shirt with these barrel jeans to play up the proportions and added a belt for balance. And a trick to give a Canadian tuxedo more visual interest is to opt for different denim washes.

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Barrel Jeans With A French Blazer

To give barrel jeans a French-style allure, pair them with a haute-couture inspired piece such as a collarless French blazer. I was going for something between casual and classy chic and landed on this combo. To elevate it even more, I layered a silk shirt underneath the blazer, wore dressy heeled sandals, and opted for a structured leather bag. This look gives Chanel and Dior vibes, but in an everyday fashion and who doesn't love that?

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Barrel Jeans With A White Shirt

Everyone needs a white shirt! These are proven closet staples that pair with everything and make the perfect layering piece, regardless of the season. I have a stash of those in different silhouettes and lengths to blend with different outfit moods. For this elevated casual outfit, I paired a longline and tailored white shirt with barrel jeans and flatform sandals. The shirt details including the billowy sleeves, large buttons and clean collar really bring the medium wash barrel jeans up many notches.

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Barrel Jeans With A Light Blouse

For a breezy weekend look, pair barrel jeans with an off-the-shoulder light top. This makes for a feminine and chic vibe that works perfectly for coffee meetups on Saturdays, Sunday brunch, or even date night.

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I hope this post inspires you to reach for barrel jeans more as you build your outfits! Which one of these looks do you vote for? Chime in in the comments below!