If you’ve been wondering how to wear wide leg pants and sneakers without looking overwhelmed, today’s post will give you 4 real-life examples. Wide leg pants are back in a big way, and the best part is that they’re comfortable, airy, and can still look chic.
Pairing them with sneakers adds a relaxed, modern twist that feels current and especially practical.
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For today’s looks, each of us styled our wide-leg pants a bit differently by playing with colors, patterns, and proportions to fit our personalities. Hopefully, we will give you ideas for all kinds of ways.
In the past, we discussed which tops to wear with wide leg pants.
Pro tip: I did not direct each person on how to wear wide leg pants with sneakers (except for my mom…I sent her some ideas). But I find it interesting to point out that we all chose non-matching sneakers for this prompt.
Related post: Comparing matching vs. non-matching outfits
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Cathie started with white wide-leg pants, which always have a polished vibe no matter which season it is.
I Love how she wore a neutral outfit, but added sneakers in a totally different color that is nowhere else in the look.
Info on sneakers: Cathie has multiple pairs of these sneakers from Walmart. The prices vary depending on the color you want, but she says they are all so comfy.
By keeping her top slightly cropped and fitted, she balances out the volume of the pants. This is a great trick if you’re worried about wide-leg styles feeling “too big” or are new to styling them.
Details:
-Yes, you can wear a vest as a top without a shirt beneath it. I love the vest’s plaid details.
-The purse has a fabulous texture on it that gives the outfit depth.
I can never resist a little extra detail. My wide-leg denim pants with floral embellishments make a whimsical statement. You’ve seen these before when I talked about wide leg pants years ago.
Info on sneakers: These green Cariuma sneakers were first seen on Helen Mirren years back. That’s why I was so surprised that the brand is relatively inexpensive (especially considering the sustainability they tout.)
For the canvas sneakers, I had to size up a half size for comfort, but for my leather ones, I did not.
For the top, I wore a flowy blouse with a big purple floral print. The billowy sleeves and gathered neckline echo the wide-leg shape of the pants.
I like the idea of mixing loose pieces like this to try to define your waist. This top has a tie that I can tighten or loosen.
Pro tip: Either a tie or elastic at the waist erases the decision to tuck or leave untucked. I have taken a longer top and cut it shorter while adding a thin elastic to keep it in place.
Details:
-It’s not easy to see, but I even wore silver socks with my sneakers. They were on sale when I bought them, but definitely sign up for their VIP program to get free shipping.
-I mirrored the color of my sneakers with my earrings and necklace.
-There is also a choker necklace hanging on my purse.
Charlotte’s outfit incorporates her dark denim jeans, which she relies on for many denim outfits.
While they aren’t as wide as our other examples, it goes to show how everyone’s definition of wide leg pants is different.
Moral of the story…don’t just go by the label, make sure to try them on and see how they fit.
Info on sneakers: My mom has worn these glitter sneakers so, so, so many times. They add that bit of extra that upgrades even a t-shirt and jeans outfit. And let’s remember how glitter can be worn every day and any day. Check out the widget below for more options.
My mom wore a simple yellow t-shirt but added interest with her accessories (and those glitter sneakers).
Details:
-Choosing a purse that contrasts with your pants is a wonderful way to show it off.
-Fabric necklaces and earrings are much lighter in weight, and thus perfect for warmer days.
Valerie wore these incredible palazzo pants that almost look like a skirt. Her entire outfit is a wonderful example of how older women can wear bright colors and look fantastic.
Info on sneakers: Valerie found these sneakers while thrifting. Personally, I enjoy thrifted shoes (they are usually already worn in), and I have written about it.
You can see the price of new Josef Seibel sneakers on Zappos, and Valerie spent 1/10 of that.
While some will say not to combine flowy tops with flowy bottoms, I think Valerie showed a perfect example of how it can work by offsetting the sweater and showing skin (both her shoulder and lower legs).
Details:
-Valerie used a brooch to keep her one-shoulder sweater in place against the black strap of her tank top. It’s an example of how a brooch can be decorative AND functional.
-Notice the cool turquoise studs on the purse strap. She echoed that color with her rings and brooch.
After experimenting with these looks, here are a few universal tips for making the wide-leg-and-sneakers combo work for anyone:
Pro tip: Also remember that while guidelines can help you put together “new-to-you” outfits, the key is to keep playing around for future times and to change it up.
Pro tip: Shorter length wide leg pants are great for allowing the sneakers to stand out and shine. If you are worried about the fit of the pants or even a bad hair day, then create a focus on your footwear instead.
So there you have it. I think we proved that this combo works for any age, body type, or personal style.
I always love to show different options of footwear with your looks, so you might also like to see these articles:
–Shoes to wear with cropped flared jeans
–Short skirts and shoes
–With joggers
Wearing sneakers with wide leg pants doesn’t have to feel like a compromise between fashion and comfort.
Sneakers come in all different styles and varieties, and we have styled many options. What I did notice is that none of us wore “athletic sneakers.” They can be stylish too, but if this is a new approach to you, I might suggest trying fashion sneakers first.
Let’s always remember that style should be approachable, fun, and full of joy. So your answer for how to wear wide leg pants and sneakers may vary, yet still be wonderful.
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