It takes a brave girl to reach for white pants in the winter. In my experience, I start out with a clean slate, but by the time I get home, I’ve usually got a splash of slush up the back of my leg or have managed to hide an entire snow drift under a wide cuff. Who better to turn to than the street style stars for some white pants inspo.
Mother Nature isn’t always kind to the fashion set. Icy cold winds and freezing snow squalls, can turn the task of looking chic into a serious challenge. But when it’s done right, it looks clean and fresh and totally right. It’s so worth the extra load of laundry.
Follow these tips for mastering white in the wintertime.
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
Photography by Team Peter Stigter
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how to wear white pants in winter
Loose, warm, white layers look great paired with a sleek sneaker. Make sure to hem your pants so they fall with a few centimeters of clearance above the ground to avoid sweeping the sidewalks as you go.
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how to wear white pants in winter
Give your white jeans a thick rolled cuff and tuck them into a cool lug-soled boot for full winter protection. The key is to choose a boot that comes just past your ankle and is, at the very least, water-resistant.
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how to wear white pants in winter
White culottes are genius on snowy winter days. Hiding a knee-high boot underneath keeps your legs warm, while the hem is as far away from the ground (and wet slush) as possible.
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how to wear white pants in winter
Similar to the culotte, a cropped, ankle-length jean lets you show off a cute pair of boots. Tough buckled versions (and a big blanket scarf) instantly winterize an otherwise summery pair of pants.
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how to wear white pants in winter
Try wearing white on white on white (all the way down to your socks). On the greyest of days, a full monochromatic outfit looks amazing with tons of texture play (shearling, smooth leather and denim).
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how to wear white pants in winter
On mild days (or if you have car service like Hanneli Mustaparta), go head-to-toe in elegant neutrals like an extra wide pair of creamy cropped pants, a cozy sweater and camel coat and accessories.
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how to wear white pants in winter
Dress up long sleeved overalls (aka a boiler suit) for day with a snow white shearling coat. Colourful platforms give your legs a lift while thick socks are sure to keep your toes warm too.
