11 Ways To Wear White Trousers This Spring

The evenings are longer, the sun is almost warm: yes, chappettes, spring is just about here and you’d do well to start prepping your wardrobe for its much awaited return.

White trousers have become a staple in winter and summer wardrobes alike for a few seasons, but as momentum builds, this spring promises to see the most fervent embrace of the piece. The move comes as trousers continue to enjoy a heady resurgence; you might never have to wear tights again! Read on for our guide to the designers making the best white trousers this spring and inspiration on how to wear them.

Adam Lippes

High rise culottes are an easy way of showing off a chic sandal. Pair with some statement sleeves to keep things interesting.

Adam Lippes high rise culottes, £585

Joseph

For warmer months, invest in a linen culotte to ensure maximum breeziness whether traversing the city or the beach.

Joseph linen culottes, £275

MM6

Channel a red stripe (with or without the beer) to give a laid back look more of an edge. Pair with an oversized duster coat for night time elegance.

MM6 Maison Margiela tracksuits, £245

Balmain

To take white into the night, invest in a silky pair of statement flares. Wear with this season’s favourite off-the-shoulder top for an additional ‘wow’ factor.

Balmain front flared leg trousers, £1,325

Proenza Schuler

A double fronted button on a culotte adds structure and formality. Wear with a bold-patterned shirt and sharply pointed heels to emphasise the crisp aesthetic.

Proenza Schouler high rise culottes, £855

Mary Katrantzou

Add a splash of colour with these minimalist-print pair from Mary Katrantzou and style with an artfully juxtaposed collar and cuffs to pull the look together.

Mary Katrantzou Donnis grid print wide leg trousers, £850

Stella McCartney

Slim-fit trousers are a great way to make sure no-one is distracted from your fabulous sandals.

Stella McCartney crepe trousers, £385

Diane Von Furstenberg

If you want to make a subtle sartorial statement, opt for white trousers in lace – artfully deceptive, and über summery too.

Diane Von Furstenberg Holly culottes, £385

Jacquemus

You can’t beat a pair of straight leg, crisp white trousers for a chic, transitional outfit.

Jacquemus high rise wide leg cotton trousers, £408

Jil Sander

For a real statement look, layer white on white on white; black accessories keep the overall outfit looking sharp.

Jil Sander wide leg crepe trousers, £470

Casa Nata

The ultimate lounging look, pair a white crop top with loose fitting cotton trousers: perfect for beach getaways and balmy summer nights in the city alike.

Casa Nata tie cotton trousers, £305

About the author

India Doyle

A contributor to titles including Vogue, the Guardian, KEIN, Rollacoaster, Wonderland and Twin magazine, India Doyle joined Culture Trip to help launch their fashion section for the EMEA region, where she focussed on giving emerging designers across the globe a platform to reach international audiences. Now based between London and Greece, she is one of Culture Trip's Greek contributors and covers cultural life in Athens.