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INSPIRATION AND ADVICE

HOW TO STYLE WHITE TROUSERS

By Sarah Waldron, 20 April 2026

Wondering what to wear with white trousers this summer? If you find them tricky to style, worry not: we have you covered. Every It-girl and icon you could possibly think of has put her own style stamp on them, from Audrey Hepburn’s polished white capris to Jane Birkin’s white wide-leg trousers – and with our guide, you can do the same. Here’s a rundown of foolproof, no-miss ‘fits for every kind of pair.

#1: THE ELEVATED ALL-WHITE LOOK

white suit collage|ASOS Style Feed

Neutrals and co-ords are two of the occasionwear trends we can’t get enough of this season, so why not combine both into one powerful look? As we’ve said before, co-ords are bona fide gamechangers for your wardrobe, offering instant style points with minimal effort. Think Bianca Jagger in the 70s – her all-white suits were enhanced with just the tiniest hint of extra colour, like a floral accessory or silver sandals. Shimmering skin really pops against white, so don’t forget to lash on the bronzer too.

 

GET THE LOOK

01: NARS Mini Laguna Bronzing Powder - Laguna 04, £21

02-03: YAS oversized tailored blazer and straight leg trousers set in white, from £55
04: Simmi London Judy embellished heeled sandals in silver, £35

#2: WHITE CAPRI PANTS

white capri pants collage|ASOS Style Feed

There’s something about white capri pants that just feel extra summery. Maybe it’s the colour, maybe it’s the shape – maybe it’s all the pictures we’ve seen of 50s and 60s starlets on holidays in theirs? We say embrace the retro feel with a Marilyn Monroe-inspired 'fit. Add mules (or for a modern take, heeled flip-flops), a headband and a top in a classic pattern – like gingham, stripes or polka dots.

 

GET THE LOOK

01: Nobody's Child Cordelia cotton puff sleeve peplum top in red gingham, £59

02: (Similar): Bershka Heeled thong sandals in black, £22.99

03: Topshop high rise capris jean in white, £40

04: ASOS DESIGN black extra soft touch jersey headband, £8

#3: WHITE WIDE-LEG TROUSERS

white wide leg trousers collage|ASOS Style Feed

White wide-leg trousers and jeans are the season's alternative to your usual black or indigo pair – the colour gives them more of a nautical vibe. You can lean into that with a striped top, whether it’s a full-scale Breton sailor tee or a more subtle, menswear-inspired pinstriped shirt. Balance the trousers’ sweeping shape by tucking your shirt in and highlighting your waist with a belt.

 

GET THE LOOK

01: ASOS DESIGN faux suede low waist jeans belt in blue, £16

02: adidas Originals Samba OG trainers in white, £95

03: Mango cotton mix shirt in blue and burgundy stripe, £35.99

04: Stradivarius D92 straight wide jeans in white, £29.99

#4: WHITE LINEN TROUSERS

white linen trousers collage|ASOS Style Feed

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And now we come to the most holiday-coded subtype: white linen trousers. The best of the best are lightweight and comfortable, thanks to the breathable fabric, loose shape and handy drawstring waistband. White linen trousers can be dressed up or down, but they look their most relaxed with sandals, a straw bag and a bandeau. Just add sunshine.

 

GET THE LOOK

01: Weekday linen mix wide leg trousers in white exclusive to ASOS, £46
02: ASOS DESIGN straw crochet tote bag in natural, £18

03: Havaianas slim square toe metallic logo flip flops in buttercream, £34

04: Stradivarius Basic bandeau top in pastel yellow, £9.99

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