How do I style white trousers for the office?

A blouse in navy or light blue, a blazer in black or grey and closed shoes such as loafers make a calm base. Simple colours keep the look businesslike.

Which accessories go with white trousers?

A belt and a bag in cognac or black go well. In summer, straw bags and gold jewellery complete the outfit. One or two eye-catching pieces per look are enough.

What do I wear with white trousers in the evening?

A top with sheen or texture, for example in satin or lace in black or navy. Add heeled sandals and a small bag.

White Trousers: What to Wear with Them

The easiest way to style white trousers is with beige, camel, navy, black or a strong colour such as red or pink. White is the lightest base in your wardrobe and mixes well with calm and bold shades alike.

White trousers are a classic for warm days. Still, many people ask: what goes with white trousers without the outfit looking dull or too pale? Here you can read which tops, colours, jackets and shoes go with them and how to wear them in summer and in between seasons. At the end you will find three outfit ideas and answers to common questions.

What goes with white trousers?

Almost every colour goes with white trousers. Beige, cream, camel, navy, black, grey and brown are the easiest. Soft pastels and strong colours work too. There are three simple routes:

All white: A top in white or cream. The outfit stays calm. To keep it from looking flat, mix smooth fabrics, knitwear and lace.
With contrast: Black, navy or dark brown give the light trousers a clear counterpart.
With colour: Red, pink, green or yellow turn white trousers into the calm base for a coloured top.

You can find a selection of trousers among the fabric trousers for women.

Which top goes with white trousers?

Blouses, T-shirts, tops and thin jumpers go with white trousers. The colour matters more than the item.

Blouse. A blouse in navy, light blue or black sets a clear contrast. A white or cream blouse gives a light all-white look instead. You can find a selection among the blouses for women. How to style a white blouse is covered in our guide How to style a white blouse.

T-shirt and top. A striped T-shirt in navy and white recalls a seaside holiday. A black top makes the look more graphic. A top in pink or yellow adds colour. Our guide on summer tops for women shows which light tops work for hot days.

Jumper. A thin knit jumper in camel, pink or burgundy works as soon as it gets cooler. Draped loosely over your shoulders, it is quick to hand on summer evenings.

Styling white trousers: which colours go with them?

White is neutral and works with light and dark partners. These colours are a safe base:

Beige and camel are soft and warm. Together with white they make a light earth-tone look.
Navy is considered a classic with white and recalls nautical outfits.
Black gives the strongest contrast and a clear, graphic look.
Red is the eye-catcher. The white trousers then keep everything else calm.
Pink and light blue look soft and summery.
Green and olive bring a fresh, natural note.

If you want to mix white and beige, you will also find light trousers among the beige trousers.

How to wear white trousers in summer

In summer, white trousers look best with light tops. A top, blouse or T-shirt in light or fresh colours is often all you need. Sandals, flat shoes or white trainers go with them.

Wide trousers in light shades are often seen in summer. You can find a selection among the wide-leg trousers for women. How to style wide legs in general is covered in our guide on how to style wide-leg jeans.

A straw bag or a cognac bag, simple gold jewellery and sunglasses make good accessories. A thin cardigan or blouse over your shoulders keeps the outfit working after sunset.

White trousers in autumn and spring: the transition

You can wear white trousers outside summer too. They then work with warmer colours: camel, brown, burgundy or dark green. A thin knit jumper or a polo neck keeps you warm, with a jacket on top.

White with camel and cream is considered a popular combination in autumn. To stop the look from blurring, dark shoes, a brown belt or a burgundy scarf help. Our guide on jackets for in-between weather shows which jackets work in the transitional season.

Which jacket and which shoes go with white trousers?

Jacket. Blazers, denim jackets, trench coats and cardigans go with white trousers. Black, navy and camel are the easiest colours. A blazer makes the outfit classic, a denim jacket more casual.

Shoes. In summer, sandals, ballet flats and white trainers work. In spring and autumn, loafers or ankle boots in brown and black work. Dark shoes give the light trousers weight, light shoes keep the look airy.

Belt and bag. A black or cognac belt and a bag in the same shade make a calm finish.

Three outfits with white trousers for women

Classic. White trousers, striped T-shirt in navy and white, white trainers and a navy blazer. An outfit for everyday and weekends that is easy to vary.

With colour. White trousers, blouse or top in pink or red, sandals and a light bag. The top sets the accent, the trousers keep the rest calm.

For in-between seasons. White trousers, thin knit jumper in camel, brown ankle boots and a trench coat. Warm in colour and light in build.

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Frequently asked questions

Which tops go with white trousers?

Blouses, T-shirts, tops and thin jumpers. Navy, black, pink, red and camel go especially well, while white and cream give a light tone-on-tone look.

Does black go with white trousers?

Yes, black and white make a clear contrast. A black top or a black blazer makes the look graphic and calm.

Can you wear white trousers in autumn?

Yes, with warmer colours such as camel, brown or burgundy. A thin knit jumper and a jacket make the trousers work for autumn.

Which shoes go with white trousers in summer?

Sandals, ballet flats and white trainers. Dark shoes give the look more weight, light shoes keep it airy.

Can you combine white and beige?

Yes, white, cream, beige and camel belong to one colour family. With different fabrics, such as knitwear and a smooth blouse, the look does not turn flat.