19 best corduroy trousers to make like Elsa Hosk and Emily Ratajkowski
Some fabrics can’t help but make you feel nostalgic. Corduroy trousers, for example, remind me of wearing bright red ones as a kid. Now, though, as they're on the legs of virtually every influencer I follow on Instagram, I'm seeing them in a totally different light – and I'm looking to them to help pull me through the transition to spring.
From Elsa Hosk to Emily Ratajkowski and Hailey Bieber, the street-style elite are re-introducing what was once a silhouette reserved for two groups (babies learning to walk and old men in recliner chairs) as a fashion must-have.
On the runway, Ermanno Scervino shows us how corduroy trousers are, in fact, chic and effortless – especially when worn as a trouser suit – and lend an element of texture your wardrobe likely hasn't seen in a while.
The key to wearing them, if you're still not sure? Don't deviate too far from what you're used to. If you’re a slim leg or nothing kind of girl, don't opt for a wide-leg trouser when you’re adding corduroy to your repertoire – because you just won’t wear them. If you're used to the likes of wool, cotton and linen tailoring, corduroy is probably a big enough step out of your comfort zone, so stick to the shapes you know for a safe bet.
That doesn't mean you can’t have fun and pack a punch with this trend, though. If you’re looking for a pop of colour to entice that dopamine dressing movement, look to Barbiecore pinks or on-trend reds. You can still make a statement without looking like you’re auditioning to be a children’s TV presenter, promise.
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Find the best women’s corduroy trousers to help you build the ultimate transition wardrobe below.
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M&S Wide-Leg Corduroy Trousers
This navy colourway we think is ideal for spring and summertime looks. We love the loose fit, casual cut of these trousers, and picture a breton stripe tee, birkenstocks and a statement colour pop bag to pair with them perfectly. We also love the variety in leg length for our petite, tall and regular length girls.
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Marant Étoile Corduroy Trousers
Well tickle us pink (or lilac, in this case) could these be any better for spring? This pastel-y, muted candy hue is a gorgeous colour to throw into your transitional wardrobe mix. We’d pair these with a plain white tee and some metallic ballet flats for an effortless girly look.
Kaister Casual Mid Waisted Pocket Solid Corduroy Straight Trousers
The jumbo cord fabric on these has us swooning, not to mention the seriously wide variety of colours you can experiment with here. Our personal fave is the bold and bright lilac pair.
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Straight in our basket? Absolutely. Available in 5 colourways, and designed with a timeless cut, length and fit, these are sure to be your new go-to when you’re in a pinch and need to throw a 'fit on ASAP. The Mr. Whippy ice cream colour is our fave.
ACNE Studios Cotton Corduroy Trousers
Modelled on the Y2K cargo pant trend that doesn’t seem to be taking a back seat anytime soon, these wide-leg cord trousers are the ultimate weekend uniform staple.
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If you’re looking for good quality and comfort, these are the cords for you. Featuring a pleated front, elasticated waist and ankle grazer length, these will give an elongated look whilst remaining versatile and comfy to wear. They also come in a long length.
Monki High Waist Corduroy Trousers
Note that Monki reckon these fit a little more snug than your average trousers, so keep that in mind if you’re looking to size up or down. But we love this relaxed look, perfectly in keeping with the retro style we’re looking to reimagine.
Citizens of Humanity Cotton Blend Corduroy Trousers
The 70’s called. Featuring a high rise waist, wide leg cut, and a deep chocolate brown that’ll go beyond the grey dark days we’re in now, these will become a trusty pair of trousers for years to come.
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Straight-Leg Corduroy Trousers
We love the more masculine feel of these. The dark mossy green is a great alternative to black or brown if you’re looking for a neutral pair of trousers to pair with your existing capsule, and the slim, straight-leg finish is a perfect cut to go with flats now and sandals later when the weather perks up.
Anine Bing Cotton Linen Blend Corduroy Trousers
These straight-legged trews are perfect with many, if not any, shoe in your collection. A brilliant base item to have for nights out or days in the office, we love them paired with a cowboy western-style boot and an oversized blazer for a cool casual and put together look.
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Generic Jogger Style Corduroy Trousers
We’re taking it all the way up on the comfort scale with these. With an elasticated almost paperbag style waist, loose fit, and tapered leg, these jogger-style cords are a great option for dressing this trend down.
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SLVRLAKE Pleated Corduroy Trousers
It’s giving country grandma chic. We love the muted neutral tone of these, it makes them perfect for dressing up or down. Think a striped knit for day time and play with textures by pairing with a leather jacket and heels for night time.
Two trends in one, baby. Corduroy flares may have your dad envious, but fear not, we’re here to tell you that they are far chicer than any tangerine pair he's donned. Wear them with a mid-heel boot to put together cool or a stand-out stiletto for girls' night to make the most of the elongated look they give.
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Pairing comfort with on-trend style, these cargo cord trousers offer the ultimate cool girl aesthetic. We’d pair them with a baby tee and a dad trainer for the day.
Nina Carter J221 Velvet Corduroy Trousers
The velvet cord used in these high waist, flared cord trousers offer a great silhouette for any type of outfit you’re looking to build.
Corduroy Pleated Wide Leg Trousers (Long)
If you're tall, look no further than these long corduroy trousers from Uniqlo. They're on sale too – winning.
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Odizli Pleated Turn-Up Corduroy Troursers
We love how easy and casual these cords are, with the added detailing of the pleat and cuffed ankles making them ideal for transitioning to warmer months. The perfect loose-fit trouser to pair with your sandals on lazy Sundays.
Sisley Wide Leg Corduroy Trousers
Coming through with a variety of shades perfect right through from winter to spring, these wide-leg options from Sisley are a great staple piece to add to your wardrobe.
