Failsafe Leather Trousers and Leather Leggings Outfits

If you're wondering what tops to wear with leather trousers, following the contrast/complement formula makes it easy. For day, contrast leather with simple knitwear in wool, cashmere or merino. A striped cotton T-shirt or timeless white T-shirt also keep things casual. For an evening out, a directional white shirt looks effortlessly cool.

When it comes to what jacket to wear with leather trousers, this depends on the shape of your trouser. Slim, straight or skinny-leg black leather trousers work well with longline coats, such as a trusty trench or a luxurious wool overcoat. Accentuate flared or wide-leg styles with a cropped jacket. While double leather taps into the 90s and Y2K trends, it can come across a little costume-y. Leather trousers and a blazer make a chic alternative if you're after an all-black look.

When deciding what shoes to wear with leather trousers, consider the overall look you want to create. High heels – whether sandals or boots – give an air of being 'dressed up', while trainers and loafers tone down the outfit. When wearing boots with leather trousers, ensure the hem covers the top your boot for a put-together finish. Embrace the quiet luxury trend by contrasting your leather leggings with a suede bag and shoes.

Depending on the season, kitten heels or ankle boots are the ideal shoes to wear with leather leggings. The lower height of a kitten heel and the additional coverage of an ankle boot balance the figure-hugging shape of leather leggings. You also can't go wrong with black leather leggings and chunky white trainers at the weekend. Just add a snuggly jumper for instant autumn/winter chic.