If the spring/summer collections are anything to go by, pants will continue to be the fashion set’s daily go-to in 2025. We saw a whole host of fresh trends and new iterations on the classics from designers this year—adding a much-needed dose of personality to pant styles.
Slim-fitting silhouettes are stealing the spotlight this year thanks to designers such as Sportmax and Loewe bringing us a variety of narrow styles, from slouchy straight-leg trousers to tightly tailored pants that flare at the ankle. On that note, we’re seeing the return of leggings, but not as you know them. It’s all about fashion-forward layered legging outfits that are bringing us a renewed sense of excitement about the wardrobe basic. If you’re looking for trousers with a twist, then the trending skirt-over-pants hybrids we spotted all over the runways just might be for you. For those who lean toward classic styles, you’re sure to find delight in the timeless high-waisted, wide-leg silhouettes and straight-leg jeans that’ll continue to dominate in 2025.
Keep scrolling below to see and shop the six major pant trends 2025 has in store. The best part? You don’t have to spend your entire paycheck to try these new styles. In fact, we’ve kept all our picks at under $150.
Slim Silhouettes
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Loewe; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Miu Miu; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Sportmax)
According to the runways, slim-fitting trousers are stealing the spotlight in 2025. Designers brought forth some chic iterations on narrow tailoring—from the slouchy straight-leg silhouettes spotted on the runways at Miu Miu and Loewe to the slim-fitting styles that flared at the ankle and puddled over shoes, as spotted at Sportmax and Tod’s. Expect to see fashion-forward slim silhouettes on a feed near you.
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Straight-Leg Trousers
MANGO
Straight-Fit Pleated Trousers
ZARA
Pants With a High Waist
Sumptuous Silk
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Tove; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Khaite; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Toteme)
Elevated, expensive-looking, and sumptuous silk pants were spotted on the runways, from Khaite to Toteme. It’s a seriously chic option to style with sweaters, tees, and tank tops come summer—zero effort required.
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j.crew
Stratus Pant in Textured Satin
banana republic
Soho Wide-Leg Italian Satin Pant
dissh
Eve Latte Satin Pant
j.crew
Stratus Pant in Textured Satin
A Lineup of Leggings
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Proenza Schouler; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Miu Miu; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Ferragamo)
Yep, leggings are back in the fashion spotlight thanks to the fresh and fashion-forward ways designers were styling them on the runways. It’s all about getting creative with layering—try styling them underneath a leather skirt or Bermuda shorts, as seen at Hugo Boss. It’s not just plain leggings we’re seeing. We saw a whole lineup of styles, including split-hem leggings, stirrup leggings, and a variety of colored leggings. It’s time to have some fun with your wardrobe basics.
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Varley
Always High Legging
The Drop
Front Slit Flare Pull-On Pants
ZARA
Flared Leggings With Side Pockets
Skirt-Over-Pants Hybrid
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Boss; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Johanna Parv; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Bottega Veneta)
If you’re looking for a fresh and fashion-forward trend with a twist, then give the noughties-inspired skirt-over-pants trend a try. We saw the combo all over the spring/summer 2025 runways, from sporty styles at Johanna Parv to polished, boardroom-ready takes at Bottega Veneta and Boss.
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MANGO
Pleated Skirt Trousers
Manière De Voir
Wrap Tailored Trousers
Mistress Rocks
Skirt Panel Pants
Wide-Leg Trousers
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Saint Laurent; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Khaite; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Tibi)
Let’s be honest. Wide-leg trousers never really go out of style. This season, they come with a super-high waist, a tailored fit, crisp pleats down the center, and a baggy puddle-effect silhouette, as seen at Khaite and Saint Laurent.
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ZARA
Manteco Wool Wide-Leg Pants
MANGO
Wideleg Pleated Trousers
aritzia
Effortless Pant Wide-Leg
Stovepipe Jeans
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Valentino; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Bally; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Coach)
When it comes to your jeans in 2025, there are plenty of cool styles to choose from, but we’re looking forward to the return of stovepipe silhouettes. We’re talking about straight and narrow styles with a slightly wider leg opening than skinny jeans. For a fashion-forward take, get them with defined front seams like those spotted at Bally.
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LEVI’S
Ribcage Full Length
