If the constant rotation between torrential downpours and temperatures to rival the Bahamas has left you in a bit of a wardrobe tizzy, allow me to make things a little easier. You see, there’s a new trouser trend on the horizon, and it's become nothing short of a wardrobe staple for fashion insiders in recent weeks—with very good reason.
Allowing for ample coverage on rainy, windswept days while still keeping you cool and breezy if the sun decides to make an impromptu appearance, big beige trousers are having a major moment. Add to this the fact that they tap into one of this season’s trending colour palettes, and I’m sure you’re beginning to understand why they're the ultimate fashion coup for anyone who’s found themselves wondering what to wear in recent weeks.
Yet while the weather is giving us plenty of reason to reach for a pair of big beige trousers, that alone can’t take all the credit for our current obsession. On the Spring/Summer 2025 catwalks, many designers sent models down the runway in their take on the trend. See: Emporio Armani, where oversized tailored trousers were worn folded at the top and loose on the leg, or Isabel Marant, where big beige trousers were styled with printed blouses and belts for a tropics-inspired boho look.
And it’s not just tailored styles that made an appearance. The harem pant trend has given its backing to the big beige trouser movement, too. Seen at Issey Miyake and Chloé as well as off the catwalk in Alaïa’s ready-to-wear drop, these softer shapes prove that this is a trend that can translate far beyond tailoring alone.
So, how are we styling our big beige trousers? Well, that's where the influencers come in. I’ve spotted big beige trousers on Marilyn Nwawulor-Kazemaks in London, who styled her tailored pair with a fitted T-shirt and flip flops. Similarly, in Paris, it was big beige trousers worn with tank tops and crisp white shirts that won out.
Alternatively, in Lebanon, Cristina Chenii paired her beige balloon trousers with a sheer top and ballet flats—proof that while big beige trousers come British weather-approved, they look supremely chic in sunnier locales too.
The key, it's clear, is to keep the rest of your outfit simple, allowing your big beige trousers to take centre stage. After all, styles this good deserve their fashion moment in the spotlight.
See our favourite big beige trousers below, for further proof...
Shop The Best Big Beige Trousers
Acne's tailored style offers a polished look.
These will look great worn to the office with a crisp white shirt.
A softer satin interpretation of the trend, courtesy of Zara.
Alaïa's cargo pants balloon out at the middle to create a directional, sculpted shape.
Just add a white tank top and sandals for an easy everyday look.
The pleated detailing works to give these their signature balloon shape.
I'm a big fan of this slightly lighter colourway for a clean look.
