Last year it was bright, dopamine-inducing colours, and it seems 2023's antithesis to drab dressing is statement silver. Once reserved for the festive season, the rulebook has been ripped up thanks to the likes of Chanel, Gucci and Versace dominating the runways with the metallic hue.
More specifically, silver trousers are the super cool piece that’s been seen all over our Instagram fashion feeds. They might appear hard to style, but we’ve seen them paired to perfection with cosy knits and relaxed-fit shirts. And of course they look amazing with bralets and blazers for an evening out.
How to style silver trousers
Jessica Skye (@_jessicaskye) styles her Amy Lynn silver trousers with a cosy black knit from Arket and black strappy kitten heels from & Other Stories - the perfect evening ensemble this autumn. She advises to take your usual size or size down if you're between sizes.
Polly Sayer (@pollyvsayer) shows us how to style them off-duty, also wearing her ROTATE Birger Christensen silver trousers (currently sold out) with a black sweater, but completing the look with adidas Samba trainers and a longline wool coat.
If you prefer a brighter ensemble, Frankie Bridge makes a case for silver trousers and a red sweater. We've also seen them look incredible with knits in a hot pink hue.
Kim (@keybykim) proves they can also be worn as part of a tonal outfit, styling her Zara silver trousers with a matching metallic top. She accessorised with black heels and a Jacquemus handbag.
How we chose the best silver trousers
- Style: We've included a range of cuts, from the classic straight-leg with a high-rise waist to skinny to several wide-leg pieces.
- Price: Whether you're looking to tap into the trend with affordable options like Bershka's £25 silver trousers or you want to invest in a designer pair, we've found something to suit every budget.
- Colour: All of these trousers come in the same trending metallic silver hue.
The best silver trousers to shop now
Silver trousers are in such high demand right now it’s increasingly hard to get hold of a pair, so we’ve searched high and low to find the very best with sizes still available. From high street styles at Karen Millen and Arket to designer pieces at Farfetch and Net-a-Porter, scroll on to shop the edit.
Amy Lynn Lupe Silver Trousers
Selfridges just restocked the Amy Lynn silver trousers seen on Jessica Skye. They're cut from non-stretch faux leather in a straight-leg silhouette with a mid-rise waist. At less than £100, we expect them to sell out quickly for a second time.
Warehouse Croc Faux Leather Silver Trousers
These silver trousers from Warehouse are the best lookalikes we've found for the sell-out ROTATE Birger Christensen pair. They feature a faux croc leather design and straight-leg cut. We love them styled with a contrasting white tank top.
Bershka Straight-Leg Silver Trousers
Worn by Frankie Bridge, these silver trousers from Bershka look far more expensive than their £25.99 price tag. Made from faux leather they feature a high-rise straight-leg fit, front pockets and belt loops.
Mango Wide-Leg Trousers
Mango has dropped the perfect wide-leg pair of silver trousers in their new season collection. They have a mid-rise full-length cut and we'll be pairing them with contrasting fitted tops. Hurry, they're selling fast.
Karen Millen Straight-Leg Silver Trousers
From Karen Millen's Elle Macpherson collection comes these amazing straight-leg silver trousers. High shine with a cropped cut, we love them styled with an oversized white shirt.
By Malina Leather Daphne Silver Trousers
Trousers don’t come much more coveted than this silver pair courtesy of designer Scandi brand By Malina. They feature a high waist, metallic coating and croc finish.
River Island Metallic Silver Trousers
River Island's metallic silver trousers have finally dropped back in stock. The sell-out high street pair have a straight-leg design and are further proof an oversized white shirt creates an amazing autumn ensemble.
Arket Cropped Silver Trousers
With hidden cotton elastane at the waist, Arket’s smooth leather silver trousers are so comfortable despite their tight fit. The mid-waist style is cut with a cropped leg, ending with a kick flare and raw hem.
Bouguessa Charlotte Leather Silver Trousers
Bouguessa's Charlotte pants have been expertly cut to a straight leg from panels of luxe metallic-silver leather. They’ve been treated to give that cool, slightly cracked look. We love them styled with a chic black blazer.
Helmut Lang Belted Silver Trousers
With their loose fit, zip detail and utilitarian feel, this pair of silver trousers by Helmut Lang is giving us serious 90s vibes. They feature a detachable belt and could be worn with both trainers and strappy heeled sandals.
Naked Wardrobe Silver Trousers
Naked Wardrobe's silver trousers are made from faux croc leather with a flattering high-rise waist and relaxed tapered cut. Available at ASOS, you can also buy the matching strapless silver top for a statement party season outfit.
Nasty Gal Star Faux Leather Silver Trousers
Featuring a metallic hue and star detail, Nasty Gal's faux leather silver trousers are festival perfection. We'd wear them with a black crop top and matching chunky boots.
