My Colleague Just Got Back From Paris—This is the Trouser and Shoe Combination She Saw on Every Block
It's a bit of an unwritten rule in the Who What Wear office that if a team member travels to Paris, they are required to divulge all details on the outfits that caught their eye throughout their trip. So, when Who What Wear UK & Marie Claire UK’s Managing Director, Hannah Almassi, stepped off the Eurostar at King’s Cross this week, she wasted no time in sending her eagerly anticipated insights. Her main takeaway? Across the French capital, the most stylish women are wearing white trousers paired with black shoes right now.
A fresh and refined take on city dressing, I wasn’t surprised to hear that this elegant pairing is currently taking off in Paris. Sure, it might sound simple, but I would have expected to see tan shoes prove more dominant than their black counterparts right now, especially given the forecast the city is contending with right now. However, the combination is rightly bright and breezy—ideal for the capital’s sun-drenched streets—and somehow perfectly encapsulates the French approach to summer style: uncomplicated and elevated.
Smarter than denim but just as versatile, white trousers offer an easy way to elevate your look. Add the bold contrast of black shoes and you’ve got a formula that feels intentional and incredibly chic.
And while it may be setting down roots Paris, I’ve seen this outfit trend gaining traction on this side of the Channel too. Sleek and sophisticated without trying too hard, it resonates just as well with London’s love for clean, modern styling.
The chicest outfit formula to add to your summer rotation, scroll on to shop my edit of the best white trousers and black shoes to try now.
Shop White Trousers and Black Shoes
H&M
Wide Linen-Blend Trousers
H&M
Heeled Strappy Sandals
These elegant strappy sandals also come in silver and cream.
Gap
White Heavyweight Linen-Blend Easy Wide-Hem Trousers
These also come in black and chocolate brown.
Zara
Sandals With Metal Detail
The gold embellishment gives these such an elevated energy.
Toteme
Organic Cotton-Poplin Pants
The cotton composition ensures a light and breathable finish.
Khaite
Loulou Leather Sandals
These barely-there sandals are perfect for high-summer styling.
The Row
Sharka Cotton and Cashmere-Blend Twill Wide-Leg Pants
The slouchy trousers really pop when paired with a contrasting black shoe.
Loeffler Randall
Leonie Bow-Embellished Leather Flats
Style with crisp white socks to give your look a preppy feel.
With Nothing Underneath
Rampling Trouser
Suit this as a suit and pair this with the matching blazer.
Ancient Greek Sandals
Etheria Pvc Wedge Flip Flops
Be quick! I really can't see these staying in stock for long.
Reformation
Fernando Linen Wide Leg Pant
These also come in six other shades.
AMANU
The Kibera Embellished Croc-Effect Leather Sandals
Style these with a floaty dress or pair with your favourite jeans.
