10 Ways to Wear Black Pants
The most office-coded item in most closets — here's how to make them feel less like a uniform and more like a wardrobe staple.
With a crisp white shirt for a classic office look.
Paired with a fitted sweater and loafers.
With a matching blazer for a monochrome look.
Dressed down with a graphic tee and sneakers.
With a silky camisole for evening.
Under a long cardigan with ankle boots.
With a turtleneck tucked in for a sleek fall outfit.
Paired with a denim jacket for contrast.
With a blouse and statement earrings for dinner.
Cropped and paired with flats and a cropped top for daytime.
Black pants read as "formal" mostly because of what's on top — swap the blazer for a tee and sneakers and the exact same pants become a weekend outfit.
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